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Torduff Reservoir – Torduff Reservoir loop from Colinton

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Lothian

Edinburgh

Colinton

Torduff Reservoir – Torduff Reservoir loop from Colinton

Moderate

2.8

(5)

hikers

Torduff Reservoir – Torduff Reservoir loop from Colinton

02:02

7.40km

120m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 8, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

Please check local regulations for:

Pentland Hills Regional Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

Get Directions

1.05 km

Woodhall–Blinkbonny Link

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

A great way to get out west without having to use the Water of Leith Walkway

Tip by

2.70 km

Poet's Glen Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

Had to hike this bit as path is extremely rough

Tip by

4.92 km

Caffèology

Highlight • Cafe

Open on the weekend this is a great spot to stop and grab that caffeine hit (and a lovely cake) to keep you going. Great cafe run by lovely people.

Tip by

5.45 km

Torduff Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Torduff Reservoir is a relatively small reservoir at 23 acres (9.4 hectares) just southwest of Bonaly. It sits neatly below the western flank of Torduff Hill. Nearby to the southwest …

Tip by

6.04 km

Torduff Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Be mindful of people walking with children and dogs during weekends.

Tip by

7.40 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.09 km

1.62 km

1.54 km

1.13 km

Surfaces

2.18 km

1.87 km

1.83 km

1.33 km

170 m

Elevation

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Highest point (240 m)

Lowest point (130 m)

Weather

Tuesday 11 August

26°C

13°C

20 %

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Max wind speed: 17.0 km/h

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Torduff Reservoir – Torduff Reservoir loop from Colinton

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