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Last updated: October 6, 2025

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1. View of Helks Wood Valley loop from Lofthouse

38.6km

03:09

820m

Intermediate 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

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

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3. Dallowgill Ford – Royal Oak Pub loop from Pateley Bridge

50.1km

03:36

840m

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

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4. Smeltbakes Dessert Café – Dallowgill Ford loop from Pateley Bridge

42.5km

02:57

710m

700m

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

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5. Royal Oak Pub loop from Pateley Bridge

22.9km

01:31

260m

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

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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. Dallowgill Ford – Royal Oak Pub loop from Pateley Bridge

4. Smeltbakes Dessert Café – Dallowgill Ford loop from Pateley Bridge

5. Royal Oak Pub loop from Pateley Bridge

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