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SaveTilgate Forest near Crawley in Sussex is part of the UK cycle network so it is suitable to ride mountain bikes there.
The majority of the downhill/freeride stuff is fairly large and not for the inexperienced but there are select parts that would probably be manageable by novices.
Tilgate Forest also has plenty of XC and Singletrack trails for you to explore and there's no restriction on when you can ride. People have clearly put a ot of work into the riding facilities so be respectful and don't wreck anything or leave litter.
The majority of the downhill/freeride stuff is fairly large and not for the inexperienced but there are select parts that would probably be manageable by novices.
Tilgate Forest also has plenty of XC and Singletrack trails for you to explore and there's no restriction on when you can ride. People have clearly put a ot of work into the riding facilities so be respectful and don't wreck anything or leave litter.
Primary Trail Type: All-Mountain & Downhill
Land Status: Managed by Local Riding Association
This region uses the Uk/Euro style trail grading system.
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- Mountain Bike
13 trails
- E-Bike
13 trails
- Hike
10 trails
- Trail Running
12 trails
Region Details
- 2
- 1
- 10
Region Status
Open as of Sep 3, 2026Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 13
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 13
- Trails E-Bike
- 13
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 2
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 1
- Trails Horse
- 2
- Trails Hike
- 10
- Trails Trail Running
- 12
- Total Distance
- 5 miles
- Total Descent Distance
- 2 miles
- Total Descent
- 526 ft
- Total Vertical
- 185 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 498 ft
- Reports
- 47
- Photos
- 17
- Completed Counter
- 1,182
Popular Tilgate Forest Mountain Biking Trails
• 100 ★ 0.0 • 915 ft • 0 ft • 79 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill primary and has a moderate overall physical rating. It features berm and jump. On average it takes 7 minutes to complete this trail.
• 50 ★ 5.0 • 1 mile • 44 ft • 64 •
Moderately popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 7 minutes to complete this trail.
• 60 ★ 4.0 • 2,421 ft • 65 ft • 61 •
Moderately popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
• 45 ★ 4.0 • 1,768 ft • 45 ft • 58 •
Moderately popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
• 55 ★ 0.0 • 1,680 ft • 0 ft • 54 •
Moderately popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
• 50 ★ 0.0 • 722 ft • 48 ft • 51 •
Moderately popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
• 75 ★ 4.0 • 1,745 ft • 19 ft • 51 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
• 85 ★ 0.0 • 719 ft • 0 ft • 46 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill primary and has a easy overall physical rating. On average it takes 5 minutes to complete this trail.
Tilgate Forest Mountain Bike Routes
25 miles • 2,003 ft • 1 • Loop •
Route leaves Crawley on the Worth Way (NCN21) cycle route, which is a gravel route, then road to Werewood...
20 miles • 1,309 ft • 0 • Loop •
Ride leaves Crawley on urban cycle routes and bridleway to Kilnwood estate were it crosses the A264. The...
25 miles • 1,242 ft • 0 • Loop •
This route starts at the Cafe at Tilgate golf course, then the heads out across the Golf course to the...
630 ft • 0 • Point to Point •
Short DH section with a few berms and a small rock garden. better ridden in the summer
Photos of Tilgate Forest Mountain Bike
Videos of Tilgate Forest Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burnt Place Bridleway | Jul 8, 2026 @ 6:17pm (Europe/London) Jul 8, 2026 | Unknown | ThexMiniman | ||
| Muddy Arse | Jul 8, 2026 @ 6:17pm (Europe/London) Jul 8, 2026 | Wet | ThexMiniman | ||
| Old School | Jul 8, 2026 @ 6:17pm (Europe/London) Jul 8, 2026 | Unknown | ThexMiniman | ||
| Buck Wild | Jul 8, 2026 @ 6:17pm (Europe/London) Jul 8, 2026 | Prevalent Mud | ThexMiniman | ||
| Chewbacca’s Belt | May 17, 2026 @ 12:29pm (Europe/London) May 17, 2026 | Unknown | pedallingplumber | ||
| Mr Bradley Top | Sep 17, 2025 @ 6:01pm (Europe/London) Sep 17, 2025 | Wet | ThexMiniman | ||
| Stumps Bumps and Berms | Sep 17, 2025 @ 6:01pm (Europe/London) Sep 17, 2025 | Wet | ThexMiniman | ||
| Naughty Boy | Sep 17, 2025 @ 6:01pm (Europe/London) Sep 17, 2025 | Wet | ThexMiniman | ||
| Tilgate Climb | Sep 17, 2025 @ 6:01pm (Europe/London) Sep 17, 2025 | Wet | ThexMiniman | ||
| Toasty | May 1, 2025 @ 6:37am May 1, 2025 | Ideal | Olimobile |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 150615 | wishlist | region | activity #104545268 | Sep 25, 2026 @ 4:55am Sep 25, 2026 |
| VioRoman | checkin | trail | activity #101978655 | Aug 21, 2026 @ 6:17am Aug 21, 2026 |
| VioRoman | ridden | trail | activity #101978654 | Aug 21, 2026 @ 6:17am Aug 21, 2026 |
| 1992chrisjames | ridden | trail | activity #100411710 | Jul 31, 2026 @ 7:28am Jul 31, 2026 |
| agtom | wishlist | route | activity #99801329 | Jul 23, 2026 @ 12:27am Jul 23, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| trail | Gentle beginners run | Apr 15, 2024 @ 9:55am Apr 15, 2024 | ||
| trail | Twisty fun. No issue for beginners | Nov 4, 2023 @ 1:05pm Nov 4, 2023 | ||
| trail | Fun twisty singletrack. Best for summer as... | Nov 4, 2023 @ 1:04pm Nov 4, 2023 | ||
| trail | This trail not both directions. All the jumps... | Oct 16, 2023 @ 12:07pm Oct 16, 2023 |
Nearby Areas
| name | distance | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buchan Country Park | 1 | 3 | 2.2 km | ||
| St Leonards Forest | 9 | 10 | 4.3 km | ||
| Deers Leap Bike Park (Closed) | 1 | 9 | 6.6 km | ||
| Redlands Woods | 10.1 km | ||||
| North Downs | 4 | 4 | 1 | 12.1 km |
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Bike | 13 | 5 miles | 525 ft | 2 miles | 187 ft | #5,688 | #164 | 17 | 47 | 5 | 4,732 | |
| E-Bike | 13 | 5 miles | 525 ft | 2 miles | 187 ft | #5,145 | #205 | 46 | 2 | 293 | ||
| Gravel Bike | 2 | 1 mile | 10 ft | 663 ft | 187 ft | #9,240 | #439 | 1 | 3 | |||
| Winter Fat Bike | 1 | 1 mile | 7 ft | 476 ft | 187 ft | #9,240 | #439 | |||||
| Horse | 2 | 1 mile | 10 ft | 663 ft | 187 ft | 5 | ||||||
| Hike | 10 | 4 miles | 394 ft | 2 miles | 187 ft | #9,787 | #255 | 43 | 2 | 64 | ||
| Trail Running | 12 | 5 miles | 466 ft | 2 miles | 187 ft | #8,855 | #229 | 43 | 1 | 101 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Tilgate Forest?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Tilgate Forest are:
- Old School (4.1/5)
- Toasty (4.1/5)
- Muddy Arse (4/5)
- Chewbacca’s Belt (4/5)
- Buck Wild (4/5)
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Where can I park to ride in Tilgate Forest?
Check the Tilgate Forest 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 Tilgate Forest?
The longest trail in Tilgate Forest is Toasty at 1.0 mile. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Tilgate Forest?
The best hiking trails in Tilgate Forest are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Tilgate Forest?
The best trail running trails in Tilgate Forest are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Tilgate Forest?
Tilgate Forest has a total of 13 trails. Browse top mountain biking trails in Tilgate Forest to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Tilgate Forest?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Tilgate Forest is Chewbacca’s Belt with 65 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Tilgate Forest?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Tilgate Forest is Muddy Arse with 97 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Tilgate Forest?
Tilgate Forest supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Tilgate Forest?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Tilgate Forest is Short But Sweet with an average grade of 6.6%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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What trails have the biggest jumps in Tilgate Forest?
The trails with the biggest jumps in Tilgate Forest are: Browse all mountain bike trails to find trails with jumps and technical features.
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Are the trails open in Tilgate Forest?
The overall region status for Tilgate Forest is Clear / Green. Out of 11 trails:
- Clear / Green: 9
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 2
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Can I ride an ebike in Tilgate Forest?
Yes, Tilgate Forest supports e-bike riding. There are 12 trails in Tilgate Forest 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 mountain biking routes in Tilgate Forest?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Tilgate Forest are: View all mountain biking routes in Tilgate Forest.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Tilgate Forest?
The most popular Strava segments in Tilgate Forest are:
- Muddy Arse by JJ (258 athletes)
- Fiddle through the trees (224 athletes)
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Tilgate Forest?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Tilgate Forest are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Tilgate Forest?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Tilgate Forest are:
- Mr Bradley Top (0/5)
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