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The best MTB trails around Gelligaer

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Mountain biking around Gelligaer is a great to experience more of the landscape. But it’s often tough to know where to start. To help you find the best mtb routes around Gelligaer, here are the best rides!

Last updated: October 24, 2025

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1. Oak Tree loop from Pengam

32.2km

02:09

420m

Intermediate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Monmouthshire Canal Lock – View from Ridgeway loop from Pengam

56.3km

03:35

690m

Intermediate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Evan and James James Memorial – Parc Penallta Signpost loop from Abercynon

35.3km

02:07

370m

360m

Intermediate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. The Gap Pass – View of Talybont Reservoir loop from Gilfach Fargoed

88.9km

07:06

1,340m

Expert mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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5. Parc Penallta Signpost – Oak Tree loop from Treharris

29.6km

02:01

370m

Intermediate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best MTB trails around Gelligaer

1. Oak Tree loop from Pengam

2. Monmouthshire Canal Lock – View from Ridgeway loop from Pengam

3. Evan and James James Memorial – Parc Penallta Signpost loop from Abercynon

4. The Gap Pass – View of Talybont Reservoir loop from Gilfach Fargoed

5. Parc Penallta Signpost – Oak Tree loop from Treharris

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