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The best MTB trails around Rochester

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

Last updated: December 6, 2025

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1. Usway Burn Trail & Windy Gyle loop from Harbottle — Northumberland National Park

44.8km

04:21

970m

980m

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

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2. Windy Gyle & Harbottle loop from Byrness — Northumberland National Park

67.7km

05:47

1,310m

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

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3. Rose & Thistle Inn – Usway Burn Trail loop from Thropton

26.2km

02:26

520m

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

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4. Kielder Viaduct – The Bike Shop Kielder loop from Byrness

60.1km

05:29

990m

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

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5. View of the Cheviot Hills – Rose & Thistle Inn loop from Thropton

38.7km

03:44

940m

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

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The best MTB trails around Rochester

1. Usway Burn Trail & Windy Gyle loop from Harbottle — Northumberland National Park

2. Windy Gyle & Harbottle loop from Byrness — Northumberland National Park

3. Rose & Thistle Inn – Usway Burn Trail loop from Thropton

4. Kielder Viaduct – The Bike Shop Kielder loop from Byrness

5. View of the Cheviot Hills – Rose & Thistle Inn loop from Thropton

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