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Gladhouse Reservoir – Gladhouse Reservoir loop from Penicuik

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Road cycling routes
United Kingdom
Scotland
South Scotland
Penicuik And District

Gladhouse Reservoir – Gladhouse Reservoir loop from Penicuik

Easy

22

riders

Gladhouse Reservoir – Gladhouse Reservoir loop from Penicuik

01:48

30.2km

260m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 15, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 11.3 km for 53 m

After 12.9 km for 53 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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3.33 km

View of the Pentland Hills from Mount Lothian Road

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

It is one of my favourite spots for views, whether on the bike or by car. Clear views of the Pentland Hills and South towards (not seen) Gladhouse Reservoir. If …

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9.54 km

Gladhouse Reservoir Scenic Road Section

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Gladhouse Reservoir is just a short drive from Edinburgh and just to the west of the Moorfoot Hills. This peaceful wildlife haven offers visitors great hiking and cycling opportunities. This …

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12.2 km

Gladhouse Reservoir

Highlight • Structure

Gladhouse Reservoir was built in 1879 to supply water to Edinburgh.
It's an important overwintering site for Pink Footed Geese and also has a large population of Greylag Goose as …

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13.3 km

Gladhouse Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

A popular spot for swimming and sailing and a good spot to stop off for a break.

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13.6 km

Gladhouse Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Lovely roads nearby. Often busy with visitors on nice days.

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14.6 km

Gladhouse Reservoir (West Inlet)

Highlight • Viewpoint

Gladhouse Reservoir, at 460 acres (186 hectares), is the largest freshwater area in the Lothians. The views from this little inlet are particularly nice into the middle of the reservoir, …

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30.2 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.2 km

9.88 km

2.10 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

28.0 km

2.12 km

< 100 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (290 m)

Lowest point (170 m)

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Friday 13 November

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