City of Edinburgh Three Peaks
A 1-day county Three Peaks challenge across East Cairn Hill, Allermuir Hill, and Caerketton Hill.
- Difficulty
- Challenging
- Duration
- One day
- Region
- City of Edinburgh
Region guide
City of Edinburgh
City of Edinburgh Council area covering the highest summit and wider mountain geography for the area.
City of Edinburgh mountain map
Adventures
Mountains
East Cairn Hill
Allermuir Hill
Allermuir Hill
Caerketton Hill
Capelaw Hill
Warklaw Hill
Arthur's Seat
Kaimes Hill
Dalmahoy Hill
Ravelrig Hill
Braid Hills
Wester Craiglockhart Hill
Routes
Use these route-linked adventures to plan the trails and traverses that sit inside this region.
City of Edinburgh Three Peaks Route
City of Edinburgh Three Peaks links East Cairn Hill, Allermuir Hill, and Caerketton Hill in one compact mountain line. The route is modeled as a continuous walking challenge with approximate timing for a 1-day push.
- Distance24.7 km
- DaysOne day
- High point567M
Towns and villages
Supporting planning details for where trips start, finish, or stay overnight in this region.
Route access point
City of Edinburgh Three Peaks Finish
Reference finish access point used for the City of Edinburgh Three Peaks route on the approach to Caerketton Hill. Exact parking and the first signed path entry depend on the chosen approach line.
Route access point
City of Edinburgh Three Peaks Start
Reference start access point used for the City of Edinburgh Three Peaks route on the approach to East Cairn Hill. Exact parking and the first signed path entry depend on the chosen approach line.