Mountains & hills · Scottish Islands
Duncansby Head
In or near John o'Groats.
Duncansby Head — mountain in scotland islands. Elevation: 63 m.
David Purchase — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Dog-friendly
About
Duncansby Head is a mountain located in scotland islands. Elevation: 63 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.
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Place summary
Duncansby Head is a prominent headland located in the Scottish Islands. It is known for its dramatic cliffs and striking coastal scenery. The area offers walking trails that provide views of the surrounding landscape and wildlife. Visitors can expect a rugged terrain typical of Scotland's coastal regions.
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- Coordinates
- 58.6432, -3.0261
- District
- Highland
- Postcode
- KW1 4YS
- Parliamentary constituency
- Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross
Sources
- osm: n4696996183 (ODbL)
Other places nearby
Duncansby Head Lighthouse
Lighthouses · 0.1 km
Duncansby Head
Natural landmarks · 0.2 km
Stacks of Duncansby
Viewpoints · 0.5 km
Bay of Sannick
Natural landmarks · 0.9 km
Shell Beach
Beaches · 1.2 km
South Stack of Duncansby
Mountains & hills · 1.6 km
John O'Groats Caravan and Camping Site
Campsites · 2.4 km
John O’Groats House
Archaeological sites · 2.5 km
Puffin Croft Petting Farm
Zoos & aquariums · 2.5 km
John O'Groats Brewery & Tap Room
Breweries · 2.5 km
Memorial To The Brave Souls Taken By The Ferocious Seas Of The Pentland Firth
Memorials & monuments · 2.5 km
Foghorn
Memorials & monuments · 2.5 km
Nearby
📷 3Lighthouses · Scottish Islands
Duncansby Head Lighthouse
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Duncansby Head
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Stacks of Duncansby
Stacks of Duncansby is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.
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Bay of Sannick
Bay of Sannick — a natural feature in scotland islands.
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South Stack of Duncansby
South Stack of Duncansby — a hill or mountain in scotland islands.
Where to eat & stay near Duncansby Head
Places to stay
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John O'Groats Caravan and Camping Site
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📷 5Caravan parks · Scottish Islands
Natural Retreats
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Ferry View Campsite
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WIndhaven
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Places to eat & drink
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Duncansby Head?
- Duncansby Head is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW1 4YS).
- What is Duncansby Head?
- Duncansby Head — mountain in scotland islands. Elevation: 63 m.
- How do I get to Duncansby Head?
- Drivers can use postcode KW1 4YS.
- How do I get to Duncansby Head?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW1 4YS. It sits within the Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross parliamentary constituency.