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 way or on the way back from the higher Scald Law they make a great loop from the north or south.

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1. West & East Kip plus Scald Law loop from Threipmuir Reservoir — Pentland Hills

12.4km

03:57

390m

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

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2. West & East Kip & Scald Law loop from Threipmuir — Pentland Hills

13.8km

04:22

440m

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

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3. Scald Law, the Kips & Glencorse Reservoir loop from Flotterstone

18.1km

06:10

580m

This difficult 11.2-mile hike loops Scald Law, the Kips, and Glencorse Reservoir, offering panoramic views and significant elevation gain.

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Distance 1.17 km

Uphill 90 m

Downhill 80 m

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Location: Penicuik And District, South Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom

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West Kip and East Kip

1. West & East Kip plus Scald Law loop from Threipmuir Reservoir — Pentland Hills

2. West & East Kip & Scald Law loop from Threipmuir — Pentland Hills

3. Scald Law, the Kips & Glencorse Reservoir loop from Flotterstone

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