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Last updated: November 20, 2025

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1. View of Helks Wood Valley loop from Lofthouse

38.6km

03:09

820m

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

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2. Leighton Reservoir – View of Helks Wood Valley loop from Lofthouse

41.0km

03:10

790m

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

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3. Royal Oak Pub – Smeltbakes Dessert Café loop from Pateley Bridge

42.5km

03:01

710m

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

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4. Royal Oak Pub loop from Pateley Bridge

22.9km

01:31

260m

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

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5. View of Helks Wood Valley – Dallowgill Ford loop from Pateley Bridge

35.4km

02:27

580m

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

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The best MTB trails around Gouthwaite Reservoir

1. View of Helks Wood Valley loop from Lofthouse

2. Leighton Reservoir – View of Helks Wood Valley loop from Lofthouse

3. Royal Oak Pub – Smeltbakes Dessert Café loop from Pateley Bridge

4. Royal Oak Pub loop from Pateley Bridge

5. View of Helks Wood Valley – Dallowgill Ford loop from Pateley Bridge

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