Moderate hike. Good fitness required. 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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154 m

John O'Groats Signpost

Highlight • Monument

This iconic signpost marks the culmination of many long-distance adventures. Whether you have walked the length of Britain from Land’s End, or hiked from Inverness on the John O’Groats Trail, …

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1.78 km

View of Duncansby Head Lighthouse

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great coastline with great bizarre rock formations. Wear absolutely secure footwear. Is definitely mandatory

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2.31 km

Bay of Sannick

Highlight • Natural

A quiet cove on the path between John O'Groats and Duncansby Head Lighthouse. The path leads through areas where friendly sheep graze.

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3.82 km

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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4.20 km

Geo of Sclaites

Highlight (Segment) • Cave

A very impressive view. Accessible via a well-maintained footpath.

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4.47 km

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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8.91 km

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Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.49 km

223 m

111 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.63 km

3.47 km

1.41 km

263 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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