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The best MTB trails around City Of Durham

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Mountain biking around City Of Durham 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 City Of Durham, here are the best rides!

Last updated: December 16, 2025

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1. Cycle Path to Lanchester – Animal Carvings in Tree Stump loop from Durham

56.7km

03:20

440m

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

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2. Cycle Path to Lanchester – Hownsgill Viaduct loop from Durham

42.6km

02:38

360m

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

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3. Cycle Path to Lanchester – View of the Bridge loop from Durham

43.8km

02:42

370m

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

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4. River Deerness – Deerness Valley Way loop from Durham

34.9km

02:18

420m

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

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5. Cycle Path to Lanchester – Deerness Valley Way loop from Durham

82.2km

05:23

1,000m

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

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The best MTB trails around City Of Durham

1. Cycle Path to Lanchester – Animal Carvings in Tree Stump loop from Durham

2. Cycle Path to Lanchester – Hownsgill Viaduct loop from Durham

3. Cycle Path to Lanchester – View of the Bridge loop from Durham

4. River Deerness – Deerness Valley Way loop from Durham

5. Cycle Path to Lanchester – Deerness Valley Way loop from Durham

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