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Holbornhead Circular from Scrabster harbour

Easy

4.8

(41)

158

hikers

Holbornhead Circular from Scrabster harbour

01:51

6.80km

100m

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: June 8, 2024

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Includes an off-grid segment

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After 4.06 km for 174 m

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Start point

Parking

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523 m

Holborn Head Lighthouse

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Scrabster Lighthouse or Holborn Head Lighthouse was completed in 1862, but is now decommissioned.
The two keeper’s cottages are holiday accommodation.

The walk to Holborn Head is accessed on the …

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1.57 km

The Clett Sea Stack

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Holborn Head features some amazing coastal scenery. The path passes an impressive sea stack known as the Clett, with an arch on the west side.

Be aware that the path …

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6.14 km

Scrabster Beach

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The sandy beach at the Scrabster end of Thurso Bay is separated from Thurso beach by the rocky outcrops in the centre of the bay. To the north is the …

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6.80 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.57 km

1.77 km

898 m

429 m

120 m

Surfaces

3.57 km

2.50 km

429 m

287 m

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Wednesday 6 May

14°C

4°C

16 %

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Max wind speed: 28.0 km/h

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Trail Reviews

Marion
April 23, 2024, Holbornhead Circular from Scrabster harbour

We couldn't get enough of the cliffs, so we enjoyed the route for 4 hours. Sturdy shoes are recommended and the wind was blowing quite hard! The tour was an absolute highlight.

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