North Esk Reservoir – North Esk Reservoir loop from Balerno
North Esk Reservoir – North Esk Reservoir loop from Balerno
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North Esk Reservoir – North Esk Reservoir loop from Balerno
03:34
41.8km
650m
Mountain biking
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: August 26, 2026
Tips
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Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
9.52 km
Path to Carlops
Highlight • Trail
11.3 km
North Esk Reservoir
Highlight • Lake
12.4 km
North Esk Reservoir
Highlight • Lake
Tip by
17.8 km
View of the Pentland Hills from the Roman Road
Highlight • Viewpoint
22.4 km
Cauldstane Slap Pass (Pentland Hills)
Highlight (Segment) • Mountain Pass
Tip by
39.1 km
Stack of Logs on Nail Trail Extension
Highlight • Trail
Tip by
41.8 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
14.4 km
10.7 km
6.38 km
6.30 km
4.02 km
Surfaces
14.3 km
12.6 km
10.2 km
1.90 km
1.88 km
840 m
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