Peatrig Hill

Peatrig Hill is a mountain summit in the Scottish Borders that rises roughly 450 meters above the surrounding landscape. The peak sits as part of the Moorfoot Hills range, which rolls across southeastern Scotland with open moorland covering the slopes.

The hill was recorded in early regional maps as a geographical reference point and has remained a recognizable landmark in the Scottish Borders landscape. Local names and routes have referenced it for generations as a natural border marker in the area.

Local residents and outdoor groups gather on Peatrig Hill throughout the year for traditional hill walking and natural landscape appreciation events.

The climb requires sturdy footwear and weather protection as conditions change quickly at elevation, with wind and cloud common on the exposed moorland. Navigation tools are useful since the terrain offers few fixed landmarks to guide you.

On clear days, the lights of Edinburgh glow on the horizon from the summit, creating an unexpected connection between the city and the wild moorland you stand on. This view reveals how close urban life sits to this remote landscape.

Location: Scottish Borders

Elevation above the sea: 454 m

GPS coordinates: 55.72948,-3.01772

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:03