Looking for the best mountain biking routes around Smiddy Shaw Reservoir? Then browse our collection of mtb rides around this beautiful lake in County Durham below — and discover more …

Last updated: September 19, 2025

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1. Start of Derwent Walk – Old Railway Station and Bridge loop from Edmundbyers

88.4km

05:17

710m

Expert mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Hamsterley Forest Cafe – The Gruffalo Sculpture loop from Edmundbyers

66.6km

05:32

1,360m

Expert mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

42.9km

03:10

510m

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

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4. 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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5. Pow Hill Country Park – Derwent Reservoir loop from Mosswood

22.5km

01:26

230m

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

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The best MTB trails around Smiddy Shaw Reservoir

1. Start of Derwent Walk – Old Railway Station and Bridge loop from Edmundbyers

2. Hamsterley Forest Cafe – The Gruffalo Sculpture loop from Edmundbyers

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

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

5. Pow Hill Country Park – Derwent Reservoir loop from Mosswood

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