The best walks and hikes In Lothian
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Scotland? In this guide, we’ve reviewed our full collection of hikes and walking routes In Lothian to bring you the best hiking routes in the region. To see which of our walks In Lothian is the right one for you, browse real tips and photos uploaded by other hikers—and see what they had to say about each walk.
Last updated: October 12, 2025
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1. Carnethy Hill & Scald Law loop from Flotterstone — Pentland Hills
13.0km
04:43
500m
500m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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646
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Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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3. Arthur's Seat & Salisbury Crags loop from Holyrood
3.80km
01:30
210m
210m
Intermediate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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5. The Pentland Hills Reservoir loop from Threipmuir Reservoir
16.3km
04:27
240m
240m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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6. Holyrood Park loop via Queen's Drive — Edinburgh
8.29km
02:18
150m
150m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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7. Caerketton Hill & Allermuir Hill loop from Lothianburn — Pentland Hills
5.68km
02:00
310m
320m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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8. West & East Kip & Scald Law loop from Threipmuir — Pentland Hills
13.8km
04:22
440m
440m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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9. Bonaly Country Park loop — Pentland Hills Regional Park
9.80km
02:48
230m
230m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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10. Linlithgow Loch & Palace loop
3.89km
01:00
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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