In need of inspiration to keep you riding through the winter? Looking for a new location to tick off? We’ve been out scouring the country…
Best Scottish Mountain Bike Routes
It’s not all rain and midges you know…
Scotland is literally littered with big mountain riding; being one of the few places in the UK where you can get descents which last longer than a couple of minutes. It arguably offers the best natural riding in the UK, full stop.
Head up to the Highlands in the summer for the best of big mountain feels and a truly out there experience. Just be mindful for the climb and the ever changing weather.
Almost certainly one of the key reasons as to why Scotland has such a fantastic mountain biking community. The right to roam allows you to go and ride anywhere you want.
So we’ve compiled a list of some of the best trails, from long distance mountain bike routes in Scotland, to short taster rides suitable for beginners. There’s everything in between too, road trips, classics like Ben Lomond, and off-piste trails around Glentress and Innerleithen. Dive in…
Into thin air: riding high peaks at Arrochar, Scotland
We share this story, written by Pete Scullion, in memory of Rab Wardell, who passed away in August 2022 and will be sorely missed. All…
Why the Scottish islands still offer the perfect mountain biking getaway
Ignore the overheated headlines proclaiming tourist overload, the Scottish islands still offer the perfect mountain biking getaway.
The Tweed Valley is proof that we’ve never had it so good
When it comes to bikes and trails, we've never had it so good and nowhere represents this utopia better than the trails of the Tweed…
Ben Damph and Torridon, Scotland route
Ben Damph's 24km doesn’t sound much, but this is a tough route, with a big climb and a big descent. The days are really short…
Applecross, Scotland route
Andy McKenna of Go-Where reaches parts of Scotland other guides can’t reach. We asked him for his favourite ride and he came up with this…
North Harris, Scotland route
This one’s ‘out there’ even by Scottish standards, with this North Harris route making up some of the most westerly ground in Britain.
Torridon Singletrack Adventure, Scotland route
MBR gets smitten by the trails of north-west Scotland
Achnashellach, Torridon route
Download the Torridon route and enjoy arguably the best section of descent in the UK. You might even find yourself laughing at the ridiculous grip…
West Highland Way and Fort William route
The riding is enthralling on this Fort William route — mainly rocky with plenty of technical interest — and the views are about as good…
Stob Ban route
MBR's series on Britain's Best Singletrack hits Stob Bàn in the Highlands. Download the GPS route here
Kinlochleven route
This Kinlochleven route has the essence of a wild, natural trail. Contains the technical, challenging and scenic Highlands descent that is the Ciaran Path.
Bealach na Lice to Annat, Torridon route
The Annat route contains the best bit of singletrack I’ve ever ridden, surrounded by scenery that’s nothing short of mind-blowing!
Edinburgh route
Download the GPS route for Edinburgh route from our City Limits feature in the July 2012 issue.
Arran route
Want a great route on the Isle of Arran? Check out our GPS file here.
West Highland Way and Dumgoyne route
West Highland Way and Dumgoyne route - big mountain riding is just a dry stone's throw from the city centre of Glasgow.
Glentress and Innerleithen route
A great natural ride near the trail centres of Glentress and Innerleithen — download it here
Lairig Ghru, Cairngorms route: severe hike-a-bike epic
Below the pass at Lairig Ghru is a great piece of singletrack that's accessible to riders of all abilities.
North Third, Stirlingshire route
North Third might seem to suffer in the shadow of the Trossachs and Arrochar Alps, but it’s a sublime offering even so.
Ballater route
Of all the top biking areas in Scotland – and there are a few – Ballater and its surroundings are the hidden gems.