Dalbeattie Overview

With its coastal setting and the lack of any big hills, Dalbeattie has a relaxed feel.

However the riding is far from dull - the outcrops of rock and fine views make sure of that.

The Trails

Dalbeattie is world famous for its granite and it’s the rock that defines the riding at Dalbeattie. With a broad range of trails on offer you can look forward to a great experience.

 

A skills area with differently-graded loops gives a taste of Dalbeattie riding for those new to the area or to mountain biking.

Choose your trail from:

The green-graded Ironhash trail

Offering easy biking mostly on forest roads

The blue-graded Moyle Hill route

Will provide fun and excitement.

The red-graded Hardrock trail

Steps proceedings up a gear and offers more challenges with its rougher and rockier surface.

However the black graded sections - The Slab, Terrible Twins and Volunteer Ridge will set your heart racing!

Trail Conditions

Updated on 17th May 2012. 

Trails: All Open

 

Conditions: Normal.

 

Diversions: None. However please note there will be timber lorries using the forest roads so please give way to them and never pass a lorry while it is loading unless signalled to do so by the operator.  Road surface on the green route between waymarker posts 59 - 61 is uneven due to the forest machinery using it so please take care in this area.

 

More info: call the FC ranger service on 01387 860247.

Today's Weather

Mostly Cloudy
48°F / 9°C

Facilities

Catering

Nearby Dalbeattie has a range of facilities to help you make the most of your visit.

Parking

Car parking is available in the Richorn car park, where the trail head is located and costs £3 per day

Toilets

Toilets available 400 metres past trailhead at Gorsebank.

Bike Hire

A bike wash is on site close to the trail head.

MPG cycles in Dalbeattie has bikes for hire. Currently open from 9am - 5pm Mon-Fri, and 10am - 5pm on Saturday. Telephone 01556 610659 for details. Bike hire is also available at Gorsebank (400 metres from trailhead) and is open 7 days. Call 07814 501214 or visit www.gorsebank.com for more info.
 

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