Looking for the best mountain biking routes in North Pennines AONB? Then browse our collection of mtb rides around this beautiful natural park in County Durham below — and discover more of on your next visit.

Last updated: September 28, 2025

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1. Blanchard Moor & Edmundbyers Common loop — The North Pennines

28.7km

02:18

430m

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

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2. High Cup Nick, Dufton & Great Dun Fell loop from Forest in Teesdale — On the Pennine Way

57.2km

04:42

1,160m

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3. Tan Hill and Rogan's Seat loop — Yorkshire Dales

39.3km

03:48

970m

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

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4. Allendale Common & Whitley Chapel loop from Allendale Town — North Pennines

29.8km

02:22

520m

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

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5. Castle Carrock to Lambley Viaduct via Simmerson Hill

44.7km

04:14

970m

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

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The best MTB trails in North Pennines AONB

1. Blanchard Moor & Edmundbyers Common loop — The North Pennines

2. High Cup Nick, Dufton & Great Dun Fell loop from Forest in Teesdale — On the Pennine Way

3. Tan Hill and Rogan's Seat loop — Yorkshire Dales

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