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Litla Stack

Island in Shetland

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Litla Stack

Cley Stacks, Shetland Islands Cley Stacks across Coppa Wick, Shetland Islands
Cley Stacks, Shetland Islands Credit: Graham Uney

Litla Stack is a small rock formation located off the coast of the Shetland Islands in Scotland. It is situated in the North Sea, approximately 3 miles northeast of the village of Eshaness. The name "Litla Stack" translates to "little stack" in Old Norse, reflecting its size and shape.

This natural wonder stands around 40 meters tall and is composed of rugged cliffs and steep slopes. It is a prominent landmark in the area, attracting visitors and photographers due to its unique and picturesque appearance. Litla Stack is known for its distinctive shape, resembling a towering pillar rising out of the sea.

The rock formation is home to a variety of seabirds, including puffins, guillemots, and fulmars. These birds nest on the cliffs and can often be seen diving into the surrounding waters in search of fish. The area surrounding Litla Stack is also rich in marine life, with seals and otters frequently spotted in the vicinity.

Access to Litla Stack is limited as it can only be reached by boat or through guided tours. The unpredictable weather and rough seas of the North Sea can make reaching the stack challenging, adding to its allure and sense of adventure.

Overall, Litla Stack is a stunning example of the natural beauty found in the Shetland Islands. Its towering presence, diverse birdlife, and rugged coastal scenery make it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers alike.

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Litla Stack Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.276013/-1.6921986 or Grid Reference HU1754. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cley Stacks, Shetland Islands Cley Stacks across Coppa Wick, Shetland Islands
Cley Stacks, Shetland Islands
Cley Stacks across Coppa Wick, Shetland Islands
Summit ridge, Sandness Hill View towards the west summit. I had set out earlier in the day from the background island, Foula (a 31km ferry crossing to Walls - fare £5). Foula has a habit of briefly appearing and disappearing in a view, as does Mainland seen from Foula.
Summit ridge, Sandness Hill
View towards the west summit. I had set out earlier in the day from the background island, Foula (a 31km ferry crossing to Walls - fare £5). Foula has a habit of briefly appearing and disappearing in a view, as does Mainland seen from Foula.
Coastal path sign and stile The walk from Huxter towards Deepdale is well marked by signposts although the route is never in doubt.
Coastal path sign and stile
The walk from Huxter towards Deepdale is well marked by signposts although the route is never in doubt.
Coastline by Hesti Geo A fine view southwards along a remote stretch of coast
Coastline by Hesti Geo
A fine view southwards along a remote stretch of coast
Summit rocks of Ramna Vord The broken rocks of the summit were a contrast to the springy turf of the coastal footpath. Papa Stour forms the background to this view.
Summit rocks of Ramna Vord
The broken rocks of the summit were a contrast to the springy turf of the coastal footpath. Papa Stour forms the background to this view.
Banks Head and the Bay of Deepdale A fine coastline. The view was obtained from a stitch of a number of individual images using a panorama software in PhotoShop Elements.
Banks Head and the Bay of Deepdale
A fine coastline. The view was obtained from a stitch of a number of individual images using a panorama software in PhotoShop Elements.
Hesti Geo, Shetland A good viewpoint to wonder at the cliffs and the power of the sea to create the cave.
Hesti Geo, Shetland
A good viewpoint to wonder at the cliffs and the power of the sea to create the cave.
Coastal footpath to Deepdale Bay Little chance of getting lost1
Coastal footpath to Deepdale Bay
Little chance of getting lost1
Beach at the head of the Bay of Deep Dale There is probably a sheep track down to the beach.
Beach at the head of the Bay of Deep Dale
There is probably a sheep track down to the beach.
View south from Banks Head across the Bay of Deepdale Well worth the walk from Melby via the A971 and Sandness Hill to reach this spectacular coastline.
View south from Banks Head across the Bay of Deepdale
Well worth the walk from Melby via the A971 and Sandness Hill to reach this spectacular coastline.
Cliffs near Huxter, Shetland
Cliffs near Huxter, Shetland
Burn at Deepdale View down the burn at Deepdale towards the Bay of Deepdale with Hesti Geo cliffs in background
Burn at Deepdale
View down the burn at Deepdale towards the Bay of Deepdale with Hesti Geo cliffs in background
Pobie Skeo In the distance can be seen Foula.
Pobie Skeo
In the distance can be seen Foula.
Coastline near Huxter In the distance can be seen Foula.
Coastline near Huxter
In the distance can be seen Foula.
Cley Stacks from Weinnia Ness
Cley Stacks from Weinnia Ness
Steis Point
Steis Point
Ramna Vord from Sandness Hill
Ramna Vord from Sandness Hill
Dale Hill
Dale Hill
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Litla Stack is located at Grid Ref: HU1754 (Lat: 60.276013, Lng: -1.6921986)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///chuckling.traps.mimics. Near Walls, Shetland Islands

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