Looking for the best mountain biking routes around Derwent Reservoir? Then browse our collection of mtb rides around this beautiful lake in County Durham below — and discover more of on your next visit.

Last updated: October 1, 2025

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1. Pow Hill Country Park – Derwent Reservoir loop from Edmundbyers

19.3km

01:12

160m

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

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2. Bolt's Law Summit loop from Edmundbyers

28.0km

02:11

410m

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

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3. Derwent Reservoir – Blanchland Moor loop from Blanchland

27.5km

01:55

260m

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

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4. Blanchland Moor – Bolt's Law Summit loop from Edmundbyers

39.7km

03:20

730m

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

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5. Boltslaw Incline and Ruins – Bolt's Law Summit loop from Edmundbyers

26.5km

02:12

350m

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

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The best MTB trails around Derwent Reservoir

1. Pow Hill Country Park – Derwent Reservoir loop from Edmundbyers

2. Bolt's Law Summit loop from Edmundbyers

3. Derwent Reservoir – Blanchland Moor loop from Blanchland

4. Blanchland Moor – Bolt's Law Summit loop from Edmundbyers

5. Boltslaw Incline and Ruins – Bolt's Law Summit loop from Edmundbyers

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