Viewpoints Β· Scottish Islands
Stacks of Duncansby
In or near John o'Groats.
Stacks of Duncansby is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 20 minβ45 min
- Best time of year
- Clear days year-round
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Stacks of Duncansby is a named viewpoint in the United Kingdom. Coordinates: 58.6388Β°, -3.0283Β°. This entry is part of The Great Britain Guide, a free, ad-free, open-data tourist directory.
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Place summary
Stacks of Duncansby is a viewpoint located in the Scottish Islands, postcode KW1. This natural formation features dramatic sea stacks that rise steeply from the North Sea, offering striking coastal views.
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- Coordinates
- 58.6388, -3.0283
- District
- Highland
- Postcode
- KW1 4YS
- Parliamentary constituency
- Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross
Sources
- osm: n4242579419 (ODbL)
Other places nearby

Duncansby Head
Mountains & hills Β· 0.5 km

Duncansby Head Lighthouse
Lighthouses Β· 0.6 km

Duncansby Head
Natural landmarks Β· 0.7 km

South Stack of Duncansby
Mountains & hills Β· 1.1 km

Bay of Sannick
Natural landmarks Β· 1.3 km

Shell Beach
Beaches Β· 1.3 km

Puffin Croft Petting Farm
Zoos & aquariums Β· 2.3 km

John O'Groats Caravan and Camping Site
Campsites Β· 2.3 km

8 Doors Distillery
Distilleries Β· 2.4 km

John O'Groats Brewery & Tap Room
Breweries Β· 2.4 km

John o'Groats
Towns & cities Β· 2.4 km

Memorial To The Brave Souls Taken By The Ferocious Seas Of The Pentland Firth
Memorials & monuments Β· 2.4 km
Nearby
Mountains & hills Β· Scottish Islands
Duncansby Head
Duncansby Head β mountain in scotland islands. Elevation: 63 m.
π· 3Lighthouses Β· Scottish Islands
Duncansby Head Lighthouse
Duncansby Head Lighthouse β lighthouse in Highland, Scotland, UK.
Natural landmarks Β· Scottish Islands
Duncansby Head
Duncansby Head in Orkney + Shetland, United Kingdom.
π· 5Mountains & hills Β· Scottish Islands
South Stack of Duncansby
South Stack of Duncansby β a hill or mountain in scotland islands.
π· 5Natural landmarks Β· Scottish Islands
Bay of Sannick
Bay of Sannick β a natural feature in scotland islands.
Where to eat & stay near Stacks of Duncansby
Places to stay
Campsites Β· Scottish Islands
John O'Groats Caravan and Camping Site
John O'Groats Caravan and Camping Site β a campsite in scotland islands.
Caravan parks Β· Scottish Islands
Natural Retreats
Natural Retreats β a caravan park in scotland islands.
π· 5Campsites Β· Scottish Islands
Ferry View Campsite
Ferry View Campsite β a campsite in scotland islands.
π· 5Campsites Β· Scottish Highlands
Informal campsite
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Campsites Β· Scottish Islands
WIndhaven
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Places to eat & drink
π· 5Historic pubs Β· Scottish Highlands
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Stacks of Duncansby?
- Stacks of Duncansby is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW1 4YS).
- What is Stacks of Duncansby?
- Stacks of Duncansby is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Stacks of Duncansby?
- Drivers can use postcode KW1 4YS.
- Is Stacks of Duncansby free to visit?
- Yes, Stacks of Duncansby is free to enter.
- How do I get to Stacks of Duncansby?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW1 4YS. It sits within the Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross parliamentary constituency.