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SavePoole 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, Winter Fat Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking and E-Biking.
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- Mountain Bike
9 trails
- E-Bike
4 trails
- Gravel Bike
6 trails
- Adaptive Bike
5 trails
- Winter Fat Bike
7 trails
- Hike
8 trails
- Trail Running
8 trails
Region Details
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Region Status
Open as of Sep 1, 2026Stats
- Trails (view details)
- 9
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 9
- Trails E-Bike
- 4
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 6
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 5
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 7
- Trails Hike
- 8
- Trails Trail Running
- 8
- Total Distance
- 2 miles
- Total Descent
- 632 ft
- Total Vertical
- 218 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 226 ft
- Reports
- 29
- Photos
- 42
- Completed Counter
- 121
Popular Poole Mountain Biking Trails
• 75 ★ 0.0 • 389 ft • 0 ft • 64 •
Man made single and double dirt jumps in a line.
• 100 ★ 0.0 • 964 ft • 0 ft • 56 •
A fairly straight downhill path, with spaced out drops created by large railway sleepers laid in the ground. You can go pretty quickly, but watch out for dog walkers (visibility is good though, so shouldn't be a problem) There's a...
• 25 ★ 4.0 • 1,876 ft • 0 ft • 47 •
A simple and short dh trail for beginners to learn to ride at speed
• 90 ★ 0.0 • 1,337 ft • 0 ft • 45 •
Good fun trail with a mixture of features; a few drop-offs and some good corners. No man-made stuff like berms present. Watch out for dog walkers or cyclists coming the other way (there is an uphill Strava segment, so people do come up...
• 5 ★ 0.0 • 334 ft • 2 ft • 38 •
A short downhill section with a jump half way down. Watch out for a little jump at the bottom that's easy to miss (or hit accidentally)
• 45 ★ 4.0 • 1,540 ft • 0 ft • 37 •
Another simple trail for all types with a short steep gravelly section for the slightly more capable.
• 30 ★ 0.0 • 484 ft • 0 ft • 28 •
Down hill double track that starts off on gravel. Fast section of trail but watch out for dog walkers. The associated Strava segment isn't an exact match at the end of the trail.
Poole Mountain Bike Routes
28 miles • 1,573 ft • 0 •
Talbot Woods to the Purbecks using the Sandbanks Ferry. Banks Arms,Old Harry Rocks, 9 Barrow Down then...
Photos of Poole Mountain Bike
Videos of Poole Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bombhole - middle line | Jul 6, 2025 @ 5:28am Jul 6, 2025 | Dry | Ben3141592653 | ||
| DH Canford Heath | Jun 26, 2024 @ 10:28am Jun 26, 2024 | Dry | gazb1966 | ||
| Alternative DH to Canford Heath | Jun 26, 2024 @ 10:25am Jun 26, 2024 | Dry | gazb1966 | ||
| Little slog DH | Jan 16, 2022 @ 8:17am Jan 16, 2022 | Wet | Cook1e20 | ||
| Holes Bay Cycle Path | Oct 24, 2021 @ 2:16am Oct 24, 2021 | Variable | kevpuk | ||
| The steps | May 19, 2020 @ 10:11am May 19, 2020 | Dry | tonemtb | ||
| Bombhole | Apr 9, 2019 @ 5:04am Apr 9, 2019 | Variable | gordonfontaine | ||
| DH to Canford Heath | Feb 20, 2017 @ 1:49pm Feb 20, 2017 | Dry | 8R4D |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TomaszMietki | wishlist | route | activity #95303785 | May 23, 2026 @ 4:20am May 23, 2026 |
| TomaszMietki | wishlist | route | activity #95199215 | May 21, 2026 @ 1:59pm May 21, 2026 |
| YHWgeg | ridden | route | activity #90356817 | Mar 10, 2026 @ 4:26pm Mar 10, 2026 |
| lucas2355 | ridden | trail | activity #86710325 | Jan 5, 2026 @ 1:48pm Jan 5, 2026 |
| trailforks | add | video | activity #81296824 | Sep 28, 2025 @ 10:00am Sep 28, 2025 |
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Bike | 9 | 2 miles | 633 ft | 2 miles | 217 ft | #11,832 | #445 | 42 | 29 | 2 | 3,799 | |
| E-Bike | 4 | 1 mile | 207 ft | 4,984 ft | 213 ft | #9,636 | #412 | 24 | 2 | 260 | ||
| Gravel Bike | 6 | 2 miles | 459 ft | 2 miles | 213 ft | #3,241 | #195 | 18 | 8 | |||
| Adaptive Bike | 5 | 1 mile | 427 ft | 1 mile | 141 ft | #5,479 | #235 | 18 | ||||
| Winter Fat Bike | 7 | 1 mile | 479 ft | 1 mile | 144 ft | #3,501 | #221 | 17 | ||||
| Hike | 8 | 2 miles | 584 ft | 2 miles | 217 ft | #13,800 | #505 | 26 | 2 | 26 | ||
| Trail Running | 8 | 2 miles | 584 ft | 2 miles | 217 ft | #13,372 | #495 | 26 | 1 | 6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Poole?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Poole are:
- Alternative DH to Canford Heath (4/5)
- DH Canford Heath (4/5)
- Holes Bay Cycle Path (0/5)
- The steps (0/5)
- Little slog DH (0/5)
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Where can I park to ride in Poole?
Check the Poole trail map for trailhead and parking information. Community members regularly update access and parking details for trails in the area.
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What is the longest trail in Poole?
The longest trail in Poole is Holes Bay Cycle Path at 4,734 ft. View all trails sorted by distance.
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How many trails are in Poole?
Poole has a total of 9 trails. Browse top mountain biking trails in Poole to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Poole?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Poole is Holes Bay Cycle Path with 10 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Poole?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Poole is Alternative DH to Canford Heath with 133 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Poole?
Poole supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What bike services are there in Poole?
The following bike services are available in Poole:
- Bike Shop (7)
- Race Team (1)
- Other (1)
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Are the trails open in Poole?
Out of 8 trails:
- Clear / Green: 8
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Can I ride an ebike in Poole?
Yes, Poole supports e-bike riding. There are 4 trails in Poole that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Poole?
The most popular Strava segments in Poole are:
- Upton Country Park Blast (8,346 athletes)
- Upton Sidewinder (8,281 athletes)
- just the forest gate to gate (8,209 athletes)
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Poole?
Yes, there are 5 accessible/adaptive trails in Poole. View all adaptive trails in Poole for specific accessibility information.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Poole?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Poole are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Poole?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Poole are:
- Alternative DH to Canford Heath (4/5)
- DH Canford Heath (4/5)
- Holes Bay Cycle Path (0/5)
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