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There’s no end to the MTB trails in the Lake District and that’s very fortunate because riding here is a thoroughly life-affirming, camera-battery-draining, unadulterated pleasure-giving experience. If that sounds like an exaggeration, it’s not. This fantastic national park has everything you could desire from ideal beginner trails to white-knuckle expert routes, all waiting for your tires to start rolling. 

With forest tracks and tough ascents plus jaw-dropping views and graded routes, mountain bike trails in the Lake District have plenty of variety. Why not try your pedals at the exquisitely maintained routes in Whinlatter Forest? Intermediate single track with sweeping berms can be found here as well as more challenging routes. 

From the huge heights of Sticks and Nan Bield Passes to the family-friendly bridleways of Witherslack and Grizedale, you can push yourself as much or as little as you like. Technical singletrack, breathtaking descents and unforgettable views abound. 

The Borrowdale Bash, Keswick to Birkett's Leap — The Lake District
Intermediate
02:33
29.2 km
Expert
01:37
16.8 km
Easy
01:21
16.4 km
Expert
04:30
49.5 km
Intermediate
02:13
19.5 km

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    1
    02:33
    29.2 km
    11.5 km/h
    710 m
    710 m
    Intermediate

    4.5

    (41)

    736

    Intermediate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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  2. 2
    01:37
    16.8 km
    10.3 km/h
    420 m
    420 m
    Expert

    5.0

    (14)

    956

    Expert mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the Tour may require you to push your bike.
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  4. 3
    01:21
    16.4 km
    12.2 km/h
    280 m
    280 m
    Easy

    4.2

    (28)

    632

    Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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  5. 4
    04:30
    49.5 km
    11.0 km/h
    1,080 m
    1,080 m
    Expert

    4.6

    (11)

    172

    Expert mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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  6. 5
    02:13
    19.5 km
    8.8 km/h
    780 m
    780 m
    Intermediate

    4.4

    (16)

    113

    Intermediate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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