The Top 20 Peaks in Scottish Borders
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks in Scottish Borders is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 20
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in Scottish Borders for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in Scottish Borders for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: October 31, 2025
Summit of Windy Gyle
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Windy Gyle might be overshadowed by the mighty Cheviot but it’s one of the jewels of this range. Standing at 2,031 feet (619 m), the summit boasts breathtaking views and is topped with a Bronze Age burial cairn, Russell’s Cairn.
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Culter Fell Summit
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There is extensive sheep farming and sporting activity in the area, so care should be taken when accessing Culter Fell in the spring or late summer. Please be mindful and …
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Eildon Hill North
Highlight • Summit
The three shapely summits of the Eildon Hills are an iconic part of the Scottish Borders landscape and afford breathtaking views. Excavations have found evidence that the hill fort was occupied in the Bronze Age.
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Eildon Mid Hill Summit
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Legend has it that the triumvirate of peaks that form the Eildon Hills were split asunder by a wizard named Michael Scot with the assistance of an idle devilish spirit. …
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Dun Rig Summit
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Dun Rig at 744m is the highest point in the northern Manor Hills. There is a trig point on the summit and great views into the Moorfoot Hills, Pentlands, rest …
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Crib Law Summit
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This is where the Capital Trail passes closeby to the summit of Crib Law at 1670 feet (509 meters) in the Lammermuir Hills.
On a clear day, expect spectacular views …
On a clear day, expect spectacular views …
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Gypsy Glen and Cross Borders Drove Road Trail Junction
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This is the point where the blue-rated Gypsy Glen MTB trail (a 14 mile/23km circular route from Glentress) splits briefly from the Cross Borders Drove Road bridleway for just over …
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Summit Cairn, Minch Moor
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The intersection of a variety of MTB and walking trails, the summit of Minch Moor is also blessed with a substantial cairn. And from a biking perspective, once you've enjoyed …
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Waterloo Monument on Peniel Heugh
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For a unique experience at the Waterloo Monument atop Peniel Heugh, consider visiting during the late afternoon. The setting sun casts a warm glow over the Scottish Borders, enhancing the …
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Priesthope Hill
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From the top of Priesthope Hill, the adventurous mountain bicyclist is faced with a plethora of opportunities.
Should they head west and join myriad exquisitely steep, technical trails in the …
Should they head west and join myriad exquisitely steep, technical trails in the …
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