Mountain biking around Thornton Rust 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 Thornton Rust, here are the best rides!

Last updated: November 7, 2025

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1. High Harker Hill Trail – Apedale Road loop from Carperby

35.2km

03:29

820m

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

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2. Scar House Descent – Scar House Reservoir Dam loop from West Burton

41.7km

03:52

1,030m

Expert mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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3. Sweet William Shooting Hut – Bolton Castle loop from Aysgarth

18.0km

01:45

420m

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

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4. Starbotton Valley – Starbotton Road loop from West Burton

37.7km

03:23

870m

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

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5. Thornton Scar – Worton Scar loop from Aysgarth

28.4km

02:25

510m

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

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The best MTB trails around Thornton Rust

1. High Harker Hill Trail – Apedale Road loop from Carperby

2. Scar House Descent – Scar House Reservoir Dam loop from West Burton

3. Sweet William Shooting Hut – Bolton Castle loop from Aysgarth

4. Starbotton Valley – Starbotton Road loop from West Burton

5. Thornton Scar – Worton Scar loop from Aysgarth

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