Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 3, 2025

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Pentland Hills Regional Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.06 km

Water of Leith Walkway

Highlight • River

Quite a long but flat section.

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4.37 km

Lymphoy Road

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Road surface a bit broken and gravely in places, but otherwise good. Horses, llamas and lovely views.

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9.42 km

Balerno Hill Summit

Highlight • Summit

10.8 km

Threipmuir Reservoir

Highlight • Natural

Superb spot at the foot of the Pentlands, easy gravel paths and lots of swimming spots. Busy with walkers and cyclists.

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11.0 km

Glencorse Reservoir Overflow

Highlight • Structure

Unless absolutely sure of conditions, use the path

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12.1 km

Harlaw Reservoir

Highlight • Viewpoint

Harlaw Reservoir is a popular spot for outdoor activities including walking, fishing, and wildlife watching. One of the highlights is a small embankment on the far side of the reservoir …

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14.3 km

Torduff Reservoir to Harlaw Path

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

A mixture of road, fresh smooth tarmac and pretty rough farm track. This is a great way up and down to the Pentland Hills, passing Torduff and Clubbiedean reservoirs.

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20.0 km

Colinton Tunnel Murals

Highlight • Trail

great part of the water of leith trail

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20.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.55 km

5.11 km

4.83 km

4.07 km

116 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

10.1 km

4.15 km

3.45 km

2.01 km

942 m

Elevation

Highest point (260 m)

Lowest point (100 m)

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