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Hare Hill

Hill, Mountain in Midlothian

Scotland

Hare Hill

Loganlea Reservoir Where the Logan Burn enters the reservoir from the south-west. Carnethy Hill in the background.
Loganlea Reservoir Credit: Becky Williamson

Hare Hill is a prominent hill located in Midlothian, Scotland. Rising to an elevation of approximately 245 meters, it offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The hill is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts, as it provides a challenging but rewarding climb with well-marked trails and paths.

Hare Hill is covered in a variety of vegetation, including grasses, shrubs, and trees, creating a diverse and vibrant ecosystem. The hill is also home to a variety of wildlife, including birds, small mammals, and insects.

At the summit of Hare Hill, visitors can enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape, including rolling hills, forests, and farmland. On a clear day, it is possible to see as far as the Pentland Hills and even the Firth of Forth.

Overall, Hare Hill is a beautiful natural landmark in Midlothian, offering visitors the opportunity to connect with nature and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Whether it's a leisurely stroll or a more challenging hike, Hare Hill has something to offer for outdoor enthusiasts of all levels.

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Hare Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.844027/-3.3244701 or Grid Reference NT1761. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Loganlea Reservoir Where the Logan Burn enters the reservoir from the south-west. Carnethy Hill in the background.
Loganlea Reservoir
Where the Logan Burn enters the reservoir from the south-west. Carnethy Hill in the background.
Signpost at the Howe With the Logan Burn. The footpath heading northwest takes you through Greencleugh to Balerno. See <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1658054" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1658054">Link</a> for Richard Webb's photo of the same signpost in snow.
Signpost at the Howe
With the Logan Burn. The footpath heading northwest takes you through Greencleugh to Balerno. See Link for Richard Webb's photo of the same signpost in snow.
Heather on Black Hill Heather covered slopes on the southern running shoulder of Black Hill.
Heather on Black Hill
Heather covered slopes on the southern running shoulder of Black Hill.
The Howe Large farmhouse at the top end of Loganlea Reservoir.
The Howe
Large farmhouse at the top end of Loganlea Reservoir.
East and West Kip Two sharp little summits on the ridge of the Pentland Hills, seen from the far shore of the Threipmuir Reservoir.
East and West Kip
Two sharp little summits on the ridge of the Pentland Hills, seen from the far shore of the Threipmuir Reservoir.
Boats at Threipmuir Reservoir Boats on the shore of Threipmuir Reservoir below the fishing hut. The level of water in the Reservoir is very low. Easter Bavelaw Farm can be seen on the far side of the Reservoir. Hare Hill <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NT1761">NT1761</a> lies beyond the Farm, with East Kip <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NT1860">NT1860</a> and West Kip <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NT1760">NT1760</a> on the skyline.
Boats at Threipmuir Reservoir
Boats on the shore of Threipmuir Reservoir below the fishing hut. The level of water in the Reservoir is very low. Easter Bavelaw Farm can be seen on the far side of the Reservoir. Hare Hill NT1761 lies beyond the Farm, with East Kip NT1860 and West Kip NT1760 on the skyline.
The Logan Burn flows into the Loganlea Reservoir
The Logan Burn flows into the Loganlea Reservoir
The descent from East Kip Loganlea Reservoir in the distance.
The descent from East Kip
Loganlea Reservoir in the distance.
The east ridge of West Kip
The east ridge of West Kip
The summit of West Kip East Kip and Scald Law following on to the east.
The summit of West Kip
East Kip and Scald Law following on to the east.
The path from West Kip Two figures can just be seen coming up towards us from the area of Bavelaw Castle and Wester Bavelaw.
The path from West Kip
Two figures can just be seen coming up towards us from the area of Bavelaw Castle and Wester Bavelaw.
The Red Road Crossing the west flank of Hare Hill. Edinburgh and the Firth of Forth just visible in the distance.
The Red Road
Crossing the west flank of Hare Hill. Edinburgh and the Firth of Forth just visible in the distance.
The Red Road The trees of Bavelaw in the distance.
The Red Road
The trees of Bavelaw in the distance.
Bavelaw Marsh from above Redford Bridge
Bavelaw Marsh from above Redford Bridge
Path through Redford Wood
Path through Redford Wood
Shed by Threipmuir Reservoir Threipmuir Reservoir was completed in 1848 as a water supply for Edinburgh. Nowadays Threipmuir, along with the smaller Harlaw reservoir, provides essential upstream flood storage to prevent flooding of the Water of Leith, but is no longer used for water supply.
Shed by Threipmuir Reservoir
Threipmuir Reservoir was completed in 1848 as a water supply for Edinburgh. Nowadays Threipmuir, along with the smaller Harlaw reservoir, provides essential upstream flood storage to prevent flooding of the Water of Leith, but is no longer used for water supply.
Burn above The Howe, Pentland Hills Black Hill and part of Gask Hill (R) are catching the sunlight on a windy but sunny day.
Burn above The Howe, Pentland Hills
Black Hill and part of Gask Hill (R) are catching the sunlight on a windy but sunny day.
Descending to The Howe, Pentland Hills The track from Carnethy and Scald Law gives a fine view of the Logan Burn with the narrow defile of Green Cleuch bending round to the right.
Descending to The Howe, Pentland Hills
The track from Carnethy and Scald Law gives a fine view of the Logan Burn with the narrow defile of Green Cleuch bending round to the right.
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Hare Hill is located at Grid Ref: NT1761 (Lat: 55.844027, Lng: -3.3244701)

Unitary Authority: Midlothian

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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Hare Hill
Ele: 449
Natural: peak
Wikidata: Q19284945
Lat/Long: 55.8434907/-3.3232302
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