The best MTB trails around Islay

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Mountain biking around Islay 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 Islay, here are the best rides!

Machir Bay loop from Port Charlotte	Intermediate 02:22 39.0km
Lilly Loch – Ballygrant Loch loop from Ballygrant	Easy 01:39 21.2km
Port Charlotte Lighthouse loop from Port Charlotte	Intermediate 01:40 28.3km
Secluded Beach loop from Ballygrant	Intermediate 03:13 46.2km
Loch Tallant – Church Plantation loop from Bowmore	Intermediate 02:40 38.6km

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Machir Bay loop from Port Charlotte
02:22
39.0km
16.5km/h
370m
370m
Intermediate
5.0
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Intermediate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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Lilly Loch – Ballygrant Loch loop from Ballygrant
01:39
21.2km
12.8km/h
230m
230m
Easy
4.0
(1)
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Port Charlotte Lighthouse loop from Port Charlotte
01:40
28.3km
17.0km/h
310m
310m
Intermediate
4
Intermediate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Secluded Beach loop from Ballygrant
03:13
46.2km
14.4km/h
560m
560m
Intermediate
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Intermediate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.