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The best walks and hikes around Howgate

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To help you find the best hikes and walks around Howgate, we’ve reviewed our full collection of trails and routes in the region. Browse all of the details of each route below — and explore more of the nature around Howgate.

Last updated: October 18, 2025

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1. Penicuik House Estate – Penicuik Tower loop from Penicuik

5.96km

01:37

80m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Penicuik Tower – Penicuik House Estate loop from Cornbank

8.84km

02:27

160m

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

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3. Rosslyn Chapel – Gunpowder Mill Ruins loop from Kirkhill

12.9km

03:30

180m

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

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4. North Esk Reservoir – Waterfall and Old Mill loop from Carlops

9.05km

02:38

230m

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

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5. Penicuik Tower – Penicuik House Estate loop from Kirkhill

11.1km

03:00

140m

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

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The best walks and hikes around Howgate

1. Penicuik House Estate – Penicuik Tower loop from Penicuik

2. Penicuik Tower – Penicuik House Estate loop from Cornbank

3. Rosslyn Chapel – Gunpowder Mill Ruins loop from Kirkhill

4. North Esk Reservoir – Waterfall and Old Mill loop from Carlops

5. Penicuik Tower – Penicuik House Estate loop from Kirkhill

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