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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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.

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6.14 km

Scrabster Beach

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6.80 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.58 km

1.66 km

825 m

558 m

173 m

Surfaces

3.58 km

2.35 km

558 m

307 m

Elevation

Highest point (90 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

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Tuesday 25 November

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