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Café Groats – John O'Groats Ferry Terminal loop from Huna

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Dunnet And Canisbay

Café Groats – John O'Groats Ferry Terminal loop from Huna

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Café Groats – John O'Groats Ferry Terminal loop from Huna

01:28

5.60km

50m

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: March 27, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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1

640 m

Paddington Bear Statue, John O' Groats

Highlight • Monument

2

802 m

John O'Groats Tourist Information Centre

Highlight • Rest Area

A popular tourist destination at the northernmost tip of the British mainland. There is also a ferry service to the Orkney Islands. Parking is free for ferry passengers.

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847 m

Café Groats

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Cosy family run pub right next to the iconic John O’Groats signpost, with panoramic views across the Pentland Firth and Orkney Islands. Fresh local seafood, home cooked meals, coffee, cakes …

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964 m

John O'Groats Ferry Terminal

Highlight • Settlement

John o' Groats
Scottish Gaelic Taigh Iain Ghròt

coordinates
58° 38′ N, 3° 3′ W
Coordinates: 58° 38′ N, 3° 3′ W |

John o' Groats (Scottish Gaelic Taigh Iain …

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1.01 km

John O'Groats Trail Start/Finish

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6

1.02 km

John O'Groats Brewery

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Housed in the iconic “Last House” near the famous signpost, this small brewery brews characterful ales using pure northern water. Visitors can sample, buy bottles or simply enjoy the sea …

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2.11 km

View of Duncansby Head and Coast

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Good hiking trail with views.

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2.59 km

View of Duncansby Head Lighthouse

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

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5.60 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.35 km

2.18 km

797 m

224 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.10 km

1.59 km

758 m

137 m

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Sunday 24 May

16°C

11°C

23 %

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