Blackhope Scar
Blackhope Scar has an elevation of 651 m (2,135 ft). It is the highest point in the county of Midlothian. The hill is situated in the Moorfoot Hills, a range of hills located to the south of Edinburgh. The government has designated this section as a Special Area of Conservation.
A popular route to the summit can be found from the nearby Gladhouse Reservoir. A trig point is situated at the top of the hill next to a fence.
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| landscapeHeight | language Country | trip_originRegion |
|---|---|---|
| 651 m (2,135 ft) | Scotland | Midlothian |
| gps_fixedLat/Lng | placeGrid Ref | mapOS Map |
| 55.72359848,-3.09169754 | NT 3152 4833 | 337: Peebles & Innerleithen |