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Hermitage of Braid House – Blackford Pond loop from Morningside

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Hermitage of Braid House – Blackford Pond loop from Morningside

Easy

40

hikers

Hermitage of Braid House – Blackford Pond loop from Morningside

01:15

4.70km

50m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 2, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

1.96 km

The Hermitage Forest Path and Stream

Highlight • River

Can get very muddy but it is a nice wee escape from the town.

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2

2.20 km

Hermitage of Braid House

Highlight • Monument

The Hermitage of Braid is the name of this whole area, including Blackford Hill, the observatory and the Braid Burn. Today it's known as the Hermitage of Braid and Blackford …

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3

2.60 km

The Lodge Coffee House, Hermitage of Braid

Highlight (Segment) • Cafe

Near morningside in Edinburgh, escape from the streets and follow the path along the river. Can get very muddy at times but is a very easy, pleasant cycle.

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4

2.84 km

Masses of Balsam

Highlight • Natural

5

3.05 km

Large Tree on Wooded Path near Edinburgh

Highlight • Natural Monument

The hunkiest tree in the greater Edinburgh region.

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6

3.32 km

The Doocot

Highlight • Monument

7

4.23 km

Blackford Pond

Highlight • Lake

Charming place. Swan family and lots of ducks

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B

4.70 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.75 km

1.30 km

1.29 km

325 m

Surfaces

1.47 km

1.13 km

1.02 km

835 m

169 m

< 100 m

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Friday 3 July

18°C

13°C

65 %

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