Pencaitland Railway Walk
East Lothian, United Kingdom
Out-and-back trail in East Lothian, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 12.8 mi (20.6 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 410 ft (125 m)
- Est. Time
- 4 hr 20 min
- High point
- 407 ft (124 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: Huntlaw Mine Memorial 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from start
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Questions about Pencaitland Railway Walk
How long is Pencaitland Railway Walk?
Pencaitland Railway Walk is 12.8 mi (20.6 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 20 min. It climbs 410 ft (125 m) in total, up to a high point of 407 ft (124 m).
How hard is Pencaitland Railway Walk?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Pencaitland Railway Walk?
Parking at the start, 4 spaces. 10 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Pencaitland Railway Walk?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Pencaitland Railway Walk shaded?
Partly shaded (65% under trees).
What can you do on Pencaitland Railway Walk?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Pencaitland Railway Walk?
The Bothy, 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: The Village Store, 1.5 mi (2.5 km).
Is this a good week for Pencaitland Railway Walk?
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.
Trails near Pencaitland Railway Walk
- NCN National Route 196 Midlothian · Moderate · 24.1 mi (38.7 km)
- Riverside path East Lothian · Easy · 0.7 mi (1.1 km)
- 1722 Waggonway East Lothian · Easy · 1.8 mi (2.9 km)
- John Muir Way (Prestonpans to North Berwick) East Lothian · Moderate · 16 mi (25.8 km)
- John Muir Way (Edinburgh to Prestonpans) Newhailes House & Gardens · Moderate · 10.2 mi (16.4 km)
- NCN National Route 76 Stirling · Expert · 105.4 mi (169.7 km)
- Vogrie Trail Midlothian · Hard · 10.4 mi (16.8 km)
- Cadwell Path Midlothian · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.6 km)
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