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Hill Hike
 

Explore deeper into the forest along quiet, secluded tracks. The climbs are rewarded with superb views over the forest and beyond.

How to get there:

Hill Hike can be started from Red Squirrel Car Park in Glentress Forest which is part of Forests of the Scottish Borders. Peebles is the nearest town or village.

One and a half miles east of Peebles on the A72, Follow the signs to the Red Squirrel car park.

OS Grid Reference: NT 285402

View over the Tweed valley from the V trail in Glentress forest

Red Squirrel Car Park Facilities.
ToiletsParking ChargeInformationEasy Access
Grade of trail:
Hill-walking boots or similarDemanding
Trail waymarking:
Brown
Length of trail:
3.4 miles
Approximate time of trail:
2 hours 30 minutes
Open or closed:
open


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