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

Last updated: October 21, 2025

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1. Bishop's Allotment – Chapel House Wood loop from Backbarrow

23.9km

02:06

540m

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

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2. Public Bridleway – Downhill Track North loop from Haverthwaite

30.9km

02:33

600m

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

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3. Windermere Ferry Crossing – Stone Bridge Over Force Beck loop from Backbarrow

42.2km

03:26

840m

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

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4. Scar House Lane – Hawkshead Village Centre loop from Low Wood

44.8km

03:00

620m

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

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5. The Cuckoo Brow Inn – Wray Castle Entrance loop from Finsthwaite

49.3km

03:06

580m

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

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The best MTB trails around Bigland Woods

1. Bishop's Allotment – Chapel House Wood loop from Backbarrow

2. Public Bridleway – Downhill Track North loop from Haverthwaite

3. Windermere Ferry Crossing – Stone Bridge Over Force Beck loop from Backbarrow

4. Scar House Lane – Hawkshead Village Centre loop from Low Wood

5. The Cuckoo Brow Inn – Wray Castle Entrance loop from Finsthwaite

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