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      Folkestone trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Hiking, Trail Running, Mountain Biking, Winter Fat Biking and Adaptive Biking.
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      Region Status
      Caution as of Jun 5, 2021

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      11
      Trails Mountain Bike
      10
      Trails E-Bike
      1
      Trails Gravel Bike
      2
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      2
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      6
      Trails Horse
      1
      Trails Hike
      11
      Trails Trail Running
      11
      Total Distance
      6 miles
      Total Descent
      1,139 ft
      Total Vertical
      517 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      620 ft
      Reports
      13
      Completed Counter
      210

      Popular Folkestone Mountain Biking Trails

      100 0.0 1,218 ft 13 ft 26
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used downhill primary. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
      60 4.5 1,891 ft 3 ft 23
      Moderately popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill primary and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 3 ft green climb. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
      80 0.0 4,284 ft 62 ft 22
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.
      90 0.0 2,689 ft 65 ft 20
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
      50 0.0 2,691 ft 112 ft 16
      Moderately popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
      40 0.0 1,174 ft 44 ft 13
      Moderately popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
      5 0.0 2,526 ft 106 ft 10
      Less popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.
      30 0.0 3,097 ft 0 ft 6
      A by-way through farm land. Can be a bit challenging if recently churned up by farm traffic. Expect to meet horses. The descent in fairly fast with nice views across the Alkham Valley; the reverse is steep in places and a tough climb.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

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      Recent Trail Reports

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      Recent Comments

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      110jimskillparkSwingfield PumptrackThere are some new looking height restriction...
      Feb 2, 2020 @ 2:04pm
      Feb 2, 2020
      Bennyben960trailSteep streetI love this little track on a downhill or...
      Sep 4, 2019 @ 5:11am
      Sep 4, 2019

      Bike & Skill Parks

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      Swingfield Pumptrackskill parkFolkestone

      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike104 miles1,017 ft2 miles371 ft
      #8,282#301133,041
      E-Bike13,097 ft194 ft2,831 ft194 ft
      6330
      Gravel Bike21 mile207 ft3,320 ft194 ft
      #7,494#3564
      Adaptive Bike21 mile207 ft3,320 ft194 ft
      #3,797#1573
      Winter Fat Bike62 miles702 ft1 mile371 ft
      #2,209#1267
      Horse13,097 ft194 ft2,831 ft194 ft
      Hike116 miles1,138 ft3 miles518 ft
      #9,057#2711391
      Trail Running116 miles1,138 ft3 miles518 ft
      #8,638#2581393

      Frequently Asked Questions About Folkestone

      What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Folkestone?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Folkestone are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      Where can I park to ride in Folkestone?
      Check the Folkestone 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 Folkestone?
      The longest trail in Folkestone is Lyminge 5 at 4,284 ft. View all trails sorted by distance.
      What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Folkestone?
      The best hiking trails in Folkestone are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
      What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Folkestone?
      The best trail running trails in Folkestone are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
      How many trails are in Folkestone?
      Folkestone has a total of 11 trails. Of those, 10 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Folkestone to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      Which trail has the most elevation gain in Folkestone?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Folkestone is ER110 with 112 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      Which trail has the most elevation descent in Folkestone?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Folkestone is Steep street with 299 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      What activities are most popular in Folkestone?
      Folkestone supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
      What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Folkestone?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Folkestone is Lyminge 4 with an average grade of 2.2%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      Are the trails open in Folkestone?
      The overall region status for Folkestone is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 8 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 6
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 2
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      Can I ride an ebike in Folkestone?
      There are 1 trails in Folkestone 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 Folkestone?
      The most popular Strava segments in Folkestone are:
      • Race the cars (1,102 athletes)
      • Pine needle raceway (391 athletes)
      • The slider (360 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Folkestone.
      Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Folkestone?
      Yes, there are 2 accessible/adaptive trails in Folkestone. View all adaptive trails in Folkestone for specific accessibility information.
      What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Folkestone?
      What are the best beginner ride trails in Folkestone?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Folkestone are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Folkestone.
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