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.

From the edge of the city it provides an easily accessible hike in a few hours, with tremendous views on all sides. The going isn't too tough, with decent paths throughout. Enjoy!!

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Caerketton Hill is the most easterly top of the Pentland Hills. It's a ridge like hill with a higher west summit standing at 478m. The east summit has a good cairn and amazing views eastward towards the North Sea. It's about 450 m high.

51m

July 12, 2023

Hiking

At 1568 feet (478 m) this is the highest point on Caerketton Hill, the most easterly summit of the Pentland hills. Great views east towards the North Sea and also west into the Pentland Hills.

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Caerketton Hill & Allermuir Hill loop from Lothianburn — Pentland Hills

5.68km

02:00

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

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Capital View Trail

3.75km

01:28

280m

Hike the easy 2.3-mile Capital View Trail in Pentland Hills Regional Park, gaining 903 feet with views from Caerketton Hill.

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Caerketton Hill – Windy Door Nick loop from Fairmilehead

5.18km

01:51

290m

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

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Elevation 460 m

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Location: Fairmilehead, Edinburgh, Lothian, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Caerketton Hill

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Caerketton Hill & Allermuir Hill loop from Lothianburn — Pentland Hills

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Caerketton Hill – Windy Door Nick loop from Fairmilehead

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