John Muir Link
East Lothian, United Kingdom
Point-to-point trail in East Lothian, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 10.9 mi (17.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 433 ft (132 m)
- Est. Time
- 3 hr 45 min
- High point
- 279 ft (85 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: The Magazine 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from start
- Historic site: The Gunholes 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Dunbar Castle 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from start
- Historic site: The Fishermen's Monument 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from start
- Historic site: War Memorial 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from start
- Beach: Whitesands 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from start
- Picnic area 5.6 mi (9 km) from start
- Historic site: Skateraw Airfield Memorial 5.6 mi (9 km) from start
- Historic site: War Memorial 5.7 mi (9.1 km) from start
- Campsite 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from start
- Campsite 7.1 mi (11.5 km) from start
- Historic site: Mercat Cross 10.7 mi (17.3 km) from start
- Historic site: War Memorial 10.9 mi (17.5 km) from start
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Questions about John Muir Link
How long is John Muir Link?
John Muir Link is 10.9 mi (17.5 km) long. Most people take about 3 hr 45 min. It climbs 433 ft (132 m) in total, up to a high point of 279 ft (85 m).
How hard is John Muir Link?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for John Muir Link?
Parking at the start, 1 spaces. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on John Muir Link?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 3.1 mi (4.9 km), 5.6 mi (9 km), 10.8 mi (17.4 km).
Is John Muir Link shaded?
Mostly exposed (11% under trees).
What can you do on John Muir Link?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near John Muir Link?
Parkers, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Dunbar Premier, 0.1 mi (0.2 km). 1 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for John Muir Link?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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