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Craik Forest

The best walks and hikes around Craik Forest

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Looking for some popular walks and hikes around Craik Forest? Then browse our collection of routes around this beautiful forest in Scottish Borders below. We present you with many hiking and walking trails around Craik Forest — all you’ve got to do is pick your favorite and get going.

Last updated: October 19, 2025

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1. Wolfcleugh Waterfall and Gair loop from Craik — Roxburghshire

30.3km

08:28

590m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Crib Law loop from Craik — Roxburghshire

15.4km

04:15

270m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Girnwood Loch and Dirthope Burn loop from Craik — Roxburghshire

25.6km

07:02

420m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Gair and Law Kneis loop — Roxburghshire

20.2km

05:54

550m

540m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Over Phawhope Bothy loop from Ettrick

16.2km

05:21

750m

760m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best walks and hikes around Craik Forest

1. Wolfcleugh Waterfall and Gair loop from Craik — Roxburghshire

2. Crib Law loop from Craik — Roxburghshire

3. Girnwood Loch and Dirthope Burn loop from Craik — Roxburghshire

4. Gair and Law Kneis loop — Roxburghshire

5. Over Phawhope Bothy loop from Ettrick

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