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Duncansby Head Lighthouse – Duncansby Stacks loop from Duncansby Head

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Dunnet And Canisbay

Duncansby Head Lighthouse – Duncansby Stacks loop from Duncansby Head

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Duncansby Head Lighthouse – Duncansby Stacks loop from Duncansby Head

00:24

1.36km

40m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

1

50 m

Duncansby Head Lighthouse

Highlight • Monument

Duncansby Head is the north east tip of Scotland, near the village of John o' Groats. A lighthouse built in 1924 stands on the steep cliffs. Duncansby Head is particularly …

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207 m

Duncansby Trig Point

Highlight • Summit

3

728 m

Duncansby Stacks

Highlight • Natural Monument

Duncansby Stacks are one of Scotland’s best natural phenomena - and they are easy to view during a hiking tour close to John o’ Groats!

Duncansby Stacks are two visually-impressive …

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1.36 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.22 km

136 m

Surfaces

1.22 km

136 m

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6°C

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