Portmore Loch Woods – Portmore Reservoir loop from Eddleston

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Eddleston And District

Portmore Loch Woods – Portmore Reservoir loop from Eddleston

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Portmore Loch Woods – Portmore Reservoir loop from Eddleston

00:55

8.32km

160m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 7, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.05 km

Portmore Loch Woods

Highlight • Lake

Portmore Loch woods and forest paths at their best. Magic*

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3.04 km

Portmore Reservoir

Highlight • Forest

Portmore Reservoir is a hidden gem with some beautiful landscape, forests, hills and glen walk towards Eddleston. Intermediate paths with some steep parts and steady footwear are recommended.

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3.58 km

Portmore Loch

Highlight • Viewpoint

Lovely spot for a wee picnic. You can cycle along the far end of the loch, you will need to go through a gate into farmland, we came across cows …

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4.56 km

View of the Lake and Hills

Highlight • Viewpoint

Don't do this trip after heavy rain unless your happy to get muddy.

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7.87 km

Snowdrop Carpets in Portmore Gardens

Highlight • Natural

An easy walk on the bottom of Portmore Gardens. It's a private access area so no car access. You can walk from Eddleston or to Eddleston village too. The path …

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8.10 km

Snowdrop Flowers Along Portmore Stream

Highlight • Natural

I would call it Blooming rivers. Very picturesque walj along thi river with banks full of snowdrops in Spring. An easy walk on the main roads or paths. Possible route towards Eddleston or Portmore Reservoir.

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8.32 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.90 km

2.24 km

168 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.10 km