The Old North Road
Fife, United Kingdom
Out-and-back trail in Fife, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 4.4 mi (7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 436 ft (133 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 35 min
- High point
- 581 ft (177 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Along the way
- Historic site: Standing Stone 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about The Old North Road
How long is The Old North Road?
The Old North Road is 4.4 mi (7 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 35 min. It climbs 436 ft (133 m) in total, up to a high point of 581 ft (177 m).
How hard is The Old North Road?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for The Old North Road?
Parking at the start, Free, 2 spaces. 1 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on The Old North Road?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is The Old North Road shaded?
Partly shaded (40% under trees).
What can you do on The Old North Road?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near The Old North Road?
Sands, A Place By The Sea, 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Dave's Bike Shed, 1.3 mi (2.1 km).
Is this a good week for The Old North Road?
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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- Rodanbraes Path Fife · Easy · 0.7 mi (1.1 km)
- Golf Course Field Path Fife · Easy · 1.5 mi (2.4 km)
- Burnside Path Fife · Easy · 0.7 mi (1.1 km)
- Silverknowes Promenade Quiet Route Edinburgh · Easy · 2.2 mi (3.5 km)
- Bogey Trail Lochore Meadows Country Park · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.9 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap