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      Ludlow trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has shared hundreds of photos from this region. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, Gravel Biking and Adaptive Biking. Common trail features include berms, jumps and drops. Popular destinations include Mortimer Forest and Bringewood and Hopton Woods.
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      Region Details
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      Region Status
      Open as of Oct 10, 2026

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      45
      Trails Mountain Bike
      45
      Trails E-Bike
      45
      Trails Gravel Bike
      8
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      8
      Trails Hike
      25
      Trails Trail Running
      25
      Total Distance
      24 miles
      Total Descent
      9,605 ft
      Total Vertical
      1,378 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      1,878 ft
      Reports
      350
      Photos
      116
      Completed Counter
      6,830

      Sub Regions

      Popular Ludlow Mountain Biking Trails

      • 100 ★ 4.6 • 3,389 ft • 3 ft • 461 •
      Highly rated popular red difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 100 ★ 3.5 • 4,255 ft • 302 ft • 433 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used uphill only and has a hard overall physical rating with a 302 ft black diamond climb. On average it takes 14 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 95 ★ 3.0 • 2,900 ft • 156 ft • 427 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill primary. On average it takes 7 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 95 ★ 4.0 • 2,677 ft • 5 ft • 406 •
      Popular red difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 80 ★ 3.0 • 1,959 ft • 72 ft • 386 •
      Popular blue difficulty mixed. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill primary. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 85 ★ 3.8 • 4,186 ft • 94 ft • 381 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used one direction. On average it takes 7 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 90 ★ 3.0 • 4,242 ft • 150 ft • 311 •
      Final grind up a fireroad for the end of the Hopton Red.
      • 85 ★ 3.0 • 5,243 ft • 109 ft • 267 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 109 ft green climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 10 minutes to complete this trail.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

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      Ludlow Mountain Bike Routes

      12 miles • 1,969 ft • 2 • Loop •
      Some of our local trails for your riding pleasure
      7 miles • 1,272 ft • 0 • Loop •
      The Mortimer Forest is our local MTB Mecca and is absolutely packed with great trails. Here is a little...
      9 miles • 1,791 ft • 0 • Loop •
      Some of the slightly more demanding Ludlow stuff.
      26 miles • 2,141 ft • 0 • Loop •
      Loop WWW Lockdown Challenge

      Photos of Ludlow Mountain Bike

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      Mar 17, 2023 @ 1:40pm
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      Jun 23, 2022 @ 11:42am
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      Dec 5, 2021 @ 3:45am
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      Sep 30, 2020 @ 9:46am
      Sep 30, 2020

      Videos of Ludlow Mountain Bike

      Bringewood
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      0:36 | 58 | May 6, 2025
      Dave’s Start
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      2:51 | | Jul 15, 2024
      First ride on new Ohlins TTX22m.2
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      0:18 | 107 | Apr 21, 2023
      Sam at Bringewood
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      0:09 | 114 | Oct 26, 2022
      Bringewood DH Top section
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      0:14 | 61 | Oct 26, 2022
      Crash into tree at Bringewood
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      0:06 | 82 | Oct 26, 2022
      Bit of a dryer Bringewood
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      0:14 | 54 | Aug 17, 2022
      Testing GoPro 8 Black
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      0:36 | 45 | Aug 16, 2022

      Recent Trail Reports

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      Another way down
      Oct 4, 2025 @ 8:58pm (Europe/London)
      Oct 4, 2025
      UnknownMatt-burner
      Bills Bottom
      Oct 4, 2025 @ 8:57pm (Europe/London)
      Oct 4, 2025
      UnknownMatt-burner
      Bill in a china shop
      Oct 4, 2025 @ 8:57pm (Europe/London)
      Oct 4, 2025
      Unknowntop is good, disappears lower downMatt-burner
      Its The 97
      Oct 4, 2025 @ 8:56pm (Europe/London)
      Oct 4, 2025
      Unknowndon't be fooled, looks good from the top,...Matt-burner
      The Full Monty
      Oct 4, 2025 @ 8:56pm (Europe/London)
      Oct 4, 2025
      Unknown top section is there but very overgrown -...Matt-burner
      Seed Orchard Climb
      Aug 11, 2025 @ 3:27pm
      Aug 11, 2025
      Very DryE-Bike AdriannJEfKn
      Mere Oak Run
      Aug 11, 2025 @ 3:27pm
      Aug 11, 2025
      Very DryE-Bike AdriannJEfKn
      Tump Run
      Aug 11, 2025 @ 3:27pm
      Aug 11, 2025
      Very DryE-Bike AdriannJEfKn
      Peak Climb
      Aug 11, 2025 @ 3:27pm
      Aug 11, 2025
      Very DryE-Bike AdriannJEfKn
      Carols Climb
      Aug 11, 2025 @ 3:27pm
      Aug 11, 2025
      Very DryE-Bike AdriannJEfKn

      Activity Feed

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      Benjithehammyriddentrailactivity #103721548 and 2 more
      Sep 13, 2026 @ 9:58am
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      Devans251wishlistregionactivity #103041761
      Sep 4, 2026 @ 12:48pm
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      Stephen2vUfwSwishlistregionactivity #102173484
      Aug 23, 2026 @ 11:33am
      Aug 23, 2026
      trailforksaddvideoactivity #96588236 and 5 more
      Jun 9, 2026 @ 12:00am
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      reddelsaddvideoactivity #96586616
      Jun 8, 2026 @ 11:00pm
      Jun 8, 2026

      Recent Comments

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      sassapigtrailBill in a china shopCompletely over grown
      Sep 7, 2026 @ 3:20am
      Sep 7, 2026
      markyboy1980trailTarantino FullSadly no longer due to felling...
      May 15, 2026 @ 4:28pm
      May 15, 2026
      Chimp69mantrailSkyfallRode last night, overgrown in places, needs to...
      Jul 27, 2023 @ 4:32am
      Jul 27, 2023
      dwrowley67reportCarols Climbtrees across the trail but easy to climb over
      Mar 9, 2022 @ 12:12pm
      Mar 9, 2022
      dwrowley67reportMere Oak RunI have cut some of the branches now so it is...
      Mar 9, 2022 @ 11:55am
      Mar 9, 2022

      Local Badges


      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike4524 miles9,606 ft15 miles1,378 ft
      #3,354#10811535046,145
      E-Bike4524 miles9,606 ft15 miles1,378 ft
      #3,494#11930511,487
      Gravel Bike83 miles1,539 ft2 miles696 ft
      #2,611#151197
      Adaptive Bike83 miles1,539 ft2 miles696 ft
      #3,781#15638
      Hike2516 miles5,341 ft9 miles1,339 ft
      #7,533#203324347
      Trail Running2516 miles5,341 ft9 miles1,339 ft
      #7,070#192132495

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the best places to ride in Ludlow?
      Ludlow has 2 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Ludlow?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Ludlow are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      ▼ What is the best time of the year to ride in Ludlow?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Ludlow are:
      • October (33 activities)
      • May (33 activities)
      • June (25 activities)
      Check the Ludlow reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Ludlow?
      There are 3 parking locations listed in Ludlow. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
      ▼ What is the longest trail in Ludlow?
      The longest trail in Ludlow is Extension Loop at 2.6 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ How many trails are in Ludlow?
      Ludlow has a total of 45 trails. Browse top mountain biking trails in Ludlow to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Ludlow?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Ludlow is Horrendous Climb with 551 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Ludlow?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Ludlow is Fron Hill with 1,042 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Ludlow?
      Ludlow supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
      ▼ What bike services are there in Ludlow?
      The following bike services are available in Ludlow:
      • Bike Shop (1)
      Browse the full Ludlow directory for details.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Ludlow?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Ludlow is Horrendous Climb with an average grade of 9%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Ludlow?
      Out of 35 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 30
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 1
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 3
      • Closed: 1
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Ludlow?
      Yes, Ludlow supports e-bike riding. There are 45 trails in Ludlow that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Ludlow?
      ▼ What type of bike is most common in Ludlow?
      Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Ludlow are:
      • AM (26 activities)
      Check the Ludlow activity logs for more details.
      ▼ What is the highest summit in Ludlow?
      The highest summit in Ludlow is Rhos Fawr at 2,156 ft elevation.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Ludlow?
      The most popular Strava segments in Ludlow are:
      • Hopton red final whoops section (6,324 athletes)
      • Pump Track (6,129 athletes)
      • Red XC Final Section (6,086 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Ludlow.
      ▼ What trails are closed in Ludlow?
      There are currently 1 closed trails in Ludlow. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
      • Clear / Green: 30
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 1
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 3
      • Closed: 1
      View all closed trails for the latest updates.
      ▼ Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Ludlow?
      Yes, there are 8 accessible/adaptive trails in Ludlow. View all adaptive trails in Ludlow for specific accessibility information.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Ludlow?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Ludlow?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Ludlow are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Ludlow.
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