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Forthquarter Park – Silverknowes Esplanade loop from Muirhouse

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West Pilton/West Granton

Forthquarter Park – Silverknowes Esplanade loop from Muirhouse

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Forthquarter Park – Silverknowes Esplanade loop from Muirhouse

01:13

4.64km

40m

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 19, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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568 m

Forthquarter Park

Highlight • Natural

Spacious and quiet park with cycling routes, a great way to get to Gypsy Brae

Tip by

2.09 km

Drum Sands

Highlight • Beach

Beach is clearly visible

Translated by Google •

Tip by

2.80 km

Silverknowes Esplanade

Highlight • Viewpoint

Excellent spot for weekly 5k park run with brilliant scenic views! This takes place every Saturday at 09.30am with around 400-500 in attendance and a great full lap of the promenade covered.

Tip by

4.64 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.37 km

153 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.27 km

337 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Thursday 25 June

19°C

14°C

82 %

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Forthquarter Park – Silverknowes Esplanade loop from Muirhouse

Forthquarter Park

Drum Sands

Silverknowes Esplanade

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