Exploring Scottish Borders on foot is a delightful way to connect with nature. To help you make the most of your adventures, we’ve compiled the top easy hikes and walks in Scottish Borders. Perfect for short hikes, kid-friendly excursions, and family-friendly outings, these routes offer something for everyone.

Last updated: September 27, 2025

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1. St Abb's Head & Mire Loch loop from Northfield

5.66km

01:34

100m

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

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2. Neidpath Castle & Old Manor Bridge loop on the River Tweed from Peebles

6.13km

01:41

100m

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

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3. River Tweed and Melrose Abbey loop — Roxburghshire

6.40km

01:40

50m

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

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4. Venlaw and Soonhope loop

5.76km

01:37

110m

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

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5. The Sware Circuit loop

7.10km

01:57

110m

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

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Easy hikes and walks in Scottish Borders

1. St Abb's Head & Mire Loch loop from Northfield

2. Neidpath Castle & Old Manor Bridge loop on the River Tweed from Peebles

3. River Tweed and Melrose Abbey loop — Roxburghshire

4. Venlaw and Soonhope loop

5. The Sware Circuit loop

6. Jedburgh Castle and Jail and Jedburgh Abbey loop — Roxburghshire

7. Chester Hill and Lauder Burn loop from Lauder — Roxburghshire

8. Dun Law, Hen Poo lake & Duns Castle loop from Duns

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10. Cottage Wood and Haining Loch loop from Selkirk — Roxburghshire

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