Mountain biking around Kielder 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 21, 2025

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1. Kielder Water Lakeside Way — Kielder Forest

42.1km

03:29

400m

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

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2. Kielder Deadwater MTB Trail — Kielder Forest

11.4km

01:28

420m

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

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3. Kielder Forest Drive & Bellingham loop — Kielder Forest Park

68.4km

05:41

980m

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4. Deadwater Mountain Bike Trails – Kielder Viaduct loop from Kielder

28.9km

02:28

460m

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

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5. Deadwater Mountain Bike Trails – Kielder Water Lakeside Trail loop from Kielder

44.3km

04:17

1,000m

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

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The best MTB trails around Kielder

1. Kielder Water Lakeside Way — Kielder Forest

2. Kielder Deadwater MTB Trail — Kielder Forest

3. Kielder Forest Drive & Bellingham loop — Kielder Forest Park

4. Deadwater Mountain Bike Trails – Kielder Viaduct loop from Kielder

5. Deadwater Mountain Bike Trails – Kielder Water Lakeside Trail loop from Kielder

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