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      Nice mixture of natural and built trails. Good long fast descents. Nothing super technical but a couple of drops and steep sections. Avoid in winter when it's a mudbath. Accessible from Glasgow by train every 20 to 30min during the day.
      Primary Trail Type: All-Mountain & Downhill
      Land Status: National Forest
      Parking google parking directions
      Access Info:
      Bowling train station car park.
      This region uses the Uk/Euro style trail grading system.

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      Region Details
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      Region Status
      Caution as of Sep 5, 2026

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      71
      Trails Mountain Bike
      71
      Trails E-Bike
      71
      Trails Gravel Bike
      27
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      1
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      5
      Trails Hike
      56
      Trails Trail Running
      56
      Total Distance
      62 miles
      Total Descent
      12,891 ft
      Total Vertical
      1,290 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      1,312 ft
      Reports
      684
      Photos
      189
      Completed Counter
      8,617

      Popular Old Kilpatrick Mountain Biking Trails

      29
      Minceurs and Tatties
      • 70 ★ 4.5 • 2,490 ft • 0 ft • 259 •
      Highly rated popular black difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill primary. It features berm, drop, jump and gap jump. On average it takes 7 minutes to complete this trail.
      Bottom Field
      • 80 ★ 3.5 • 1,188 ft • 0 ft • 256 • • hike
      Super fast. Marbly and sketchy in the dry, crazily slick in the wet. Grip is an illusion.
      Path
      • 75 ★ 3.0 • 4,990 ft • 68 ft • 255 • • hike
      Walker's along the loch. Mix of gravel and dirt.
      20
      Brown Hill Access Trail
      • 95 ★ 0.0 • 1,421 ft • 52 ft • 240 • • hike
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This hike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 6 minutes to complete this trail.
      7
      Spexy Beast
      • 90 ★ 4.9 • 1,440 ft • 0 ft • 223 •
      Highly rated popular red difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 0 ft blue climb. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
      Mr H
      • 65 ★ 3.8 • 1,089 ft • 0 ft • 193 •
      Moderately popular red difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used one direction. It features berm and drop. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
      Grouse Butt Trail
      • 65 ★ 4.0 • 4,810 ft • 22 ft • 190 • • hike
      Moderately popular blue difficulty family friendly singletrack. This hike primary trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 22 ft blue climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 12 minutes to complete this trail.
      1
      Switchbacks
      • 35 ★ 4.0 • 1,102 ft • 0 ft • 190 •
      Less popular black difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill primary. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

      Today
      • 1 rides
      Yesterday
      • 1 rides
      Past Week
      • 19 rides

      Photos of Old Kilpatrick Mountain Bike

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      Videos of Old Kilpatrick Mountain Bike

      crash
      mtb
      0:27 | 162 | Apr 24, 2023
      Ok hill bottom field
      mtb
      0:14 | 219 | Jun 9, 2016
      ok saturday
      mtb
      3:38 | 254 | Apr 30, 2016
      Me and my Boy having some MTB fun
      mtb
      5:56 | 113 | Oct 10, 2015
      Ews track
      mtb
      2:30 | 218 | Sep 1, 2015
      Sheep-drop down to middle
      mtb
      trail: The Valley
      0:50 | 991 | Apr 8, 2015
      ruined
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      trail: The Valley
      5:23 | 818 | Oct 18, 2014
      New bottom field line
      mtb
      0:09 | 208 | Apr 19, 2014

      Recent Trail Reports

      statustraildateconditioninfouser
      28 Inches
      Sep 5, 2026 @ 2:35pm (Europe/London)
      Sep 5, 2026
      		 IdealE-Bike fully trimmed and the worst of the ruts...franciscobegbie
      Hitman
      Aug 8, 2026 @ 2:13pm (Europe/London)
      Aug 8, 2026
      		 VariableThere's multiple blockages from about...franciscobegbie
      Prime Ridge
      Jul 12, 2026 @ 1:22am (Pacific/Midway)
      Jul 12, 2026
      		 Prevalent MudGravel Bike mtcerio
      Down the Pipeline
      Jul 12, 2026 @ 1:22am (Pacific/Midway)
      Jul 12, 2026
      		 WetGravel Bike mtcerio
      Pat's Rock
      Jul 12, 2026 @ 1:22am (Pacific/Midway)
      Jul 12, 2026
      		 IdealGravel Bike Very boggy and overgrown on the final...mtcerio
      Greenside Reservoir Access Road
      Jul 12, 2026 @ 1:22am (Pacific/Midway)
      Jul 12, 2026
      		 DryGravel Bike mtcerio
      The Slacks Descent
      Jul 12, 2026 @ 1:22am (Pacific/Midway)
      Jul 12, 2026
      		 IdealGravel Bike mtcerio
      Humphrey Road
      Jul 12, 2026 @ 1:22am (Pacific/Midway)
      Jul 12, 2026
      		 DryGravel Bike mtcerio
      Sesame Street
      Jun 14, 2026 @ 12:29pm (Europe/London)
      Jun 14, 2026
      		 IdealE-Bike Bit hard to find as not familiar with it...andrewyQkzpb
      Bottom Field
      Jun 14, 2026 @ 12:29pm (Europe/London)
      Jun 14, 2026
      		 IdealE-Bike ExcellentandrewyQkzpb

      Activity Feed

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      franciscobegbieaddreportactivity #103087920
      Sep 5, 2026 @ 6:38am
      Sep 5, 2026
      RichardPettigrewaddtrailactivity #102887277
      Sep 2, 2026 @ 5:55am
      Sep 2, 2026
      franciscobegbieaddreportactivity #102771988
      Aug 31, 2026 @ 12:29pm
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      franciscobegbieaddreportactivity #100998388
      Aug 8, 2026 @ 6:13am
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      Scottwilson149wishlistregionactivity #100883715
      Aug 6, 2026 @ 12:30pm
      Aug 6, 2026

      Recent Comments

      usernametypetitlecommentdate
      Ray-WarntrailSpexy BeastTree down blocking trial
      Sep 7, 2025 @ 7:20am
      Sep 7, 2025
      dirt-diggler-123trailSwitchbacksCool trail Grass needs a trim 🎉👌🏼
      Jul 20, 2025 @ 3:04am
      Jul 20, 2025
      dirt-diggler-123trailSwitchbacksCool turns Grass needs a trim
      Jul 20, 2025 @ 3:04am
      Jul 20, 2025
      dirt-diggler-123trail28 InchesMoocho fun , needs a hair cut though 👌🏼
      Jul 20, 2025 @ 3:03am
      Jul 20, 2025
      dirt-diggler-123trailMinceurs and TattiesRode it for the first time on Wednesday, good...
      Jul 20, 2025 @ 3:02am
      Jul 20, 2025

      Nearby Areas

      namedistance
      The Whangie 14.4 km
      Mugdock Park 6 295.2 km
      Dawsholm Park6.4 km
      Ben Bowie 2 68.4 km
      Lennox Forest 6 228.9 km

      Local Badges

      Local Mountain Biking Directory


      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike7162 miles12,890 ft35 miles1,289 ft
      		#1,587#571846847,505
      E-Bike7162 miles12,890 ft35 miles1,289 ft
      		#1,478#59162211,565
      Gravel Bike2733 miles2,569 ft12 miles1,220 ft
      		#1,158#633102123
      Adaptive Bike11,352 ft49 ft361 ft49 ft
      		#1,158#631
      Winter Fat Bike52 miles922 ft2 miles469 ft
      		#1,158#636
      Hike5659 miles10,440 ft32 miles1,289 ft
      		#2,845#401588303
      Trail Running5659 miles10,440 ft32 miles1,289 ft
      		#2,347#39588745

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Old Kilpatrick?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Old Kilpatrick are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      ▼ What is the best time of the year to ride in Old Kilpatrick?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Old Kilpatrick are:
      • May (30 activities)
      • April (27 activities)
      • July (26 activities)
      Check the Old Kilpatrick reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Old Kilpatrick?
      There are 2 parking locations listed in Old Kilpatrick. The most popular parking spots are:
      ▼ What is the longest trail in Old Kilpatrick?
      The longest trail in Old Kilpatrick is John Muir Way Section at 5.7 km. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Old Kilpatrick?
      ▼ How many trails are in Old Kilpatrick?
      Old Kilpatrick has a total of 71 trails. Browse top mountain biking trails in Old Kilpatrick to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Old Kilpatrick?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Old Kilpatrick is Clyde Coastal Path with 133 m of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Old Kilpatrick?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Old Kilpatrick is The Valley with 276 m of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Old Kilpatrick?
      Old Kilpatrick supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Old Kilpatrick?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Old Kilpatrick is Trail with an average grade of 12.1%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ What trails have the biggest jumps in Old Kilpatrick?
      The trails with the biggest jumps in Old Kilpatrick are: Browse all mountain bike trails to find trails with jumps and technical features.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Old Kilpatrick?
      The overall region status for Old Kilpatrick is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 62 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 44
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 12
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 5
      • Closed: 1
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ What are the trail conditions in Old Kilpatrick?
      Based on trail reports from the past week in Old Kilpatrick:
      • Ideal: 1 trail
      Check the Old Kilpatrick trail status page for the most current conditions and recent trail reports.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Old Kilpatrick?
      Yes, Old Kilpatrick supports e-bike riding. There are 69 trails in Old Kilpatrick that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
      ▼ What type of bike is most common in Old Kilpatrick?
      Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Old Kilpatrick are:
      • AM (9 activities)
      Check the Old Kilpatrick activity logs for more details.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Old Kilpatrick?
      The most popular Strava segments in Old Kilpatrick are:
      • Dunglass Roundabout To Forth Avenue (6,257 athletes)
      • Fast past the petrol station (5,799 athletes)
      • Erskine Bridge to Basin (5,731 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Old Kilpatrick.
      ▼ What trails are closed in Old Kilpatrick?
      There are currently 1 closed trails in Old Kilpatrick. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
      • Clear / Green: 44
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 12
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 5
      • Closed: 1
      View all closed trails for the latest updates.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Old Kilpatrick?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Old Kilpatrick?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Old Kilpatrick are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Old Kilpatrick.
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