Midlothian

The Top 9 Peaks in Midlothian

Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks in Midlothian is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 9 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 Midlothian for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.

Scald Law Summit

View from Allermuir Hill

Carnethy Hill

Caerketton Hill

Castlelaw Hill

West Kip and East Kip

Turnhouse Hill

Hare Hill

Hillend Hill

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Scald Law Summit
Hiking Highlight
Highest point in the Pentlands and certainly expansive views over the near and far hills. Almost always windy up top so worth remembering!
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View from Allermuir Hill
Hiking Highlight
From here you have one of the best views of Edinburgh and the coast. Also recommended at night!
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Carnethy Hill
Hiking Highlight
Carnethy Hill stands at 573m on the Pentland Hills ridgeline. It's only 3m shorter than neighbouring Scald Law and offers great views over the Pentlands, Edinburgh and far across Scotland.
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Caerketton Hill
Hiking Highlight
Sitting on the very edge of the Pentland Hills, with a great view over Edinburgh and Arthur's Seat to the east, it's a fantastic hike from the city.

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Castlelaw Hill
Hiking Highlight
Superb views to the surrounding Pentlands and all the way to the Moorfoots and Borders hills.
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West Kip and East Kip
Hiking Highlight (Segment)
West Kip is higher at 551m than its neighbour East Kip 534m. The pair make a nice ridge walk with good views across to Scald Law. Normally walked on the …
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Turnhouse Hill
Hiking Highlight
The first summit on the ridge if you’re walking from the north east. Turnhouse Hill is 465m high and offers great views east over Edinburgh.
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Hare Hill
Hiking Highlight
Hare Hill at 449 m is a small but prominent summit to the north of the main Pentland Hills ridge. From the summit there are great views north over Edinburgh …
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Hillend Hill
Running Highlight (Segment)
Great hill to run straight from the start. It climbs about 180 m to the top of Hillend Hill where you can carry on up onto the Pentland Ridge. Awesome descent as well.
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