Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: January 14, 2026

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Pentland Hills Regional Park

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2.13 km

Caerketton Hill

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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.

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3.25 km

View from Allermuir Hill

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From here you have one of the best views of Edinburgh and the coast. Also recommended at night!

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7.33 km

View of Turnhouse Hill

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From the tarmac road leading to Glencorse Reservoir you can gaze up at the short but steep ascent to reach the summit of Turnhouse Hill

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8.22 km

Sheep Grazing Area, Pentland Hills Regional Park

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Not only are sheep grazing in this area, there are also new lambs so please be considerate when hiking here and keep dogs on a lead to avoid any issues

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9.46 km

Turnhouse Hill

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The first summit on the ridge if you’re running from the north east. Turnhouse Hill is 465m high and offers great views east over Edinburgh.

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12.5 km

Glencorse Reservoir

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Nestled amongst the Pentland Hills, Glencorse Reservoir is incredibly picturesque. It was built between 1820 and 1824 to provide water to mills in the area and supply drinking water to …

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13.0 km

Shelter Belt Path, Glencorse Reservoir

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This path leads to and from Glencorse Reservoir, offering breathtaking views of the water and surrounding hills. The route takes you past a serene forest on one side and a charming stone wall on the other.

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13.4 km

View of Glencorse Reservoir

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Great views in the evening

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18.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.18 km

5.47 km

2.55 km

2.52 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.75 km

2.88 km

2.52 km

2.35 km

1.76 km

328 m

202 m

Elevation

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Highest point (480 m)

Lowest point (160 m)

Weather

Monday 13 April

13°C

-2°C

38 %

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Caerketton Hill – View from Allermuir Hill loop from Fairmilehead

Caerketton Hill

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Sheep Grazing Area, Pentland Hills Regional Park

Turnhouse Hill

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View of Glencorse Reservoir

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