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Muntavie Stack

Island in Shetland

Scotland

Muntavie Stack

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

Muntavie Stack is a prominent sea stack located off the coast of Shetland, an archipelago in Scotland. Situated near the northern tip of the Shetland Mainland, this natural formation rises majestically from the turbulent waters of the North Atlantic Ocean.

Muntavie Stack is renowned for its towering height, reaching approximately 70 meters (230 feet) above sea level. It is composed of rugged, weathered sandstone, providing a stunning contrast against the surrounding cliffs and the deep blue sea. The stack's distinct shape, featuring a narrow base that widens towards the top, adds to its visual appeal.

Access to Muntavie Stack is challenging and can only be achieved by boat or by undertaking a demanding coastal hike. Its remote location and unspoiled surroundings make it a popular destination for adventure seekers, photographers, and nature enthusiasts. The stack offers breathtaking views of the surrounding coastline, including the dramatic cliffs and the vast expanse of the ocean.

The area surrounding Muntavie Stack is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including various seabird species such as puffins, guillemots, and razorbills. Visitors may also catch glimpses of seals, dolphins, and even whales in the waters below.

Muntavie Stack is a natural wonder that showcases the raw beauty of Shetland's rugged landscape. Its towering presence and remote location make it a must-visit destination for those seeking a unique and awe-inspiring experience in this picturesque part of Scotland.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 60.155647/-2.0575183 or Grid Reference HT9641. 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 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.
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.
Northern end of the Foula Road Heading for Da North Toons on a foggy morning.
Northern end of the Foula Road
Heading for Da North Toons on a foggy morning.
Road, South Harrier Hopes were high that the mist would lift, it did not.
Road, South Harrier
Hopes were high that the mist would lift, it did not.
Harrier Ruined farm at the north end of Foula.
Harrier
Ruined farm at the north end of Foula.
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Muntavie Stack is located at Grid Ref: HT9641 (Lat: 60.155647, Lng: -2.0575183)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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