Southern Upland Way (Section C - Lauder to Cockburnspath)
Scottish Borders, United Kingdom
Point-to-point trail in Scottish Borders, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 33.1 mi (53.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 3,632 ft (1,107 m)
- Est. Time
- 12 hr 30 min
- High point
- 1,457 ft (444 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: Alisdair Thomson Memorial 20 mi (32.3 km) from start
- Peak: Twin Law 23.6 mi (38 km) from start
- Peak: Scoured Rig 28.1 mi (45.3 km) from start
- Peak: Park Hill 30.9 mi (49.7 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Southern Upland Way (Section C - Lauder to Cockburnspath)
How long is Southern Upland Way (Section C - Lauder to Cockburnspath)?
Southern Upland Way (Section C - Lauder to Cockburnspath) is 33.1 mi (53.3 km) long. Most people take about 12 hr 30 min. It climbs 3,632 ft (1,107 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,457 ft (444 m).
How hard is Southern Upland Way (Section C - Lauder to Cockburnspath)?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Southern Upland Way (Section C - Lauder to Cockburnspath)?
Parking at the start. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Southern Upland Way (Section C - Lauder to Cockburnspath)?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Southern Upland Way (Section C - Lauder to Cockburnspath) shaded?
Mostly exposed (25% under trees).
What can you do on Southern Upland Way (Section C - Lauder to Cockburnspath)?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Southern Upland Way (Section C - Lauder to Cockburnspath)?
Food, 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from the start. Shop: Cockburnspath Community Shop, 0.1 mi (0.2 km).
Is this a good week for Southern Upland Way (Section C - Lauder to Cockburnspath)?
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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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap