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Colinton Tunnel Murals – Threipmuir Reservoir loop from Kingsknowe

Colinton Tunnel Murals – Threipmuir Reservoir loop from Kingsknowe

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Colinton Tunnel Murals – Threipmuir Reservoir loop from Kingsknowe

01:53

30.7km

350m

Gravel riding

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

Last updated: March 27, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Pentland Hills Regional Park

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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1

1.44 km

Colinton Tunnel Murals

Highlight • Trail

great part of the water of leith trail

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2

3.95 km

Torduff Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Be mindful of people walking with children and dogs during weekends.

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3

4.01 km

Torduff Reservoir to Harlaw Path

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

A mixture of road, fresh smooth tarmac and pretty rough farm track. This is a great way up and down to the Pentland Hills, passing Torduff and Clubbiedean reservoirs.

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4

10.1 km

Glencorse Reservoir Overflow

Highlight • Structure

Unless absolutely sure of conditions, use the path

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5

10.4 km

Threipmuir Reservoir

Highlight • Natural

Superb spot at the foot of the Pentlands, easy gravel paths and lots of swimming spots. Busy with walkers and cyclists.

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6

12.2 km

Exponential Hill Tree-Lined Avenue

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

This is a great bike section with a nice approach over the bridge and causeway of Threipmuir Reservoir that has great views over each side. Exponential Hill itself is a …

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7

13.3 km

Yellow Brick Road MTB track

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

A little rocky.

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8

27.2 km

Water of Leith Walkway

Highlight • River

Quite a long but flat section.

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B

30.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.37 km

7.56 km

7.13 km

6.66 km

Surfaces

14.3 km

7.35 km

4.98 km

2.05 km

2.04 km

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Wednesday 20 May

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9°C

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