Dalby Forest Mountain Biking
Mountain biking in Dalby forest is has a fantastic setup and is great for all levels of experience; from beginners to seasoned pros and even plays host to a stage of the MTB World Cup. Located in the North York Moors national park Dalby forest covers 8000 acres, with 6 cycling trails, bike hire and plenty of other facilities and activities for a great day out.
The cycling trails range from green to black making mountain biking in Dalby forest suitable for everyone.
- Adderstone – grade green – setup for family rides, a longer gentle ride, 8 miles
- Ellerburn – grade easy access, learn to ride route, 1.7 miles
- Jerry Noddle – grade blue – a fast route through the woods, 7 miles
- Jubilee Blue – grade blue – featuring off road sections, 6 miles
- Newclose Rigg – grade red – rock features with drop offs and large boulders, 6 miles
- Red route – grade red – a long fast track with technical areas, steep descents and tough climbs, 21 miles!
- Riggs and Dale – grade red – single tracked technical course,8.5 miles long
- World Cup MTB – grade black – a short but intense route, 4 miles long with steep climbs and challenging descents.
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Location
Dalby Visitor Centre, Low Dalby, Thornton-Le-Dale, Pickering
Parking
March – Oct £10 before 4pm, £5 after
Nov-Feb £5 all day
Opening Times
Everyday except Christmas, Boxing Day & New Years Day
Car Park 8am – 8pm
Cycle Hire
A fleet of 90 bikes can be booked at Dalby Forest Cycle Hub from £35 for a full day. It’s worth checking out their e-mtb range if you haven’t tried the electric bikes yet as they are great fun and add a new dimension to the rid. Options include full suspension.
Facilities
Cafe
Shop
Cycle Hire
Cycle Wash
Parking
Picnic Area
Toilets
More details
https://www.forestryengland.uk/dalby-forest/cycling-and-mountain-biking-trails