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        This region uses the Uk/Euro style trail grading system.
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        Region Details
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        Region Status
        Open as of Jun 12, 2026

        Stats

        Avg Trail Rating
        Trails (view details)
        38
        Trails Mountain Bike
        47
        Trails E-Bike
        24
        Trails Horse
        3
        Trails Hike
        28
        Trails Trail Running
        28
        Trails Dirtbike/Moto
        1
        Trails ATV/ORV/OHV
        1
        Total Distance
        29 miles
        Total Descent
        5,932 ft
        Total Vertical
        1,076 ft
        Highest Trailhead
        1,530 ft
        Reports
        397
        Photos
        56
        Completed Counter
        10,043
        Sub Regions

        Popular Aberystwyth Mountain Biking Trails

        100 4.4 3,517 ft 22 ft 674
        Highly rated popular red difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only. It features berm, drop and jump. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
        95 4.0 791 ft 33 ft 636
        Short section of singletrack with a stone surface, slightly uphill.
        95 4.0 984 ft 18 ft 631
        Popular red difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.
        90 4.3 1,522 ft 5 ft 625
        Highly rated popular red difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only. It features berm and drop. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
        95 4.4 1,352 ft 6 ft 622
        Popular red difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
        85 4.7 4,566 ft 119 ft 615
        Highly rated popular red difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only. It features berm, bridge, drop and jump. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 7 minutes to complete this trail.
        90 4.0 1,922 ft 8 ft 574
        Highly rated popular red difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only. It features berm, drop and jump. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
        100 4.7 3,123 ft 11 ft 527
        The Melindwr trail is in two loops. The first loop is under 2km with one forest road climb, a fine view with a bench and one super fun flowy descent with lots of berms back to the visitor centre. Riding both loops is 5km. This takes you...

        Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

        Today
        • 1 rides
        Yesterday
        • 0 rides
        Past Week
        • 5 rides

        Aberystwyth Mountain Bike Routes

        5.0 6 miles 951 ft 16 Loop
        “Got there late or want a final quick blast before you go home? Pendam is the definitive “Now That’s...
        4.5 11 miles 1,590 ft 20 Loop
        This is the red-graded summit trail at Nant yr Arian.
        17 miles 2,037 ft 22 Out & Back
        Great route which combines the best of the backcountry riding on offer at Bwlch Nant yr Arian with the...
        22 miles 2,719 ft 27 Out & Back
        The complete 35km Syfydrin trail which combines excellent techincal singletrack and lung-busting climbs...
        16 miles 3,718 ft 16
        15 miles 3,117 ft 9

        Photos of Aberystwyth Mountain Bike

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        149 |
        Jun 21, 2022 @ 9:48am
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        100 |
        Jun 21, 2022 @ 6:39am
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        104 |
        Jun 12, 2022 @ 2:34pm
        Jun 12, 2022

        Videos of Aberystwyth Mountain Bike

        Drunken Druid at Nant yr Arian
        0:31 | 3 | Jul 8, 2023
        One moment please...
        0:19 | 96 | Jun 21, 2022
        Mark of Zorro at Nant Yr Arian.
        6:46 | 282 | Nov 23, 2019
        Mark of Zorro
        7:48 | 53 | Jan 3, 2016
        Nant-Y-Arian Mark of Zorro part 1,2,3,
        9:38 | 47 | Jan 3, 2016
        Frie road.
        4:53 | 32 | Dec 31, 2015
        Hippity Hop. Nant-y-Arian
        0:30 | 133 | Dec 30, 2015
        The Italian Job
        4:48 | 100 | Dec 30, 2015

        Recent Trail Reports

        Activity Feed

        usernameactiontypetitledate
        ambrosewalesriddentrailactivity #100259480
        Jul 29, 2026 @ 3:23am
        20 hours
        MisoDSn5VRvotetrailactivity #98444010
        Jul 4, 2026 @ 12:26pm
        Jul 4, 2026
        SBoltonwishlistrouteactivity #97352302
        Jun 19, 2026 @ 4:25pm
        Jun 19, 2026
        PercyPongoaddreportactivity #96809427
        Jun 12, 2026 @ 9:17am
        Jun 12, 2026
        fez-ukaddreportactivity #95629865
        May 27, 2026 @ 6:28am
        May 27, 2026

        Recent Comments

        usernametypetitlecommentdate
        petecogtrailThe ReaperA bit terrifying in places. Good challenging...
        Aug 1, 2025 @ 4:48am
        Aug 1, 2025
        KarlusawatrailMark of ZorroTrail closed, trees have been felled across...
        Jun 16, 2025 @ 12:19am
        Jun 16, 2025
        james-goddardtrailMelindwr LoopThis "progressive" trail has the biggest...
        Jul 31, 2024 @ 1:57pm
        Jul 31, 2024
        james-goddardtrailMark of ZorroFun bit of trail but not worth the 6 or 7...
        Jul 31, 2024 @ 1:45pm
        Jul 31, 2024
        thetubbybikerreportMark of ZorroThink its open now. Barriers removed. Some...
        May 23, 2024 @ 3:17pm
        May 23, 2024

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        Activity Type Stats

        activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
        Mountain Bike4629 miles5,932 ft15 miles1,076 ft
        #2,405#795639744,857
        E-Bike246 miles2,057 ft4 miles912 ft
        #4,230#164373956
        Horse3
        140
        Hike2823 miles2,979 ft10 miles1,076 ft
        #6,344#161372125
        Trail Running2823 miles2,979 ft10 miles1,076 ft
        #5,798#14837220
        Dirtbike/Moto1
        1402
        ATV/ORV/OHV1
        140

        Frequently Asked Questions About Aberystwyth

        What are the best places to ride in Aberystwyth?
        Aberystwyth has 3 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
        What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Aberystwyth?
        The highest rated mountain biking trails in Aberystwyth are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
        What is the best time of the year to ride in Aberystwyth?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Aberystwyth are:
        • April (38 activities)
        • May (28 activities)
        • March (22 activities)
        Check the Aberystwyth reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
        Where can I park to ride in Aberystwyth?
        There are 3 parking locations listed in Aberystwyth. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
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