Water of Leith Walkway (Slateford to Leith)
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Out-and-back trail in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 15.4 mi (24.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 299 ft (91 m)
- Est. Time
- 5 hr 5 min
- High point
- 210 ft (64 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: Merchant Navy Memorial 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from start
- Historic site: Governor John Hunter Bust 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from start
- Historic site: The Harpoon 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from start
- Historic site: Victoria Swing Bridge 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Water of Leith Walkway Stedfastgate 3 mi (4.8 km) from start
- Historic site: Redbraes Weir 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from start
- Shelter: Tanfield Bowling Club Pavilion 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from start
- Attraction: Stockbridge Market 6.7 mi (10.8 km) from start
- Historic site: St Bernard's Well 7.1 mi (11.5 km) from start
- Historic site: Dean Bridge 1832 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from start
- Viewpoint: View over Dean Village 7.6 mi (12.3 km) from start
- Attraction: The Millstones 7.7 mi (12.4 km) from start
- Viewpoint 7.9 mi (12.7 km) from start
- Picnic area 8 mi (12.9 km) from start
- Historic site: 79th or Cameron Highlanders Memorial 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from start
- Historic site: James Buchanan's Grave 8.5 mi (13.7 km) from start
- Shelter 8.6 mi (13.9 km) from start
- Shelter 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Slateford Aqueduc 15.4 mi (24.8 km) from start
- Historic site: MillStone Memorial to Graham Priestley 15.4 mi (24.8 km) from start
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Questions about Water of Leith Walkway (Slateford to Leith)
How long is Water of Leith Walkway (Slateford to Leith)?
Water of Leith Walkway (Slateford to Leith) is 15.4 mi (24.8 km) long. Most people take about 5 hr 5 min. It climbs 299 ft (91 m) in total, up to a high point of 210 ft (64 m).
How hard is Water of Leith Walkway (Slateford to Leith)?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Water of Leith Walkway (Slateford to Leith)?
Parking at the start. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Water of Leith Walkway (Slateford to Leith)?
Drinking water on the way at 12.8 mi (20.6 km). Toilets: Trailhead, 6.6 mi (10.6 km), 6.6 mi (10.6 km), 12.8 mi (20.6 km).
Is Water of Leith Walkway (Slateford to Leith) shaded?
Partly shaded (64% under trees).
What can you do on Water of Leith Walkway (Slateford to Leith)?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Water of Leith Walkway (Slateford to Leith)?
Crolla’s Gelateria, 0 mi (0 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Henderson Local Store, 0 mi (0 km). 1 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Water of Leith Walkway (Slateford to Leith)?
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