Bonaly Country Park, Edinburgh: Photos, Reviews & Location

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#8 of 103 Tourist attractions in Edinburgh #3 of 57 Parks in Edinburgh

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.79

7.6 km from the center of Edinburgh

Rating breakdown

5 ★82%
4 ★15%
3 ★2%
2 ★1%
1 ★0%

Edinburgh EH13 0PB, United Kingdom

+44 131 529 2401

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Quick facts

What is the rating of Bonaly Country Park?: Bonaly Country Park is rated 4.8 out of 5 based on 321 reviews.
How does Bonaly Country Park rank in Edinburgh?: Bonaly Country Park is #8 of 103 Tourist attractions in Edinburgh by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is Bonaly Country Park located?: Edinburgh EH13 0PB, United Kingdom — 7.6 km from the center of Edinburgh.
How can I contact Bonaly Country Park?: Phone: +44 131 529 2401

Reviews (8)

Craig 2023 Jul 20

Love this park. Lots of great walking trails and things to see. Views of city are spectacular at certain points. Love the remote coffee shop during the walk its perfect and not overly priced like others. Would highly recommend.

Tim Breden 2023 Jul 18

A great place to go for a run.
Looks like a nice place to camp if possible - there are campsites.

Moira Buchanan 2022 Nov 03

Outstanding views and great walking/hiking trails. Also suitable for taking the dogs for a walk.
Note: livestock are in certain areas so keep an eye out for the signage stating farmland animals grazing. Worth keeping your dog on lead at times.

Robert Martin 2022 Oct 27

A very pleasant and pretty much easy walk if you stay on main paths. If more adventous you can literally take to the hills. The views of Edinburgh, the forth and beyond are amazing. Areas include open countryside, woodland and walks along a couple of reservoirs.Fishing by permit is also available. Walkers, cyclists and dog walkers of all age groups were out and about when we were there. The is a cafe but open summer only. Car parking is free but donations are welcome to help maintain this beautiful countryside. There is even alpacas if you fancy seeing them up close, or even take them for a walk. All of this within easy reach of Edinburgh and surrounding areas. There is a bus stop opposite bonaly store if you want to travel by bus from city centre. LRT number 10. Destination Bonaly.
Definitely worth a visit

Explore With Son & Me 2022 Sep 12

Did the circular Torduff Reservoir walk, which takes around 45 minutes. We did it with our 10 month old in his all terrain pram, their were parts that were tricky but with the prams big mountain bike wheels we were ok - if you don’t have this type of pram and aren’t strong enough to lift the pram in areas then don’t attempt. If you can though it’s beautiful, with amazing views over Edinburgh. Very peaceful well kept walk. The parking is free although a very small car park so I’d imagine on weekends it could be full very easily.

Saverio Divittorio 2022 Jul 13

Amazing relaxing walk trough the nature few miles far from Edinburgh. Easy to reach by car. Car park available with lot of spaces. Fantastic landscapes. The place is clean and very well maintained. Three wonderful reservoirs surrendered by wild woods. Ideal for a walk with children and dogs. No more than 1 hour to visit the whole park. Very nice experience. I recommend a visit here to enjoy the peace of the nature.

Leslie Mitchell 2022 Mar 25

First time visit ,Well laid out map of walks in the area with a good car park , I set off for Bonally Reservoir . A steady gradient it took me 50 mins but I am getting on in years easily done in 30 mins if fit . The reservoir is a high point for viewing Edinburgh and Fife and the Forth Bridges well worth the effort for the view alone There are one or two wild campers at the reservoir and it is well known for free fishing with perch pike and trout.

Loïc Montreuil 2021 Feb 04

Bonaly Country Park is a great option for a nice walk close to Edinburgh. It is also a great spot when it is snowy. It's an easy walk and very enjoyable. You can enjoy a bit of forest, hills with great views, the reservoir is also a great spot to enjoy the sunset. Be also aware that it can be crowed at times.