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Last updated: December 9, 2025

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1. Carle Fell Road – Scar House Descent loop from Lofthouse

17.3km

01:33

450m

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

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2. Scar House Descent – View of Scar House Reservoir loop from Lofthouse

18.2km

01:27

330m

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

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3. Scar House Reservoir Dam – Scar House Descent loop from Lofthouse

7.01km

00:30

60m

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

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4. White Hill loop from Carlton

18.7km

01:51

560m

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

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5. Scar House Descent – Scar House Reservoir Dam loop from Carlton

16.4km

01:38

440m

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

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The best MTB trails around Scar House Reservoir

1. Carle Fell Road – Scar House Descent loop from Lofthouse

2. Scar House Descent – View of Scar House Reservoir loop from Lofthouse

3. Scar House Reservoir Dam – Scar House Descent loop from Lofthouse

4. White Hill loop from Carlton

5. Scar House Descent – Scar House Reservoir Dam loop from Carlton

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