The High Wood loop from Kelso

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Kelso

The High Wood loop from Kelso

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The High Wood loop from Kelso

01:41

6.32km

60m

Hiking

Easy hike. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 3, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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827 m

The High Wood

Forest

4.74 km

View of Junction Pool at the Confluence of the Rivers Teviot and Tweed

Highlight • River

A beautiful spot here at the confluence of Rivers Teviot and Tweed, out of a postcard or a photo album. You will see Kelso Bridge from here to the south …

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6.32 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.21 km

1.55 km

1.37 km

819 m

378 m

Surfaces

2.21 km

1.60 km

989 m

961 m

322 m

241 m

Elevation

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Highest point (90 m)

Lowest point (30 m)

Weather

Today

Monday 9 November

9°C

3°C

11 %

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The High Wood loop from Kelso

View of Junction Pool at the Confluence of the Rivers Teviot and Tweed

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