Hirendean Castle Ruins – Blackhope Scar loop from Gladhouse Reservoir
Hirendean Castle Ruins – Blackhope Scar loop from Gladhouse Reservoir
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Hirendean Castle Ruins – Blackhope Scar loop from Gladhouse Reservoir
05:13
17.4km
520m
Hiking
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: August 19, 2026
Waypoints
Start point
Parking
2.19 km
Hirendean Castle Ruins
Highlight • Viewpoint
Situated on the flattened top of a raised mound beside the Hirenden Burn, it is …
Tip by
6.13 km
Blackhope Scar
Highlight • Viewpoint
Tip by
17.4 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
11.9 km
2.18 km
1.76 km
1.62 km
Surfaces
10.2 km
3.35 km
2.28 km
1.62 km
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Highest point (640 m)
Lowest point (270 m)
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