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Soonhope and Lee Pen

Walking Route

Soonhope and Lee Pen

Walking

This linear route is a hill walk with great rewards both in terms of views and a stunning open ridge walk culminating down the steep slopes of Lee Pen.

We recommend that you park in Innerleithen and take the bus to the start of your walk in Peebles. Although the ascents and descents are not severe there is a notably steep descent at Leithen Door.

Further information:
Paths around Innerleithen and Walkerburn
Downloads:
InnerWalkerburn.pdf Innerleithen_14.gpx
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Distance:
8.5mi / 13.5km
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Total climb:
1,902ft / 580m
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Total descent:
1,968ft / 600m
Towns along route:
Innerleithen, Peebles
Difficulty:
Challenge
Difficulty notes:
Forestry tracks, farm tracks, paths and open hill and hill tracks. Some sections may be muddy at times. Boots or strong shoes recommended.
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Image of Innerleithen

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