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Redford Bridge – Harlaw Reservoir loop from Red Moss of Balerno Wildlife Reserve

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Redford Bridge – Harlaw Reservoir loop from Red Moss of Balerno Wildlife Reserve

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Redford Bridge – Harlaw Reservoir loop from Red Moss of Balerno Wildlife Reserve

02:44

10.0km

150m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 16, 2026

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Pentland Hills Regional Park

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Start point

Parking

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646 m

Redford Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Redford Bridge crosses between Bravelaw Marsh to the west and Threipmuir Reservoir to the east. It's a useful access point to the Pentland Hills from the north.

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1.92 km

Bavelaw Castle Gate

Highlight • Trail

The gate at the top of the hill where the trail really begins/ends for most on a walk around this part of the Pentlands, although the pull up to Bavelaw Castle is an exercise for some.

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3.04 km

Harlaw Reservoir was constructed between 1843 and 1848, at the same time as the larger Threipmuir Reservoir upstream. It's a simple gravity earth dam construction that adds to the volume of water available for Edinburgh.

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7.57 km

Harlaw Reservoir

Highlight • Viewpoint

Harlaw Reservoir is a popular spot for outdoor activities including walking, fishing, and wildlife watching. One of the highlights is a small embankment on the far side of the reservoir which offers stunning views of Threipmuir Reservoir. On weekends visitors you can get your hands on some homemade crepes from a local van parked near the Harlaw House Visitor Centre.

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8.76 km

Spillway

Lake

10.0 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.15 km

3.30 km

1.55 km

Surfaces

3.89 km

2.52 km

1.72 km

1.16 km

663 m

Elevation

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Highest point (370 m)

Lowest point (250 m)

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Sunday 10 May

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Redford Bridge – Harlaw Reservoir loop from Red Moss of Balerno Wildlife Reserve

Redford Bridge

Bavelaw Castle Gate

The Moor, Pentland Hills

Black Hill Path

Treservoir Reservoir

Harlaw Reservoir

Harlaw Reservoir

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