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Dunnet And Canisbay

Dunnet Head Lighthouse — campervan parking

Dunnet And Canisbay

Dunnet Head Lighthouse — campervan parking

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Dunnet Head Lighthouse — campervan parking

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Location: Dunnet And Canisbay, Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom

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September 9, 2026

Mountain biking

Don't be fooled by the tranquility of the place. The lighthouse was built in 1831 by Robert Stevenson and old accounts tell that, during great storms, waves would throw water and even stones up to the height of the light. The wind and sea battered the cliff so hard that those who lived here described the entire lighthouse trembling as if there were an earthquake.

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September 9, 2026

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At about 90 metres above sea level, Dunnet Head is not only the most northerly point of mainland Great Britain. During World War II, this place became an important observation post. From here, radar and observers monitored the Pentland Firth and the movements of ships and aircraft that could threaten Scapa Flow, the large British naval base in Orkney.

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Best routes near Dunnet Head Lighthouse — campervan parking

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Dunnet Head Lighthouse – View of the Orkney Islands loop from Brough

8.39km

02:17

120m

120m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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Dunnet Head Lighthouse – View of the Orkney Islands loop from Dunnet Head

4.31km

01:11

70m

70m

Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

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Elevation 150 m

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Location: Dunnet And Canisbay, Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom

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