Mountain biking around Ballater And Crathie is a great to experience more of the landscape. But it’s often tough to know where to start. To help you find the best mtb routes around Ballater And Crathie, here are the best rides!

Last updated: October 4, 2025

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1. From Ballater to Heartbreak Ridge and Tullich Descent – Cairngorms National Park

25.7km

02:55

750m

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2. From Ballater to Pannanich Hill and Heartbreak ridge loop – Cairngorms National Park

18.0km

01:59

440m

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3. From Ballater to Loch Muick and Balmoral Forest loop – Cairngorms National Park

32.3km

02:47

410m

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

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4. From Ballater to Tullich Hill and Pannanich Hill loop – Cairngorms National Park

56.2km

05:47

1,380m

Expert mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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5. From the Spittal of Glen Muick to Loch Muick and Glas-Allt-Shiel bothy loop – Cairngorms National Park

16.2km

01:41

360m

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

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The best MTB trails around Ballater And Crathie

1. From Ballater to Heartbreak Ridge and Tullich Descent – Cairngorms National Park

2. From Ballater to Pannanich Hill and Heartbreak ridge loop – Cairngorms National Park

3. From Ballater to Loch Muick and Balmoral Forest loop – Cairngorms National Park

4. From Ballater to Tullich Hill and Pannanich Hill loop – Cairngorms National Park

5. From the Spittal of Glen Muick to Loch Muick and Glas-Allt-Shiel bothy loop – Cairngorms National Park

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