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

Last updated: October 12, 2025

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1. Green Cleugh Valley – Pentland Hills Access Road loop from Mauricewood

59.7km

04:53

940m

Expert mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Stone Tunnel – Old Railway Path loop from Cornbank

27.8km

01:39

250m

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. North Esk Reservoir – The Red Road, Pentland Hills loop from Carlops

19.5km

01:55

420m

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

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4. Glencorse Waterfall – Glencorse Reservoir loop from Kirkhill

15.7km

00:59

170m

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Maidens Cleugh Climb – Castlelaw Hill loop from Mauricewood

15.0km

01:23

340m

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

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The best MTB trails around Howgate

1. Green Cleugh Valley – Pentland Hills Access Road loop from Mauricewood

2. Stone Tunnel – Old Railway Path loop from Cornbank

3. North Esk Reservoir – The Red Road, Pentland Hills loop from Carlops

4. Glencorse Waterfall – Glencorse Reservoir loop from Kirkhill

5. Maidens Cleugh Climb – Castlelaw Hill loop from Mauricewood

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