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The best walks and hikes in Midlothian

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The gorgeous land to the south of Scotland’s pretty capital, Midlothian is an absolute treat. Walks in Midlothian have something for everyone: stunning winter hill routes for discerning ridge-walkers, countryside …

Last updated: October 21, 2025

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1. Carnethy Hill & Scald Law loop from Flotterstone — Pentland Hills

13.0km

04:43

500m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Turnhouse Hill & Glencorse Reservoir loop from Flotterstone — Pentland Hills

8.24km

02:52

290m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. Caerketton Hill & Allermuir Hill loop from Lothianburn — Pentland Hills

5.68km

02:00

310m

320m

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

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4. Capelaw Hill, Allermuir Hill & Castlelaw Hill loop from Flotterstone — Pentland Hills

11.0km

03:19

360m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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5. Scald Law, the Kips & Glencorse Reservoir loop from Flotterstone — Pentland Hills

18.1km

06:10

580m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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6. Carnethy Hill, Threipmuir Reservoir & Glencorse Reservoir loop from Flotterstone — Pentland Hills

20.6km

06:33

570m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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7. Dalkeith Country Park loop from Dalkeith

4.38km

01:10

40m

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

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8. Roslin Castle & the River North Esk loop from Roslin

9.34km

02:36

170m

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

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9. Carnethy Hill & Scald Law from Flotterstone — Pentland Hills

10.9km

04:46

630m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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10. Hirondean Castle & Gladhouse Reservoir loop

10.7km

02:47

70m

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

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The best walks and hikes in Midlothian

1. Carnethy Hill & Scald Law loop from Flotterstone — Pentland Hills

2. Turnhouse Hill & Glencorse Reservoir loop from Flotterstone — Pentland Hills

3. Caerketton Hill & Allermuir Hill loop from Lothianburn — Pentland Hills

4. Capelaw Hill, Allermuir Hill & Castlelaw Hill loop from Flotterstone — Pentland Hills

5. Scald Law, the Kips & Glencorse Reservoir loop from Flotterstone — Pentland Hills

6. Carnethy Hill, Threipmuir Reservoir & Glencorse Reservoir loop from Flotterstone — Pentland Hills

7. Dalkeith Country Park loop from Dalkeith

8. Roslin Castle & the River North Esk loop from Roslin

9. Carnethy Hill & Scald Law from Flotterstone — Pentland Hills

10. Hirondean Castle & Gladhouse Reservoir loop

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