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      Exeter 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, Hiking, Trail Running, E-Biking, Horseback and Adaptive Biking. Popular destinations include Stoke Woods and Cafe Side Haldon.
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      Region Details
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      Region Status
      Caution as of Feb 24, 2026

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      22
      Trails Mountain Bike
      22
      Trails E-Bike
      11
      Trails Gravel Bike
      5
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      2
      Trails Horse
      4
      Trails Hike
      15
      Trails Trail Running
      15
      Total Distance
      6 miles
      Total Descent
      1,887 ft
      Total Vertical
      689 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      817 ft
      Reports
      21
      Photos
      4
      Completed Counter
      566
      Sub Regions

      Popular Exeter Mountain Biking Trails

      V2
      5 4.4 1,759 ft 0 ft 69
      Less popular red difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only. It features berm, drop, jump, gap jump and rock garden. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
      100 0.0 899 ft 0 ft 55
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only.
      5 0.0 3,048 ft 83 ft 20
      Bi directional but a good climb alternative than the standard tracks
      65 3.0 1,876 ft 17 ft 14
      Mixture of flatter and steeper sections. Lots of roots and flint. A few small jumps. Traverses left around the hill to the end and the road. Climb the road to run it again. New trail and needs traffic on it.
      95 0.0 1,594 ft 0 ft 9
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions.
      90 0.0 1,161 ft 0 ft 7
      Orange peel simple flow through trees across flat to drop and roll through twisting trees to exit
      35 0.0 2,674 ft 0 ft 4
      from the top to the bottom.
      75 0.0 512 ft 0 ft 3
      steep flowing section with berms changing into grippy and fast final half. can be very loose and slippy if leaf-falll hasnt been cleared. one tight switchback after 1st 3 berms that can be hard to make on a longer bike. crosses another,...

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

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      • 0 rides
      Yesterday
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      Past Week
      • 6 rides

      Photos of Exeter Mountain Bike

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      35 |
      Jul 4, 2024 @ 10:40am
      Jul 4, 2024
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      111 |
      Nov 29, 2020 @ 2:11am
      Nov 29, 2020
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      V2
      443 |
      Sep 10, 2010 @ 6:07pm
      Sep 10, 2010
      | 5 comments
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      mtb
      V2
      147 |
      Jun 9, 2021 @ 9:34am
      Jun 9, 2021

      Videos of Exeter Mountain Bike

      Haldon Promo V2
      mtb
      trail: V2
      0:51 | 410 | Dec 13, 2012
      Summer fun v2
      mtb
      trail: V2
      2:43 | 118 | Aug 23, 2011
      Alex Dark- Coustellier Video 6
      mtb
      trail: V2
      4:29 | 195 | Sep 10, 2010
      Haldon Cafeside - Hitting Up The Grey Track...
      mtb
      trail: V2
      2:26 | 658 | Aug 5, 2020 , Exeter

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      Recent Comments

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      patagoniatrailFlint Vs HollyFreshened up recently and downed tree removed...
      Apr 23, 2025 @ 2:41pm
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      GeorgeCawleytrailFlint Vs HollyAnyone know who the builder is
      Feb 20, 2021 @ 7:54am
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      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike226 miles1,886 ft4 miles689 ft
      #8,838#3324215,013
      E-Bike114 miles837 ft2 miles633 ft
      #5,224#20719136
      Gravel Bike52 miles157 ft3,189 ft174 ft
      #4,758#2361
      Adaptive Bike23,619 ft30 ft919 ft98 ft
      #3,162#1187
      Horse42 miles141 ft2,513 ft174 ft
      #1,546#79
      Hike154 miles1,125 ft3 miles653 ft
      #8,142#23117895
      Trail Running154 miles1,125 ft3 miles653 ft
      #7,921#231178

      Frequently Asked Questions

      What are the best places to ride in Exeter?
      Exeter has 2 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Exeter?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Exeter are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      Where can I park to ride in Exeter?
      Check the Exeter 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 Exeter?
      The longest trail in Exeter is better on the up at 3,048 ft. View all trails sorted by distance.
      How many trails are in Exeter?
      Exeter has a total of 22 trails. Browse top mountain biking trails in Exeter to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      Which trail has the most elevation gain in Exeter?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Exeter is better on the up with 83 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      Which trail has the most elevation descent in Exeter?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Exeter is All The Way with 194 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      What activities are most popular in Exeter?
      Exeter supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Adaptive Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running.
      What bike services are there in Exeter?
      The following bike services are available in Exeter:
      • Bike Shop (9)
      • Other (1)
      • Club (1)
      • Coaching & Camps (1)
      Browse the full Exeter directory for details.
      What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Exeter?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Exeter is better on the up with an average grade of 2%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      Are the trails open in Exeter?
      The overall region status for Exeter is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 9 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 7
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 2
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      Can I ride an ebike in Exeter?
      Yes, Exeter supports e-bike riding. There are 11 trails in Exeter 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 Exeter?
      The most popular Strava segments in Exeter are:
      • Cafe Hill Of Doom (932 athletes)
      • Shelter (510 athletes)
      • White Footer full (293 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Exeter.
      Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Exeter?
      Yes, there are 2 accessible/adaptive trails in Exeter. View all adaptive trails in Exeter for specific accessibility information.
      Are there local clubs or events in Exeter?
      There are 1 local clubs or associations listed in the Exeter directory. Browse the local directory for details.
      What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Exeter?
      What are the best beginner ride trails in Exeter?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Exeter are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Exeter.
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