Mountain biking around Denton 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 …

Last updated: September 11, 2025

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1. Denton Moor – Red Gate Trail loop from Ilkley

23.7km

01:56

410m

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

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2. Barden Moor Track – Barden Moor Descent loop from Ben Rhydding

50.0km

03:42

770m

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

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3. Keighley Gate Climb – Bingley Five Rise Locks loop from Ilkley

37.0km

02:48

630m

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

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4. High Moor Woods Trail – Keighley Gate Climb loop from Ilkley

39.0km

03:00

770m

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

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5. Ilkley Commute Cycle Café – Craven Arms Pub loop from Ilkley

40.8km

02:35

480m

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

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The best MTB trails around Denton

1. Denton Moor – Red Gate Trail loop from Ilkley

2. Barden Moor Track – Barden Moor Descent loop from Ben Rhydding

3. Keighley Gate Climb – Bingley Five Rise Locks loop from Ilkley

4. High Moor Woods Trail – Keighley Gate Climb loop from Ilkley

5. Ilkley Commute Cycle Café – Craven Arms Pub loop from Ilkley

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