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The best MTB trails around Carlops

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

Last updated: December 9, 2025

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

27.0km

02:07

360m

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

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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 – North Esk Reservoir loop from Carlops

29.3km

02:39

480m

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

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

19.5km

01:55

420m

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

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5. The Red Road, Pentland Hills – Yellow Brick Road MTB track loop from Carlops

28.4km

02:48

620m

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

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The best MTB trails around Carlops

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

2. Stone Tunnel – Old Railway Path loop from Cornbank

3. North Esk Reservoir – North Esk Reservoir loop from Carlops

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

5. The Red Road, Pentland Hills – Yellow Brick Road MTB track loop from Carlops

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