Exploring Southern Uplands Mountains 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 the Southern Uplands Mountains. Perfect for short hikes, kid-friendly excursions, and family-friendly outings, these routes offer something for everyone.

Last updated: October 3, 2025

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1. 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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2. Moffat riverside loop

4.75km

01:13

20m

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

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3. Kirroughtree Forest loop

5.43km

01:30

90m

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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6. Haystoun, the Cut and Cademuir loop

6.53km

01:53

150m

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

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7. View of Neidpath Castle – Peebles Town Centre loop from Peebles

5.26km

01:24

60m

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

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8. Woods of Cree Waterfalls loop from Minnigaff

3.47km

01:01

100m

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

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9. Murray's Monument – Grey Mare’s Tail Waterfall loop from Minnigaff

3.18km

00:56

90m

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

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10. View of Clatteringshaws Loch – Benniguinea Summit loop from Carsphairn

6.49km

01:55

200m

190m

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

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Easy hikes and walks in the Southern Uplands Mountains

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

2. Moffat riverside loop

3. Kirroughtree Forest loop

4. Venlaw and Soonhope loop

5. The Sware Circuit loop

6. Haystoun, the Cut and Cademuir loop

7. View of Neidpath Castle – Peebles Town Centre loop from Peebles

8. Woods of Cree Waterfalls loop from Minnigaff

9. Murray's Monument – Grey Mare’s Tail Waterfall loop from Minnigaff

10. View of Clatteringshaws Loch – Benniguinea Summit loop from Carsphairn

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