Duncansby Head Lighthouse – John O'Groats Signpost loop from The Knee
Duncansby Head Lighthouse – John O'Groats Signpost loop from The Knee
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Duncansby Head Lighthouse – John O'Groats Signpost loop from The Knee
00:45
6.34km
60m
Running
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: February 28, 2026
Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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50 m
Duncansby Head Lighthouse
Highlight • Monument
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1.56 km
View of Duncansby Head Lighthouse
Highlight • Viewpoint
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3.14 km
John O'Groats Brewery
Highlight • Rest Area
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3.19 km
John O'Groats Signpost
Highlight • Viewpoint
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3.19 km
John O'Groats Signpost
Highlight • Monument
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3.26 km
John O'Groats Ferry Terminal
Highlight • Settlement
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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4.40 km
View of Duncansby Head and Coast
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6.34 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
4.60 km
1.59 km
< 100 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
3.11 km
1.59 km
1.48 km
147 m
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Saturday 23 May
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