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      Dalkeith trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, Mountain Biking and Winter Fat Biking. Common trail features include drops and jumps. Many trails are family friendly. Popular destinations include Newbattle and Carberry.
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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 Apr 14, 2026

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      39
      Trails Mountain Bike
      38
      Trails E-Bike
      39
      Trails Gravel Bike
      9
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      1
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      1
      Trails Hike
      39
      Trails Trail Running
      39
      Total Distance
      15 miles
      Total Descent
      1,497 ft
      Total Vertical
      400 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      537 ft
      Reports
      64
      Photos
      37
      Completed Counter
      1,386
      Sub Regions

      Popular Dalkeith Mountain Biking Trails

      • 100 ★ 4.5 • 3 miles • 105 ft • 127 •
      Popular green difficulty family friendly dirt/gravel road. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 105 ft green climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 18 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 95 ★ 3.7 • 2,777 ft • 9 ft • 112 •
      Hand made trails, some large gaps and drops
      • 100 ★ 0.0 • 2,861 ft • 83 ft • 102 • • hike
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This hike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 95 ★ 1.0 • 3,704 ft • 194 ft • 79 •
      Popular red difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 8 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 90 ★ 0.0 • 3,109 ft • 0 ft • 69 •
      Popular red difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill primary. On average it takes 8 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 80 ★ 5.0 • 2,344 ft • 0 ft • 67 •
      Popular black difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill primary and has a moderate overall physical rating. It features drop, gap jump and roller coaster. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 50 ★ 0.0 • 2,978 ft • 70 ft • 50 •
      Moderately popular red difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 5 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 85 ★ 0.0 • 2,792 ft • 29 ft • 45 • • hike
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This hike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

      Today
      • 3 rides
      Yesterday
      • 5 rides
      Past Week
      • 25 rides

      Photos of Dalkeith Mountain Bike

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      Videos of Dalkeith Mountain Bike

      Carberry Middle Line
      mtb
      2:04 | 527 | May 6, 2019
      JUMP
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      trail: Trail
      0:12 | 566 | May 4, 2011
      Carberry MTB Trails
      mtb
      8:24 | 1012 | Apr 17, 2020 , Dalkeith

      Recent Trail Reports

      Activity Feed

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      ELSOM_MTB14riddentrailactivity #104922576 and 4 more
      Sep 30, 2026 @ 11:02am
      5 hours
      Yosharian2233commenttrailactivity #96102342
      Jun 2, 2026 @ 12:19pm
      Jun 2, 2026
      SBMCDaddreportactivity #92598152
      Apr 14, 2026 @ 8:13am
      Apr 14, 2026
      jkjacobusriddentrailactivity #82061245
      Oct 10, 2025 @ 7:03am
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      IJCvotetrailactivity #78362604
      Aug 17, 2025 @ 12:42pm
      Aug 17, 2025

      Recent Comments

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      Yosharian2233trailCarberry Side LineHave you seen them as of 2026?
      Jun 2, 2026 @ 12:22pm
      Jun 2, 2026
      Yosharian2233trailCarberry Side LineI was thinking of going but I heard about it...
      Jun 2, 2026 @ 12:19pm
      Jun 2, 2026
      MarkKenyontrailEskbank > Penicuik TrailwayPath is currently closed between Auchendinny...
      Nov 15, 2024 @ 11:33pm
      Nov 15, 2024
      Robbie9KJfkItrailMiddle LineTrail is blocked off by logs
      Mar 29, 2021 @ 2:31pm
      Mar 29, 2021
      cycleinsteadtrailCarberry Side LineThis has now been destroyed.
      Aug 31, 2020 @ 12:25pm
      Aug 31, 2020

      Local Badges


      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike3815 miles1,496 ft7 miles400 ft
      #6,571#22437648,753
      E-Bike3915 miles1,496 ft7 miles400 ft
      #4,768#182261,121
      Gravel Bike95 miles256 ft2 miles394 ft
      #6,689#326126
      Adaptive Bike13 miles89 ft1 mile89 ft
      #6,694#3265
      Winter Fat Bike13 miles89 ft1 mile89 ft
      #2,850#1795
      Hike3915 miles1,496 ft7 miles400 ft
      #5,985#13964112
      Trail Running3915 miles1,496 ft7 miles400 ft
      #7,012#19064374

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the best places to ride in Dalkeith?
      Dalkeith has 2 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Dalkeith?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Dalkeith are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      ▼ What is the best time of the year to ride in Dalkeith?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Dalkeith are:
      • May (89 activities)
      • July (74 activities)
      • October (73 activities)
      Check the Dalkeith reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Dalkeith?
      Check the Dalkeith 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 Dalkeith?
      The longest trail in Dalkeith is Eskbank > Penicuik Trailway at 3.2 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Dalkeith?
      ▼ How many trails are in Dalkeith?
      Dalkeith has a total of 39 trails. Of those, 38 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Dalkeith to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Dalkeith?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Dalkeith is Trail with 194 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Dalkeith?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Dalkeith is Carberry Side Line with 245 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Dalkeith?
      Dalkeith supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
      ▼ What bike services are there in Dalkeith?
      The following bike services are available in Dalkeith:
      • Other (1)
      Browse the full Dalkeith directory for details.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Dalkeith?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Dalkeith is Trail with an average grade of 5.3%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Dalkeith?
      The overall region status for Dalkeith is Clear / Green. Out of 9 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 8
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 1
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Dalkeith?
      Yes, Dalkeith supports e-bike riding. There are 38 trails in Dalkeith that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Dalkeith?
      The most popular Strava segments in Dalkeith are:
      • Supper C (744 athletes)
      • Updated Side Line (658 athletes)
      • Monument to Gate (358 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Dalkeith.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Dalkeith?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Dalkeith?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Dalkeith are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Dalkeith.
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