Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands
Needle Rock
Needle Rock — a hill or mountain in scotland highlands.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Dog-friendly
About
A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. Needle Rock is a named hill or mountain in scotland highlands, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.
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Place summary
Needle Rock is a prominent mountain located in the Scottish Highlands. Known for its distinctive shape, it serves as a notable landmark in the region. The mountain offers opportunities for climbing and hiking, attracting outdoor enthusiasts. Its rugged terrain and scenic views exemplify the natural beauty characteristic of the Highlands.
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- Coordinates
- 57.5078, -6.1755
Sources
- manual: geonames-12616660 (CC BY 4.0)
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Needle Rock?
- Needle Rock is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
- What is Needle Rock?
- Needle Rock — a hill or mountain in scotland highlands.
- How do I get to Needle Rock?
- Its coordinates are 57.5078°, -6.1755°.