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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: December 8, 2025

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1. Oak Tree – View from Ridgeway loop from Pengam

51.7km

03:17

590m

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

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2. Evan and James James Memorial – Penallta Park signpost loop from Abercynon

35.8km

02:09

370m

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

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

57.8km

03:38

690m

Moderate 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

88.5km

07:04

1,330m

Hard 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. Penallta Park signpost – Oak Tree loop from Treharris

29.6km

02:01

370m

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

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The best MTB trails around Gelligaer

1. Oak Tree – View from Ridgeway loop from Pengam

2. Evan and James James Memorial – Penallta Park signpost loop from Abercynon

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

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

5. Penallta Park signpost – Oak Tree loop from Treharris

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