Craigentinny/Meadowbank, a region in Edinburgh, offers a diverse landscape for outdoor activities, blending urban accessibility with significant natural features. The area is characterized by its immediate adjacency to Holyrood Park and Arthur's Seat, providing dramatic natural backdrops and varied terrain. To the east, the region has access to the Firth of Forth coastline, including Portobello Promenade and Beach. These features support several sports like mountain biking, jogging, touring cycling, road cycling, and more.
Craigentinny/Meadowbank provides…
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3.6
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244
riders
62.6km
02:45
570m
570m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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126
riders
38.7km
01:44
320m
320m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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23
riders
15.5km
00:50
250m
250m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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riders
13.5km
00:38
160m
160m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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86
riders
51.1km
04:30
750m
750m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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47
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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63
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59.5km
03:45
790m
790m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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15
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37.2km
02:12
260m
260m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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80
riders
41.7km
03:08
610m
610m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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31
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40.0km
02:35
360m
360m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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11.8km
00:51
190m
190m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

1
riders
14.9km
01:01
190m
190m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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4.9
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1,799
runners
27.2km
02:54
170m
170m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

42
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7.32km
00:49
90m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

58
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5.38km
00:47
240m
240m
Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
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34
runners
8.29km
00:57
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.9
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163
riders
28.5km
01:43
220m
220m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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102
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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94
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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85
riders
12.5km
00:48
140m
140m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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98
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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54
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5.23km
01:28
110m
110m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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24
hikers
Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

30
hikers
5.07km
01:40
180m
180m
Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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Craigentinny/Meadowbank offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Mountain biking, Jogging, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Hiking, Gravel biking, and Mountaineering. The region provides access to diverse landscapes, from urban parks to coastal paths and hills.
The region is adjacent to Holyrood Park and Arthur's Seat, an ancient volcano. To the east, it provides access to the Firth of Forth coastline, including Portobello Promenade and Beach. Meadowbank Park also offers green spaces with a pond.
While Craigentinny/Meadowbank does not feature purpose-built mountain biking trail centers directly, it serves as a base to access trails around Blackford Hill and the Pentland Hills Regional Park. These areas offer varied terrain for mountain biking. Explore options with the MTB Trails around Craigentinny/Meadowbank guide.
Popular jogging options include loops around Arthur's Seat and St Margaret's Loch within Holyrood Park, offering varied inclines and scenic vistas. The Portobello Beach Promenade provides a flat, paved route for a more relaxed run. Find more routes in the Running Trails around Craigentinny/Meadowbank guide.
The region is favorable for touring and road cycling, connecting to various networks like Edinburgh's QuietRoutes and National Cycle Network Route 1. Routes include loops to Wardie Bay and Cramond Island Causeway, and those incorporating Portobello Promenade. Consult the Cycling around Craigentinny/Meadowbank and Road Cycling Routes around Craigentinny/Meadowbank guides.
Yes, the region offers family-friendly options, particularly for hiking. Lochend Park is suitable for family activities, and the Portobello Promenade is ideal for leisurely cycling or walks. Explore specific routes in the Family-friendly hikes around Craigentinny/Meadowbank guide.
Craigentinny/Meadowbank is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 198,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The region features 104 routes across various sports. These routes have an average rating of 4.56 out of 5 stars.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including those for MTB Trails, Running Trails, Cycling, and Hiking. There are also guides for family-friendly and easy hikes, as well as gravel biking.
The official website for the local community is the Craigentinny / Meadowbank Community Council website. It can be found at craigentinnymeadowbankcc.wordpress.com.
For general inquiries related to the Craigentinny / Meadowbank Community Council, the secretary can be contacted via email. The email address is craigentinnymeadowbankcc@gmail.com.
Yes, the region offers easy hiking routes suitable for various abilities. These include paths within local parks and along the coast. Consult the Easy hikes around Craigentinny/Meadowbank guide for specific options.

