Ettrick Pen from Potburn
A 692 m Graham in Moffat Hills & the Borders, climbed from Potburn.
- Distance
- 7.7 km
- Ascent
- 360 m
- Time
- 2.5–3 h
- Grade
- Moderate
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 692 m
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About this walk
Ettrick Pen from Potburn is a moderate 7.7 km out-and-back walk with 360 m of ascent, taking 2.5 to 3 hours. It starts at Potburn (grid reference NT 190 093). It climbs Ettrick Pen (692 m), a Graham.
At 692 m (2,270 ft), Ettrick Pen is one of the Grahams of Moffat Hills & the Borders.
This route starts from Potburn and follows paths and tracks for most of the way, with rougher ground near the top.
Route
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1
The approach
From Potburn, follow the path and tracks towards Ettrick Pen.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Ettrick Pen.
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3
Return
Come back down the way you came.
Summit
692 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Ettrick Pen from Potburn take?
- Most walkers take 2.5–3 hours for the 7.7 km route, which has 360 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Potburn (grid reference NT 190 093). Park considerately off the road; don't block gates, passing places or farm tracks.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Not easily: there's no regular bus or train to the start, so you'll need a car, a lift or a long walk in.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded moderate. Paths and tracks for most of the way, then rough hill ground near the summit.
- Which hill does it climb?
- Ettrick Pen (692 m, Graham, Donald).
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: Sheep graze the lower slopes: keep dogs on a lead, especially during lambing (April and May).
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