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The best MTB trails around Desert

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

Last updated: December 11, 2025

1. Newry, Carnavaddy and Annaloughan Mountain loop – Ring of Gullion

65.9km

05:37

1,280m

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

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2. Mourne Hills loop from Hilltown

48.5km

03:46

960m

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

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3. Red Trail Section, Mourne AONB – Kilbroney Caravan Park loop from Hilltown

41.7km

03:30

770m

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

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4. Carlingford Castle loop from Newry

44.0km

02:53

180m

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

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5. Fairy Glen, Rostrevor – Kilbroney Caravan Park loop from Newry

59.4km

03:28

540m

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

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The best MTB trails around Desert

1. Newry, Carnavaddy and Annaloughan Mountain loop – Ring of Gullion

2. Mourne Hills loop from Hilltown

3. Red Trail Section, Mourne AONB – Kilbroney Caravan Park loop from Hilltown

4. Carlingford Castle loop from Newry

5. Fairy Glen, Rostrevor – Kilbroney Caravan Park loop from Newry

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