Barbados is not mountainous in the traditional sense, but it does have hilly and elevated terrain, especially in the Scotland District in the northeast of the island. These areas offer stunning views and unique geological formations.
Notable Elevated Areas and Hills in Barbados
1. Mount Hillaby – Highest Point
- Elevation: 340 meters (1,115 feet) above sea level
- Location: Parish of St. Andrew
- Part of the Scotland District, known for its rugged, hilly landscape
- Offers panoramic views of the east coast and lush inland terrain
2. Chalky Mount
- Located in St. Andrew
- Known for its steep ridges and pottery village (Chalky Mount Potteries)
- Composed of clay and sandstones—geologically different from the rest of the coral limestone island
3. Turner’s Hall Woods Area
- Part of the Scotland District
- Features rolling hills and one of the last remaining natural forests in Barbados
4. Hackleton’s Cliff
- A dramatic cliff area overlooking the east coast
- Located in St. Joseph
- Offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Bathsheba coastline
Overview of Terrain:
- The west and south coasts of Barbados are flat and developed.
- The central and eastern regions, especially St. Andrew, St. Joseph, and St. John, have more undulating terrain and gullies.
- The Scotland District is geologically older and more susceptible to erosion, which has shaped its hills and valleys.
