Hecla (South Uist)
Hecla or Thacla is a mountain on the island of South Uist in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland. With a height of 606 metres (1,988 ft), it is the second-highest hill on the island. The name Hecla is Norse for "serrated".[1]
| Hecla or Thacla | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 606 m (1,988 ft) |
| Prominence | 307 m (1,007 ft) |
| Listing | Marilyn |
| Coordinates | 57°17′25″N 7°16′20″W |
| Geography | |
  Hecla or Thacla | |
| OS grid | NF825345 |
References
- Sandra Bardwell (2007). Walking in Scotland. Walking Guides. Lonely Planet. p. 249. ISBN 9781741042030.
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