Southern Upland Way (Section B - Melrose to Lauder)
Scottish Borders, United Kingdom
Out-and-back trail in Scottish Borders, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 19.3 mi (31.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,647 ft (502 m)
- Est. Time
- 7 hr 5 min
- High point
- 978 ft (298 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Peak: Kedslie Hill 9.5 mi (15.4 km) from start
- Peak: Woodheads Hill 15.9 mi (25.5 km) from start
- Historic site: Fort 18.2 mi (29.3 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Southern Upland Way (Section B - Melrose to Lauder)
How long is Southern Upland Way (Section B - Melrose to Lauder)?
Southern Upland Way (Section B - Melrose to Lauder) is 19.3 mi (31.1 km) long. Most people take about 7 hr 5 min. It climbs 1,647 ft (502 m) in total, up to a high point of 978 ft (298 m).
How hard is Southern Upland Way (Section B - Melrose to Lauder)?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Southern Upland Way (Section B - Melrose to Lauder)?
Parking at the start. 18 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Southern Upland Way (Section B - Melrose to Lauder)?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Southern Upland Way (Section B - Melrose to Lauder) shaded?
Mostly exposed (19% under trees).
What can you do on Southern Upland Way (Section B - Melrose to Lauder)?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Southern Upland Way (Section B - Melrose to Lauder)?
Provender, 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Co-op Food, 0.3 mi (0.4 km).
Is this a good week for Southern Upland Way (Section B - Melrose to Lauder)?
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 Southern Upland Way (Section B - Melrose to Lauder)
- Saint Cuthbert's Way (Melrose to Kirk Yetholm) Scottish Borders · Expert · 33.6 mi (54 km)
- Melrose Green Route Scottish Borders · Moderate · 15.8 mi (25.4 km)
- Melrose Red Route Scottish Borders · Moderate · 12.5 mi (20.2 km)
- Eildon Hills Trail Scottish Borders · Moderate · 3.9 mi (6.2 km)
- Bothendene Path Scottish Borders · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.8 km)
- Flattiegate Scottish Borders · Easy · 0.6 mi (1 km)
- Solway Woodland Trail Scottish Borders · Easy · 1.2 mi (1.9 km)
- Leader Water Path Scottish Borders · Moderate · 6.2 mi (10 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap