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: December 4, 2025

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1. View of Little Langdale Tarn – View of the Langdales loop from Grasmere

32.6km

02:43

730m

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

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2. Grizedale Forest gravel tracks – Grizedale Tarn loop from Ambleside

59.6km

04:52

990m

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

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3. Park Fell Descent – Rydal Water loop from Grasmere

43.0km

03:19

790m

Moderate 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

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

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5. Rydal Water – Coffin Route loop from Grasmere

10.4km

00:53

190m

Moderate 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 – View of the Langdales 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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