Southern Upland Way — Sections 9–10: Traquair to Lauder
~2 days · 27.6 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Southern Upland Way — Sections 9–10: Traquair to Lauder is known for
Sections 9–10 of Southern Upland Way is an official 45 km point-to-point section from Traquair trail node (OSM node 2381004125) to Lauder trail node (OSM node 369583606).
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 906 ft to 5,597 ft over 27.6 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 11.8 mi · 43%
- Downhill 11.4 mi · 42%
- Flat 4.3 mi · 16%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Southern Upland Way — Sections 9–10: Traquair to Lauder?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Southern Upland Way — Sections 9–10: Traquair to Lauder scores 15/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Southern Upland Way — Sections 9–10: Traquair to Lauder take?
Most backpackers hike the Southern Upland Way — Sections 9–10: Traquair to Lauder in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 27.6 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Southern Upland Way — Sections 9–10: Traquair to Lauder?
The Southern Upland Way — Sections 9–10: Traquair to Lauder climbs roughly 3,668 ft total — about 133 ft per mile, topping out near 1,706 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 — source relation. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.