East Cairn hill and the Mounts circuit from Baddinsgill

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Overview

This grand circuit follows the open ridges of the more remote western Pentlands. There are superb views throughout, over the main Pentland range, Fife and into the Borders. The return follows the Thieves road – an old cattle droving route.

Saturday, 12 July 2025

Meeting time:: 7:50 am
Start time:: 9:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 13.8km / 8.6mi
Ascent:: 488m / 1601ft
Type:: circular

OS Sheet: 344

Local Walk Grade: B+

Meeting point

Grid reference:: NS 99400 77001
Nearest postcode:: EH49 7AW
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Meeting time:: 7:50 am

Car park at the back of the West Port hotel

Starting point

Grid reference:: NT 12600 54801
Nearest postcode:: EH46 7HL
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Start time:: 9:00 am

Baddinsgill parking area by sawmill. Restricted parking so if travelling direct, please contact walk leader who will be meeting main group at starting point.

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