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View from Allermuir Hill – Caerketton Hill loop from Oxgangs

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View from Allermuir Hill – Caerketton Hill loop from Oxgangs

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98

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View from Allermuir Hill – Caerketton Hill loop from Oxgangs

01:07

7.16km

410m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 18, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Pentland Hills Regional Park

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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128 m

Swanson Cottages

Highlight • Other

Small cottages with unique design

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2

1.36 km

Allermuir to Swanston Descent

Highlight • Climb

Mix of steep grassy ruts and rocky/flowing sections

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2.03 km

View from Allermuir Hill

Highlight • Viewpoint

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

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3.18 km

Caerketton Hill

Highlight • Viewpoint

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.

From the edge of the city it provides an easily accessible hike in a few hours, with tremendous views on all sides. The going isn't too tough, with decent paths throughout. Enjoy!!

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4.18 km

Caerketton Hill Descent

Highlight (Segment) • Summit

steep, loose, exposed and great fun :) Can boggy at the top. Shared path so watchout for hikers

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5.32 km

Windy Door Nick

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The col between Caerketton and Allermuir...

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7.16 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.69 km

1.29 km

180 m

Surfaces

6.75 km

214 m

194 m

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Tuesday 19 May

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9°C

57 %

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