John Muir Way (Prestonpans to North Berwick)
East Lothian, United Kingdom
Point-to-point trail in East Lothian, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 16 mi (25.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 269 ft (82 m)
- Est. Time
- 5 hr 20 min
- High point
- 138 ft (42 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: Thomas Alexander's Monument 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Robert Burns Memorial 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Cpl S (John) Shaw VC Memorial 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from start
- Picnic area 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from start
- Picnic area 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from start
- Historic site: Tranent-Cockenzie Waggonway 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from start
- Picnic area 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from start
- Historic site: Dr Black Memorial Clock 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from start
- Picnic area 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from start
- Picnic area 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from start
- Picnic area 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from start
- Picnic area 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from start
- Picnic area 2.5 mi (4 km) from start
- Picnic area 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from start
- Picnic area 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from start
- Beach: Longniddry Bents 4.5 mi (7.3 km) from start
- Historic site: War Memorial 6.9 mi (11.2 km) from start
- Historic site: War Memorial 6.9 mi (11.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Venetian Well Memorial 6.9 mi (11.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Mercat Cross 7.1 mi (11.5 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about John Muir Way (Prestonpans to North Berwick)
How long is John Muir Way (Prestonpans to North Berwick)?
John Muir Way (Prestonpans to North Berwick) is 16 mi (25.8 km) long. Most people take about 5 hr 20 min. It climbs 269 ft (82 m) in total, up to a high point of 138 ft (42 m).
How hard is John Muir Way (Prestonpans to North Berwick)?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for John Muir Way (Prestonpans to North Berwick)?
Parking at the start. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on John Muir Way (Prestonpans to North Berwick)?
Drinking water on the way at 2.5 mi (4 km). Toilets: Trailhead, 3.8 mi (6.1 km), 4.2 mi (6.8 km), 4.9 mi (7.8 km).
Is John Muir Way (Prestonpans to North Berwick) shaded?
Mostly exposed (23% under trees).
What can you do on John Muir Way (Prestonpans to North Berwick)?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near John Muir Way (Prestonpans to North Berwick)?
Jade Garden, 0 mi (0 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Day-Today Express, 0 mi (0.1 km). 10 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for John Muir Way (Prestonpans to North Berwick)?
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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- Dalkeith to Edinburgh via Gilmerton Edinburgh · Easy · 4.4 mi (7.1 km)
- Quiet Route 61 Edinburgh · Moderate · 18.6 mi (29.9 km)
- Pencaitland Railway Walk East Lothian · Hard · 12.8 mi (20.6 km)
- Christian Path Edinburgh · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.7 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap