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The best MTB trails In South Scotland

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Mountain biking In South Scotland is one of the best ways to explore more of this area of Scotland. To help you experience the best the region has to offer, …

Last updated: December 1, 2025

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1. Glentress Trail Centre loop from Peebles

25.5km

02:31

560m

550m

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

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2. The Blue Route & The Red Route loop from Newcastleton

21.5km

01:59

340m

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

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3. 7 Stanes Innerleithen trails loop

17.7km

01:47

480m

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

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4. Binning Wood loop from North Berwick

27.5km

01:57

190m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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5. Drumlanrig Castle loop from Thornhill

39.4km

03:33

900m

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

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The best MTB trails In South Scotland

1. Glentress Trail Centre loop from Peebles

2. The Blue Route & The Red Route loop from Newcastleton

3. 7 Stanes Innerleithen trails loop

4. Binning Wood loop from North Berwick

5. Drumlanrig Castle loop from Thornhill

6. Loch Doon Castle loop from Dalmellington

7. Priesthope Hill loop from Innerleithen

8. Newton Stewart to Loch Trool loop

9. Peebles to Drumelzier loop

10. Loch Trool loop from Glentrool Visitors Centre

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