Mountains & hills · Scottish Islands
South Stack of Duncansby
In or near John o'Groats.
South Stack of Duncansby — a hill or mountain in scotland islands.
David Hawgood — 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
A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. South Stack of Duncansby is a named hill or mountain in scotland islands, 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
South Stack of Duncansby is a prominent mountain located in the Scottish Islands. It is known for its rugged cliffs and striking coastal views. The area is popular among walkers and climbers, offering various routes for different skill levels. Visitors can expect dramatic scenery and a chance to observe local wildlife, particularly seabirds.
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- Coordinates
- 58.6299, -3.0350
- District
- Highland
- Postcode
- KW1 4YS
- Parliamentary constituency
- Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross
Sources
- manual: geonames-12613805 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is South Stack of Duncansby?
- South Stack of Duncansby is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW1 4YS).
- What is South Stack of Duncansby?
- South Stack of Duncansby — a hill or mountain in scotland islands.
- How do I get to South Stack of Duncansby?
- Drivers can use postcode KW1 4YS.
- How do I get to South Stack of Duncansby?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW1 4YS. It sits within the Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross parliamentary constituency.