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      Blessington trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking and Trail Running. Common trail features include jumps, rock gardens and berms. Popular destinations include Ballynatona.
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      Region Details
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      Region Status
      Open as of Mar 30, 2026

      Stats

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      Trails (view details)
      22
      Trails Mountain Bike
      22
      Trails E-Bike
      7
      Trails Gravel Bike
      8
      Trails Hike
      6
      Trails Trail Running
      6
      Total Distance
      15 miles
      Total Descent Distance
      8 miles
      Total Descent
      4,780 ft
      Total Vertical
      1,142 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      1,865 ft
      Reports
      135
      Photos
      21
      Completed Counter
      435
      Sub Regions

      Popular Blessington Mountain Biking Trails

      • 65 ★ 5.0 • 1,893 ft • 0 ft • 29 •
      Moderately popular red difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only and has a hard overall physical rating. It features gap jump. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 5 ★ 4.0 • 2,602 ft • 0 ft • 29 •
      A natural blue trail which is very fast with no technical features. The upper section of the forest can be darker and tighter given the comparably young age of the trees compared to the much more open lower section. All the walls on the...
      • 70 ★ 5.0 • 1,847 ft • 0 ft • 29 •
      Popular red difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used downhill only. It features berm, bridge, jump and gap jump. On average it takes 43 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 80 ★ 5.0 • 531 ft • 0 ft • 26 •
      Popular red difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only. It features gap jump. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.
      • 90 ★ 0.0 • 2,799 ft • 3 ft • 23 •
      Very fast and flowy blue trail with an extensive section of berms and doubles on the lower section.
      • 75 ★ 4.0 • 1,621 ft • 0 ft • 23 •
      Popular red difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only and has a moderate overall physical rating. It features jump and rock garden. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 5 ★ 3.0 • 1,404 ft • 0 ft • 17 •
      Less popular red difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only. It features bridge, drop, jump and gap jump. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 60 ★ 0.0 • 817 ft • 23 ft • 17 •
      Short transition trail that leads back to the layby parking spot. The first half is a technical flat section that leads into a downhill natural trail finishing with a bomb hole.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

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      Recent Trail Reports

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      domenic17votetrailactivity #105035121
      Oct 2, 2026 @ 6:51am
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      HJAChurchaddreportactivity #91578339
      Mar 30, 2026 @ 4:18am
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      cbpos1989addreportactivity #83151533
      Oct 28, 2025 @ 2:06am
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      May 18, 2025 @ 4:34pm
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      Recent Comments

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      Bfallon6086trailTree Rocksavage addition to the hill!
      Jan 16, 2025 @ 4:23am
      Jan 16, 2025
      nickd68trailBlue & YellowTrail has also been destroyed entirely by...
      Dec 20, 2024 @ 4:44am
      Dec 20, 2024
      nickd68trailBelgian LinesTrail has been destroyed entirely by foresty....
      Dec 20, 2024 @ 4:43am
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      Gusto123trailTight & Creeky (T&C) UpperGap jump at bottom
      Jul 3, 2023 @ 11:32pm
      Jul 3, 2023

      Local Badges


      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike2215 miles4,780 ft8 miles1,142 ft
      #3,638#17211352,042
      E-Bike78 miles2,201 ft5 miles1,125 ft
      #3,110#2612949
      Gravel Bike89 miles797 ft4 miles810 ft
      32
      Hike68 miles755 ft3 miles810 ft
      #5,859#2812778
      Trail Running68 miles755 ft3 miles810 ft
      #5,310#281274

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the best places to ride in Blessington?
      Blessington has 1 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Blessington?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Blessington are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Blessington?
      Check the Blessington trail map for trailhead and parking information. Community members regularly update access and parking details for trails in the area.
      ▼ What is the longest trail in Blessington?
      The longest trail in Blessington is Go-Slow at 2,799 ft. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ How many trails are in Blessington?
      Blessington has a total of 22 trails. Browse top mountain biking trails in Blessington to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Blessington?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Blessington is Golf Ball with 23 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Blessington?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Blessington is Walla Walla with 433 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Blessington?
      Blessington supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Blessington?
      Out of 15 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 12
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 1
      • Closed: 2
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Blessington?
      Yes, Blessington supports e-bike riding. There are 7 trails in Blessington that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
      ▼ What is the highest summit in Blessington?
      The highest summit in Blessington is Kippure at 2,451 ft elevation.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Blessington?
      The most popular Strava segments in Blessington are:
      • Gap Rd Climb (229 athletes)
      • Gap Rd Climb (197 athletes)
      • Woodend Descent (192 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Blessington.
      ▼ What are some popular technical trail features in Blessington?
      There are 1 technical trail features (TTFs) in Blessington. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in Blessington.
      ▼ What trails are closed in Blessington?
      There are currently 2 closed trails in Blessington. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
      • Clear / Green: 12
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 1
      • Closed: 2
      View all closed trails for the latest updates.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Blessington?

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