Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 7, 2024

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Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

92 m in total

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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4.03 km

View of Fidra Island from Yellowcraig Beach

Highlight • Beach

Yellowcraig is a natural cove with a large sandy beach, clear water and rock pools to explore. From the beach, you get fantastic views over Fidra Island, the inspiration for Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island.

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6.58 km

Dirleton Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Dirleton Castle is one of the oldest surviving strongholds in Scotland. Built in the 13th century, the fortress was residence to three successive noble families: the de Vauxs, Haliburtons and …

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13.9 km

North Berwick Law & Whale Jawbone Arch

Highlight • Summit

An easy ascent from the car park, the fittest hikers should take around 25 minutes to get to the top. One of the easiest Marilyns to bag.

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16.0 km

Lodge Grounds, North Berwick

Highlight • Natural

This split-level park dates back to the 17th century and is a public park today with many interesting features. Wander around to find formal gardens, pockets of wilderness, an aviary …

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16.5 km

Scottish Seabird Centre

Highlight • Monument

The Scottish Seabird Centre is a fantastic experience whether you're a keen twitcher or are simply on a hike in the area. With live cams from seabird colonies, boat trips …

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17.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.40 km

5.10 km

2.88 km

2.61 km

495 m

123 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.91 km

3.07 km

2.23 km

2.13 km

1.76 km

1.60 km

Elevation

Highest point (150 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

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