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      Norfolk trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has mapped hundreds of trails in this region. Supported activity types include Trail Running, Hiking, Mountain Biking and E-Biking. Popular destinations include Thetford Forest Trail Centre, Thetford and Sheringham.
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      This region uses the Uk/Euro style trail grading system.

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      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      155
      Trails Mountain Bike
      66
      Trails E-Bike
      11
      Trails Gravel Bike
      49
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      6
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      47
      Trails Horse
      1
      Trails Hike
      133
      Trails Trail Running
      134
      Total Distance
      69 miles
      Total Descent
      2,836 ft
      Total Vertical
      322 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      362 ft
      Reports
      231
      Photos
      88
      Completed Counter
      13,511

      Popular Norfolk Mountain Biking Trails

      70 3.9 2,241 ft 11 ft 587
      One of the better bits of the marked trails. Expect twisty dips with a little bit of root.
      100 3.8 2,126 ft 19 ft 578
      Popular red difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail and has a easy overall physical rating with a 19 ft green climb. It features berm and jump. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
      95 4.2 863 ft 3 ft 562
      A nice new bit of trail. Slightly loose surface. Currently new n smooth.
      85 0.0 3,953 ft 72 ft 503
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used one direction. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.
      80 0.0 3,714 ft 19 ft 489
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used one direction. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.
      95 0.0 991 ft 15 ft 486
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
      85 0.0 2,375 ft 51 ft 483
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used one direction. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
      100 3.0 1,394 ft 0 ft 481
      Popular red difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

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      • 0 rides
      Yesterday
      • 3 rides
      Past Week
      • 17 rides

      Norfolk Mountain Bike Routes

      7 miles 432 ft 6 Loop
      The at Thetford Forest (Formerly known as the Black cycle route) is for experienced riders only. This...
      6 miles 328 ft 0
      Mostly singletrack winding between the trees. More challenging than Shepherd or Poacher. For aspiring...
      13 miles 864 ft 20
      8 miles 526 ft 15
      9 miles 591 ft 15
      7 miles 435 ft 1

      Photos of Norfolk Mountain Bike

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      Videos of Norfolk Mountain Bike

      Newhaven - Pumptrack Chilling
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      2:51 | 304 | Sep 2, 2019
      The Red Bull Pump Track World Championship...
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      0:37 | 1378 | Dec 18, 2018
      Red Bull Pump Track World Championship...
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      2:14 | 1259 | May 22, 2018
      Red Bull Pump track World Championship
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      0:36 | 11056 | Feb 1, 2018
      Pump Track
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      0:30 | 111 | Mar 10, 2016
      Testing The Neck Brace
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      0:36 | 210 | Feb 25, 2016
      Thetford pump track
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      0:05 | 132 | Jul 25, 2015
      Chicksands Pump Track PB
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      5:32 | 216 | Jun 13, 2015

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      Recent Comments

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      danielSveXWetrailMousehold A-LineIf anyone's willing to update this with me at...
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      Jakethepeg292trailThe Beast - Lime Burner TrailTemper your expectations, pretty basic
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      Jakethepeg292trailBeater Trail - Short RouteNice and easy flat as a pancake and good for...
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      Jakethepeg292trailBeater Trail - long loopFlat spin through nice woods.good for a bit of...
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      Jonn0CBIetrailMX TrailA bit overgrown at the top. Still rideable.
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      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike6634 miles2,054 ft15 miles276 ft
      8823128,883
      E-Bike113 miles92 ft1 mile49 ft
      1791812
      Gravel Bike5122 miles748 ft9 miles108 ft
      36133
      Adaptive Bike83 miles95 ft2 miles128 ft
      2
      Winter Fat Bike4723 miles1,506 ft11 miles262 ft
      178
      Horse1535 ft10 ft
      38
      Hike13362 miles2,523 ft28 miles322 ft
      210235
      Trail Running13462 miles2,523 ft28 miles322 ft
      210107

      Frequently Asked Questions

      What are the best places to ride in Norfolk?
      Norfolk has 3 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Norfolk?
      What is the longest trail in Norfolk?
      The longest trail in Norfolk is Beater Trail - Short Route at 6.0 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Norfolk?
      What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Norfolk?
      How many trails are in Norfolk?
      Norfolk has a total of 155 trails. Of those, 66 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Norfolk to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      Which trail has the most elevation gain in Norfolk?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Norfolk is Beater Trail - Short Route with 365 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      Which trail has the most elevation descent in Norfolk?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Norfolk is Beater Trail - Short Route with 362 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      What activities are most popular in Norfolk?
      Norfolk supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
      What bike services are there in Norfolk?
      The following bike services are available in Norfolk:
      • Bike Shop (4)
      • Trail Association (1)
      Browse the full Norfolk directory for details.
      What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Norfolk?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Norfolk is Bridleway with an average grade of 3.4%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      What trails have the biggest jumps in Norfolk?
      The trails with the biggest jumps in Norfolk are: Browse all mountain bike trails to find trails with jumps and technical features.
      Are the trails open in Norfolk?
      The overall region status for Norfolk is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 38 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 34
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 2
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 2
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      Can I ride an ebike in Norfolk?
      Yes, Norfolk supports e-bike riding. There are 9 trails in Norfolk 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 Norfolk?
      The most popular mountain biking routes in Norfolk are: View all mountain biking routes in Norfolk.
      What are the most popular Strava Segments in Norfolk?
      The most popular Strava segments in Norfolk are:
      • rocks to pit (20,648 athletes)
      • the last blast (20,144 athletes)
      • 39 Steps (19,853 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Norfolk.
      What are some popular technical trail features in Norfolk?
      There are 1 technical trail features (TTFs) in Norfolk. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in Norfolk.
      Are there local clubs or events in Norfolk?
      There are 1 local clubs or associations listed in the Norfolk directory. Browse the local directory for details.
      What are the best beginner ride trails in Norfolk?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Norfolk are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Norfolk.
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