Innerleithen - Elibank & Traquair
Elibank and Traquair forests meet at the Bold Burn and form the largest woodland in the Tweed Valley. Predominantly coniferous and with fine views, it is home to one of the finest downhill mountain biking venues in the world. For more information please visit the 7stanes website using the useful sites link on the right hand side.
There are also opportunities for walking along the Southern Upland Way long distance footpath which passes through Traquair village and up on to Minch Moor.
How to get there:
Innerleithen is the nearest town or village.
OS Grid Reference: NT336357
At Innerleithen, turn off the A72 and take the B709. The forest edge lies on the other side of the bridge over the River Tweed, just outside the village.
Start your visit from:
Innerleithen Car Park Other places to go in Forests of the Scottish Borders