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Gaada Stack

Island in Shetland

Scotland

Gaada Stack

Gaada Stack The stack has two separate arches. This is the eastern arch.
Gaada Stack Credit: Julian Paren

Gaada Stack is a prominent sea stack located in Shetland, an archipelago situated in the Northern Isles of Scotland. Standing proudly on the east coast of the island, Gaada Stack is a natural wonder that attracts visitors from near and far.

Rising to a height of approximately 65 meters (213 feet), Gaada Stack is composed of layers of ancient sandstone, shaped over thousands of years by the relentless power of the North Sea. The stack is characterized by its striking vertical cliffs, which are home to a variety of bird species, including puffins, guillemots, and fulmars. These seabirds use the stack as a nesting site during the breeding season, adding to the natural beauty and ecological significance of the area.

Access to Gaada Stack can be challenging due to its remote location and the rugged terrain that surrounds it. Visitors typically need to navigate steep and uneven paths to reach a vantage point from which they can admire the stack. However, the effort is well worth it, as the panoramic views of the stack against the backdrop of the open sea are simply breathtaking.

Gaada Stack is not only a natural landmark but also a symbol of Shetland's rich geological history and biodiversity. It serves as a testament to the power of nature and the unique beauty of this remote corner of the world. Whether you are a nature enthusiast, a photographer, or simply seeking tranquility in a stunning natural setting, Gaada Stack is a must-see destination that will leave a lasting impression on all who visit.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 60.158187/-2.077248 or Grid Reference HT9541. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Gaada Stack The stack has two separate arches. This is the eastern arch.
Gaada Stack
The stack has two separate arches. This is the eastern arch.
The cliffs of Foula The highest point, the Kame, is in the mist.
The cliffs of Foula
The highest point, the Kame, is in the mist.
The croft of Harrier 1964 The skuas did not attack if you were on the island road, but it was always useful to carry a long bonxie stick, and wave it in the air above your head when they sized you up.
The croft of Harrier 1964
The skuas did not attack if you were on the island road, but it was always useful to carry a long bonxie stick, and wave it in the air above your head when they sized you up.
Hiorawick and Strem Ness A storm prevented our leaving by boat or plane but created massive breakers in Hiorawick Bay
Hiorawick and Strem Ness
A storm prevented our leaving by boat or plane but created massive breakers in Hiorawick Bay
South Harrier Rough and improved grazings at South Harrier. The hill at extreme left is The Kame, the second highest seacliffs in UK.
South Harrier
Rough and improved grazings at South Harrier. The hill at extreme left is The Kame, the second highest seacliffs in UK.
Da Baas o Stremness Waves were reaching tops of cliffs on this stormy day
Da Baas o Stremness
Waves were reaching tops of cliffs on this stormy day
Cliffs NE coast of Foula Stunted, salt-sprayed clifftop vegetation meets cliffs
Cliffs NE coast of Foula
Stunted, salt-sprayed clifftop vegetation meets cliffs
Gaada Stack from Hamnafield, Foula The house on the left is North Harrier and further back towards the coast is Ristie.
Gaada Stack from Hamnafield, Foula
The house on the left is North Harrier and further back towards the coast is Ristie.
Aerial view, Stremness, Harrier
Aerial view, Stremness, Harrier
Gaada Stack, Foula Gaada Stack's three pillars tower over the rugged north coast of the island of Foula, with its stacks, steep-sided geos, and a storm beach called Da Stanes.
Gaada Stack, Foula
Gaada Stack's three pillars tower over the rugged north coast of the island of Foula, with its stacks, steep-sided geos, and a storm beach called Da Stanes.
Hiorawick Coastal View Foula (population: 30) is one of Britain's most remote inhabited islands and leaves a lasting impression on everyone who visits. Foula's natural heritage is exceptionally rich and diverse for such a small area. The name means 'Bird Island' in Old Norse and Foula is designated as a Special Protection Area (SPA) for birds, a National Scenic Area and a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) for its plants, birds and geology.
Hiorawick Coastal View
Foula (population: 30) is one of Britain's most remote inhabited islands and leaves a lasting impression on everyone who visits. Foula's natural heritage is exceptionally rich and diverse for such a small area. The name means 'Bird Island' in Old Norse and Foula is designated as a Special Protection Area (SPA) for birds, a National Scenic Area and a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) for its plants, birds and geology.
Fulmars Attack This is one of a number of Fulmars that decided to attack Tricky Speirs and me as we descended beside Blobers Burn.
Fulmars Attack
This is one of a number of Fulmars that decided to attack Tricky Speirs and me as we descended beside Blobers Burn.
Skiordar Memorial And Seat A modest ridge in the N of the island of Foula in Shetland, Skiordar rises to around 75m (246 feet) 1¼ miles (2 km) north northwest of Ham. Extending out from the steep slopes characteristic of the west of the island, it is crossed by the road which runs to the north of the island. There is a memorial at its summit. A great view today towards Gaada Stack.
Skiordar Memorial And Seat
A modest ridge in the N of the island of Foula in Shetland, Skiordar rises to around 75m (246 feet) 1¼ miles (2 km) north northwest of Ham. Extending out from the steep slopes characteristic of the west of the island, it is crossed by the road which runs to the north of the island. There is a memorial at its summit. A great view today towards Gaada Stack.
Ristie and the Foula stacks from the side of Soberlie Gaada Stack and da Sheepie are the prominent stacks. Ristie is the isolated croft house.
Ristie and the Foula stacks from the side of Soberlie
Gaada Stack and da Sheepie are the prominent stacks. Ristie is the isolated croft house.
Below Da Nort Bank Beneath the steep straight coastline of Da Nort Bank. No GPS in 1964 so this is my best estimate.
Below Da Nort Bank
Beneath the steep straight coastline of Da Nort Bank. No GPS in 1964 so this is my best estimate.
Da Est Hoevdi The sharp coastline of Foula close to the Gaada Stack (reputedly the best known rock arch in Scotland).
Da Est Hoevdi
The sharp coastline of Foula close to the Gaada Stack (reputedly the best known rock arch in Scotland).
Fishing boat off the northern coast of Foula A dramatic coastline for the local fishermen to work. The area is known locally as North Bay.
Fishing boat off the northern coast of Foula
A dramatic coastline for the local fishermen to work. The area is known locally as North Bay.
Descending from Da Kame Note the ponies on the cliff edge near the circular lochan
Descending from Da Kame
Note the ponies on the cliff edge near the circular lochan
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Gaada Stack is located at Grid Ref: HT9541 (Lat: 60.158187, Lng: -2.077248)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

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