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John O'Groats Signpost – Duncansby Head Lighthouse loop from Thurso

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John O'Groats Signpost – Duncansby Head Lighthouse loop from Thurso

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John O'Groats Signpost – Duncansby Head Lighthouse loop from Thurso

06:11

103km

790m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 23, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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11.3 km

Castlehill Harbour

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Quaint little harbour close to the historic village of Castletown. It has crystal clear water and backs on to Dunnet Bay.

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2

13.7 km

Dunnet Bay Beach

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Stretching 2 miles along the north coast of Scotland, Dunnet Bay is a beautiful arc of white sandy beach and rolling sand dunes. The bay is home to diverse wildlife …

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15.4 km

Dunnet Bay Beach

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A great sweeping arc of white sandy beach to the south of Dunnet Head.
Good surf break although it's pretty hard to carry a surfboard on a bike :-)
The …

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27.7 km

Ferry View Night Stop Campsite

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Small friendly campsite with facilities

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5

34.4 km

John O'Groats Signpost

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Probably the most photographed signposts in the UK. Next to the old John O'Groats hotel, this sign has marked the end of many an epic cycle adventure.

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38.2 km

Duncansby Head Lighthouse

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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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54.0 km

New Keiss Castle

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8

67.7 km

Wick Railway Station

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Catch the train here 🚂

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103 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

49.4 km

48.9 km

2.18 km

2.02 km

750 m

Surfaces

93.3 km

8.94 km

775 m

244 m

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