7.9 km away
Scald Law (579m) and Carnethy Hill (573m), Flotterstone
The highest peak in the Pentlands is a scenic and straightforward hike offering some wonderful views!
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 13 km
- Ascent
- 599 m
- Descent
- 599 m
Scottish National Trail: Balerno to Slateford
Follow a converted railway along the tree-lined Water of Leith, past some old mills and waterworks, into the outskirts of Edinburgh.
Hiking Easy
- Distance
- 8.6 km
- Ascent
- 101 m
- Descent
- 198 m
- Duration
- 1-2 hrs
- Low Point
- 61 m
- High Point
- 161 m
- Gradient
- 3˚
This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be easy. It's an unknown remoteness, it features unknown exposure and is typically done in an unknown time of year. From a low point of 61 m to the maximum altitude of 161 m, the route covers 8.6 km, 101 vertical metres of ascent and 198 vertical metres of descent.
Description
Difficulty
Easy
Walking along a well-kept trail that’s mostly flat. No obstacles are present.
Similar routes nearby
8.7 km away
Allermuir Hill (493m) and Swanston
A brief drive from the city offers a short walk but big views!
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 6.1 km
- Ascent
- 401 m
- Descent
- 401 m
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