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Colinton Tunnel Murals – Threipmuir Reservoir loop from Kingsknowe

Colinton Tunnel Murals – Threipmuir Reservoir loop from Kingsknowe

Moderate

4.5

(2)

34

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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: September 24, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Pentland Hills Regional Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

1.44 km

Colinton Tunnel Murals

Highlight • Trail

great part of the water of leith trail

Tip by

2

3.95 km

Torduff Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

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

Tip by

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.

Tip by

4

10.1 km

Glencorse Reservoir Overflow

Highlight • Structure

Unless absolutely sure of conditions, use the path

Tip by

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.

Tip by

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 …

Tip by

7

13.3 km

Yellow Brick Road MTB track

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

A little rocky.

Tip by

8

27.2 km

Water of Leith Walkway

Highlight • River

Quite a long but flat section.

Tip by

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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Monday 5 October

14°C

7°C

23 %

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