Old Man of Stoer, Sea stack in Sutherland, Scotland
The Old Man of Stoer rises 60 meters above the sea level, forming a natural sandstone pillar that stands against the northern Scottish coastline.
The first successful climb of this towering formation occurred in 1966 when four mountaineers, including Brian Henderson and Tom Patey, reached its summit.
The stack earned its name from the Gaelic term 'Bodach Stórr', reflecting the Scottish practice of attributing human characteristics to natural formations.
Visitors can access the stack by following a marked trail from Stoer Head Lighthouse parking area, with the walk taking approximately 45 minutes.
Climbers reaching the stack must perform a Tyrolean traverse across a 7-meter water channel, sometimes requiring swimmers to establish the rope system.
Location: Highland
GPS coordinates: 58.26100,-5.38271
Latest update: March 10, 2025 07:39
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