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      Selkirk 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 Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, Gravel Biking, Horseback, Winter Fat Biking and Adaptive Biking. Trails here are often faint trail and flowy. Common trail features include drops, berms and rock slabs. Many trails are family friendly. Popular destinations include Yair and Bowhill.
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      This region uses the Uk/Euro style trail grading system.

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      Region Details
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      Region Status
      Open as of Sep 25, 2026
      Local Trail Association

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      119
      Trails Mountain Bike
      118
      Trails E-Bike
      116
      Trails Gravel Bike
      68
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      1
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      25
      Trails Horse
      30
      Trails Hike
      84
      Trails Trail Running
      84
      Total Distance
      86 miles
      Total Descent
      19,537 ft
      Total Vertical
      1,307 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      1,703 ft
      Reports
      489
      Photos
      41
      Completed Counter
      14,987

      Sub Regions

      • Bowhill
        • 8
        Caution on May 19, 2026
      • Yair
        • 10
        • 10
        • 12
        • 11
        • 2
        Caution on Sep 25, 2026

      Popular Selkirk Mountain Biking Trails

      • 90 ★ 3.7 • 3,661 ft • 0 ft • 458 • • hike
      Multi-user path to/from the Three Brethren
      • 95 ★ 4.0 • 2,034 ft • 0 ft • 347 •
      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. Trail visibility is sometimes hard to follow. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 55 ★ 4.0 • 650 ft • 0 ft • 301 •
      Starting with a steep chute (I think there is a mellower option a couple of metres further along) , the trail flows nicely over some thin single-track before a wide corner puts you down a little ridge onto the fire road.
      • 100 ★ 4.6 • 2,428 ft • 0 ft • 296 •
      Highly rated popular black difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating. It features drop. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 100 ★ 0.0 • 3,107 ft • 0 ft • 287 • • hike
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This hike primary trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 0 ft blue climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 85 ★ 2.4 • 3,245 ft • 56 ft • 277 •
      Popular red difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 56 ft blue climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 10 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 40 ★ 4.3 • 738 ft • 3 ft • 264 •
      Moderately popular black difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used one direction. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.
      • 65 ★ 1.0 • 4,452 ft • 22 ft • 244 •
      Moderately popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 22 ft blue climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 14 minutes to complete this trail.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

      Today

      • 1 rides

      Yesterday

      • 1 rides
      Past Week
      • 7 rides

      Selkirk Mountain Bike Routes

      Big Beastie Featured
      ★ 5.0 • 50 miles • 9,176 ft • 26 • Point to Point •
      Unofficial Point to Point route taking in some of the best, and most technical singletrack of the Tweed...
      9 miles • 2,394 ft • 3 •
      Good all the best trails in yair.
      68 miles • 12,361 ft • 28 • Point to Point •
      Big Beastie 2. Pack a tent
      68 miles • 12,361 ft • 36 • Out & Back •
      Adulterated for my purposes
      34 miles • 6,537 ft • 14 • Loop •
      Nice variation on the classic 'Beastie' route in the tweed valley by departing on the SUW and heading over...
      52 miles • 10,606 ft • 30 • Point to Point •
      Big Beastie route. One for the fitter riders

      Photos of Selkirk Mountain Bike

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      Videos of Selkirk Mountain Bike

      Off the saddle, Yair Forest, Tweed Valley,...
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      3:16 | 72 | Sep 23, 2022
      Ginger Mullet, Yair Forest, Tweed Valley,...
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      8:28 | 108 | Sep 23, 2022
      HEAPS
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      trail: Up
      0:39 | 37 | Oct 23, 2017
      Best of 2015 - DH Mountain Biking
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      5:24 | 223 | Jan 13, 2016
      Cycle Junkies chilli challenge pt2
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      trail: Scorpion
      0:20 | 89 | Mar 4, 2015
      Cycle Junkies chilli challenge
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      trail: Scorpion
      4:38 | 114 | Mar 4, 2015
      HAVING FUN AT PENSHAW
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      0:08 | 42 | Feb 22, 2015
      Devil's Staircase to Ciaran Path
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      3:37 | 174 | Dec 5, 2014

      Recent Trail Reports

      Activity Feed

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      Keefy67commenttrailactivity #104773317
      Sep 28, 2026 @ 4:03am
      Sep 28, 2026
      alexanderRg6tYraddreportactivity #104547201
      Sep 25, 2026 @ 5:43am
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      marccr0wleyupdatetrailactivity #103772428
      Sep 14, 2026 @ 4:44am
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      lewamyriddentrailactivity #103500629
      Sep 10, 2026 @ 2:32pm
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      Digs6riddentrailactivity #101435731
      Aug 13, 2026 @ 11:46pm
      Aug 13, 2026

      Recent Comments

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      Keefy67trailPeat Law HeightsGreat views 😄
      Sep 28, 2026 @ 4:03am
      Sep 28, 2026
      GrasscuttertrailYair ManTrailforks didn't say closed, top half is...
      May 26, 2025 @ 12:58pm
      May 26, 2025
      alfyboytrailSweaty BumTrees down about 50ft from end of trail
      May 24, 2025 @ 12:56pm
      May 24, 2025
      PaulbaRQVztrailMurfs CamberSteep chute. Running fast and great condition.
      May 18, 2025 @ 3:38pm
      May 18, 2025
      PaulbaRQVztrail2 Hoes BroPerfect dry conditions. No issues. Running...
      May 18, 2025 @ 3:36pm
      May 18, 2025

      Local Badges


      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike11886 miles19,436 ft47 miles1,306 ft
      #1,873#623948176,051
      E-Bike11685 miles19,203 ft46 miles1,306 ft
      #1,516#6024542938
      Gravel Bike6862 miles9,012 ft32 miles1,306 ft
      #1,188#423335
      Adaptive Bike11,053 ft135 ft
      #4,435#1869
      Winter Fat Bike2533 miles5,115 ft16 miles1,296 ft
      #1,262#4624
      Horse3040 miles7,051 ft21 miles1,306 ft
      #1,062#44743
      Hike8475 miles12,415 ft38 miles1,306 ft
      #2,967#59336482
      Trail Running8475 miles12,415 ft38 miles1,306 ft
      #2,959#52336258

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the best places to ride in Selkirk?
      Selkirk has 3 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Selkirk?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Selkirk are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      ▼ What is the best time of the year to ride in Selkirk?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Selkirk are:
      • June (29 activities)
      • August (26 activities)
      • July (25 activities)
      Check the Selkirk reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Selkirk?
      There are 5 parking locations listed in Selkirk. 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 Selkirk?
      The longest trail in Selkirk is Southern Upland Way at 7.1 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Selkirk?
      ▼ How many trails are in Selkirk?
      Selkirk has a total of 119 trails. Of those, 118 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Selkirk to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Selkirk?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Selkirk is Southern Upland Way with 676 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Selkirk?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Selkirk is Southern Upland Way with 1,578 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Selkirk?
      Selkirk supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Selkirk?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Selkirk is Push Up with an average grade of 15.9%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Selkirk?
      Yes, there are 1 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Selkirk. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Selkirk?
      Out of 62 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 42
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 4
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 4
      • Closed: 12
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Selkirk?
      Yes, Selkirk supports e-bike riding. There are 80 trails in Selkirk 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 Selkirk?
      The most popular mountain biking routes in Selkirk are: View all mountain biking routes in Selkirk.
      ▼ What type of bike is most common in Selkirk?
      Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Selkirk are:
      • AM (7 activities)
      Check the Selkirk activity logs for more details.
      ▼ What is the highest summit in Selkirk?
      The highest summit in Selkirk is Brown Knowe at 1,713 ft elevation.
      ▼ What are the top sights to see in Selkirk?
      There are 2 notable sights in Selkirk. Some of the top sights include: Explore all points of interest in Selkirk.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Selkirk?
      The most popular Strava segments in Selkirk are:
      • Saddle to top (2,724 athletes)
      • Buzzard's Lair - shorter finish (2,275 athletes)
      • More Phew (2,205 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Selkirk.
      ▼ What trails are closed in Selkirk?
      There are currently 12 closed trails in Selkirk. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
      • Clear / Green: 42
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 4
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 4
      • Closed: 12
      View all closed trails for the latest updates.
      ▼ Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Selkirk?
      Yes, there are 1 accessible/adaptive trails in Selkirk. View all adaptive trails in Selkirk for specific accessibility information.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Selkirk?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Selkirk?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Selkirk are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Selkirk.
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