Looking for the best mountain biking routes around Rydal Water? Then browse our collection of mtb rides around this beautiful lake around South Lakeland below — and discover more of on your next visit.

Last updated: October 20, 2025

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1. View of Little Langdale Tarn – Iron Keld loop from Grasmere

32.6km

02:43

740m

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

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2. Grizedale Forest Gravel Tracks – Grizedale Tarn loop from Ambleside

60.1km

04:53

1,000m

Expert mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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3. Park Fell Descent – Rydal Water loop from Grasmere

42.9km

03:19

790m

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

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4. View of Loughrigg Tarn – View of Lily Tarn loop from Grasmere

15.5km

01:19

310m

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

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5. Rydal Water – Coffin Route loop from Grasmere

10.6km

00:55

190m

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

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The best MTB trails around Rydal Water

1. View of Little Langdale Tarn – Iron Keld loop from Grasmere

2. Grizedale Forest Gravel Tracks – Grizedale Tarn loop from Ambleside

3. Park Fell Descent – Rydal Water loop from Grasmere

4. View of Loughrigg Tarn – View of Lily Tarn loop from Grasmere

5. Rydal Water – Coffin Route loop from Grasmere

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