Mountain Biking in Scotland

Scotland was made for mountain biking - just look at the landscape! Our mountain bike trails will take you into some of the most awesome scenery imaginable through hills, glens and forests. We’ve also got brilliant beginner-friendly bike parks and pump tracks, amazing mountain biking events, biker-friendly accommodation and a network of guides, shops and cafés for that all important cake stop.

Professional mountain biker Ruaridh Cunningham at 7stanes, Innerleithen

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Mountain biking centres

Scotland has over 25 mountain biking centres, including the world-class trails of 7stanes Glentress in the Scottish Borders and Nevis Range, near Fort William.

Mountain biking at Glenlivet Mountain Bike Trail Centre

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Top mountain biking centres

Green and blue-graded tracks are perfect for beginners, whilst more confident riders will love the red, black and orange-graded trails. Just remember to stop occasionally to admire the amazing views.

A family of mountain bike enthusiasts enjoy a day at Glentress Forest.

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7Stanes Mountain Bike Centres

The 7stanes are world-class mountain bike centres that span the south of Scotland. From beginner to expert, there are graded trails for all levels at these popular centres and some have on-site facilities including, toilets, café, bike hire and retail and bike wash.

See all 7stanes centres

What's new at Glentress

Plans to make Glentress a world-class experience have taken a big step forward - be one of the first riders to try it out!

New taster trails at Glentress

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Glentress now has a new network of trails. Choose from green, blue, red and black network trails which link into the existing network and offer new descents. There are also green, blue, red and black taster trails – short stand-alone loops, and a shared climb leading onto descents. A public vote named the trails: Apple Peel, Turn and Burn, Smells Like Tweed Spirit and Castle Black.

A new multi-user path is also now open, providing almost 4 km of accessible trails for walkers, cyclists and those with limited mobility to enjoy. A remaining section will be completed in December.

Find out more about the development of Glentress

More places to go mountain biking in Scotland

Check out this information by region for top ideas on trails, centres and more.

Aberdeenshire

Enjoy the best riding locations in Aberdeenshire.

Loch Lomond, the Trossachs & Glasgow

Gear yourself up for a mountain biking adventure in Loch Lomond, the Trossachs and Glasgow.

Cairngorms National Park

Find a wealth of mountain biking trails in Cairngorms National Park.

Tweed Valley Forest Park

Enjoy the sheer number of dedicated mountain bike trails in Tweed Valley Forest Park.

Fort William

Enjoy mountain biking in Fort William - the Outdoor Capital of the UK.

Dumfries & Galloway

Dumfries & Galloway has trails for all abilities with some of the most iconic features of any trails across Scotland.

Perthshire

Enjoy a variety of riding for all different levels and abilities in Perthshire.

Why go mountain biking in Scotland?

See what makes the Tweed Valley and Scotland one of the best destinations on the planet for mountain biking, then plan a break to experience these amazing places for yourself. 

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Aneela McKenna

Follow mountain bike guide and coach, Aneela McKenna, as she shares her feelings about mountain biking and the wonders of biking in the Tweed Valley.

Plan a mountain biking holiday

It’s easy to add mountain biking to any Scottish holiday plans. There are loads of places to explore, bring your own bike or hire one when you get here, and book lessons or a guided trip.

Find cyclist-friendly accommodation in Scotland

Find your perfect stay during your next cycling adventure.

Hire a bike in Scotland

Choose from a great selection of businesses for bike hire.

Search Routes, Guides, Tours and Holidays

Find details of companies that offer mountain biking experiences in Scotland.

Scottish Cross Country (SXC) Mountain Bike Series at Lochore Meadows

Mountain Biking Events

Scotland hosts world-class mountain bike events throughout the year. Whether you’re spectating or participating, there’s a load of other biking events to enjoy too. Don’t miss the:   

Other Types of Biking in Scotland

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Bikepacking Scotland

Bikepacking reflects the advances in lightweight packs and gear and allows you to explore new places with few limits.

Helpful information for mountain biking

Scottish Outdoor Access Code

You can explore most of Scotland's outdoor land as long as you behave responsibly. This is known as access rights and is unique to Scotland.

A Guide to Outdoor Safety in Scotland

Although our scenery is stunning, Scotland's outdoors can be wild and rural. It's important to be prepared with the correct clothing and equipment.

Do the Ride Thing

Responsible riders Do The Ride Thing, by respecting other trail users, taking care of our amazing landscape and learning what to do in an emergency.

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Search a wide range of accommodation, events, food & drink options and things to do from indoor and outdoor attractions to activities, tours and more.

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