Looking for the best mountain biking routes around Blelham Tarn? Then browse our collection of mtb rides around this beautiful lake around South Lakeland below — and discover more of on your next visit.

Last updated: October 20, 2025

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1. Scar House Lane – Grizedale Cycle Trail loop from Waterhead

37.2km

03:16

710m

Expert 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. Wray Castle Entrance – View of Lake Windermere loop from Waterhead

12.6km

00:59

110m

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Keen Ground Wood Climb – Grizedale Stone Fox Sculpture loop from Waterhead

21.2km

02:05

550m

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

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4. Wray Castle Entrance – Scar House Lane loop from Waterhead

8.28km

00:35

100m

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Woodburn Bridge – Elterwater Lake loop from Waterhead

20.2km

01:16

200m

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best MTB trails around Blelham Tarn

1. Scar House Lane – Grizedale Cycle Trail loop from Waterhead

2. Wray Castle Entrance – View of Lake Windermere loop from Waterhead

3. Keen Ground Wood Climb – Grizedale Stone Fox Sculpture loop from Waterhead

4. Wray Castle Entrance – Scar House Lane loop from Waterhead

5. Woodburn Bridge – Elterwater Lake loop from Waterhead

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