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      Tulbagh 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, E-Biking, Adaptive Biking, Trail Running and Hiking. Popular destinations include Tulbagh MTB Trails.
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      Region Details
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      Region Status
      Open as of Aug 22, 2026
      Local Trail Association

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      59
      Trails Mountain Bike
      59
      Trails E-Bike
      43
      Trails Gravel Bike
      31
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      25
      Trails Hike
      21
      Trails Trail Running
      23
      Total Distance
      100 miles
      Total Descent Distance
      40 miles
      Total Descent
      10,012 ft
      Total Vertical
      3,276 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      3,718 ft
      Reports
      93
      Photos
      6
      Completed Counter
      2,750
      Sub Regions

      Popular Tulbagh Mountain Biking Trails

      95 4.0 2,559 ft 43 ft 148
      This fun bit of singletrack is nice a flowy and under the shade of the indigenous trees. In spring the flowers make it seem like a fairy garden.
      100 4.0 3,209 ft 3 ft 133
      This little piece of trail is an old classic flowy and foresty section. Look out for the Fish Eagle nest up in the Blue Gums. This single track has been used in many races and with a bit of pedalling the rider is rewarded. It pops you...
      100 4.0 3,839 ft 45 ft 122
      This beautiful piece of single track meanders through the pristine Welbedacht Nature Reserve. The trail winds its way through some beautifully preserved indigenous fynbos. Look out for the Zebra and Springbok which are often encountered...
      90 0.0 1 mile 75 ft 113
      This piece continues as part of the Tulbagh Farm Route. Flat and scenic with a piece of single track, it connects the Farm Route back to Theuniskraal farm.
      95 0.0 4,409 ft 144 ft 104
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 8 minutes to complete this trail.
      90 0.0 2 miles 62 ft 103
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 11 minutes to complete this trail.
      75 4.0 6 miles 928 ft 84
      The Legendary Bone Trail into Labyrinth into Poplar forest. Due to farming taking place part of the original trail has been ploughed for farming. The revised piece links the labyrinth to the poplar forest and will be extended. A great...
      55 3.0 2 miles 10 ft 61
      This fast decent is a real highlight of the Bone Trail and is affectionately known as Geelslang (Cape Cobra). This trail was built by Deon Wilkins (along with the rest of the Bone Trail) and carries the rider through the more indigenous...

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      Tulbagh Mountain Bike Routes

      5.0 11 miles 669 ft 9 Loop
      This trail meanders though some of the well know wine farms of the area, including Twee Jonge Gezellen,...
      5.0 22 miles 2,774 ft 6 Loop
      The Bone Trail. This Iconic trail is over 10 years old and the pride and passion of the Tulbagh MTB Club...
      20 miles 1,220 ft 11 Loop
      This Route starts and Finishes at Raptor Rise Guest house and traverses the valley mostly on farm roads. A...
      36 miles 4,171 ft 14
      This route is a mixture of The Traditional Bone Trail and the Valley Ride. Starting at Raptors Rise the...
      4 miles 797 ft 3 Loop
      Loop around La Bruyere. Extension to the Bone Trail route. This route is not clearly marked and requires...

      Photos of Tulbagh Mountain Bike

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      Dec 7, 2021 @ 11:49am
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      Recent Trail Reports

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      Bone Trail Single Track Bypass to Town
      Apr 26, 2026 @ 10:59am (Africa/Johannesburg)
      Apr 26, 2026
      VariableE-Bike a few over-grown tree\bushes in trail ,...Ditch83
      Bone Trail: Labyrinth to Poplar Forest
      Apr 26, 2026 @ 10:59am (Africa/Johannesburg)
      Apr 26, 2026
      Very DryE-Bike lots if rain ruts up & down .Ditch83
      Steinthal Road
      Apr 26, 2026 @ 10:59am (Africa/Johannesburg)
      Apr 26, 2026
      DryE-Bike Ditch83
      Bone Trail: Climb to Leopard Tree and Traverse to Geelslang
      Dec 30, 2025 @ 10:51am (Africa/Johannesburg)
      Dec 30, 2025
      Unknown Trail in great condition. Leopard...toastttoast Tulbagh
      Saronsberg Connection
      Dec 30, 2025 @ 10:46am (Africa/Johannesburg)
      Dec 30, 2025
      Ideal Trail signage missing in places new...toastttoast Tulbagh
      Kliprivier and Jan se bos
      Dec 30, 2025 @ 10:44am (Africa/Johannesburg)
      Dec 30, 2025
      Dry Trail in good condition. A couple new...toastttoast Tulbagh
      Buchu Trail
      Dec 30, 2025 @ 10:19am (Africa/Johannesburg)
      Dec 30, 2025
      Ideal Unfortunately this trail has been closed...toastttoast Tulbagh
      Bone Trail 2 : Geelslang
      Dec 30, 2025 @ 9:59am (Africa/Johannesburg)
      Dec 29, 2025
      Very Dry Trail being ploughed by farmer. Currently...toastttoast Tulbagh
      Theuniskraal Single Track
      Feb 17, 2025 @ 10:14am
      Feb 17, 2025
      Dry Needs a bit of a trim but rideabletoastttoast Tulbagh
      Wilding Loop
      Jan 24, 2025 @ 7:31am
      Jan 24, 2025
      IdealE-Bike Signage updated. Trail has recently been...grantnoble

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      Recent Comments

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      MichaelrnAgmLtrailFlippies Fairy GardenTrail is badly damaged from the flooding and...
      Jun 15, 2026 @ 12:10am
      Jun 15, 2026
      ErnieGtrailBuchu TrailBuchu trail is closed for alien clearing and...
      Mar 23, 2026 @ 1:00pm
      Mar 23, 2026
      NikkiKB5ECltrailSaronsberg ConnectionSection of trail.has been washed away....
      Dec 28, 2024 @ 4:10am
      Dec 28, 2024
      Milky4130reportThe MeadowsThank You, I guess another trip out of Cape...
      Dec 14, 2021 @ 12:42am
      Dec 14, 2021
      toastttoastreportThe MeadowsThanks for the report. Trail since cleared
      Dec 13, 2021 @ 11:20pm
      Dec 13, 2021

      Local Badges


      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike59100 miles10,013 ft40 miles3,278 ft
      #3,901#6969351,538
      E-Bike4374 miles8,038 ft28 miles3,278 ft
      #2,248#92905275
      Gravel Bike3161 miles4,849 ft24 miles1,493 ft
      #7,920#8011
      Adaptive Bike2544 miles2,339 ft15 miles997 ft
      #1,345#2728
      Hike2135 miles4,636 ft15 miles3,212 ft
      #5,234#11386103
      Trail Running2338 miles5,407 ft16 miles3,212 ft
      #4,484#1048792

      Frequently Asked Questions

      What are the best places to ride in Tulbagh?
      Tulbagh has 1 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Tulbagh?
      Where can I park to ride in Tulbagh?
      There are 1 parking locations listed in Tulbagh. The most popular parking spots are:
      What is the longest trail in Tulbagh?
      The longest trail in Tulbagh is Kliprivier and Jan se bos at 17.8 km. View all trails sorted by distance.
      How many trails are in Tulbagh?
      Tulbagh has a total of 59 trails. Browse top mountain biking trails in Tulbagh to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      Which trail has the most elevation gain in Tulbagh?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Tulbagh is Witzenberg: Wagon Trail to the Cross with 765 m of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      Which trail has the most elevation descent in Tulbagh?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Tulbagh is Kliprivier and Jan se bos with 606 m of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      What activities are most popular in Tulbagh?
      Tulbagh supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Adaptive Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
      What bike services are there in Tulbagh?
      The following bike services are available in Tulbagh:
      • Accommodation (11)
      • Trail Association (2)
      • Club (1)
      Browse the full Tulbagh directory for details.
      What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Tulbagh?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Tulbagh is Witzenberg: Wagon Trail to the Cross with an average grade of 10.3%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Tulbagh?
      Yes, there are 1 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Tulbagh. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
      Are the trails open in Tulbagh?
      The overall region status for Tulbagh is Clear / Green. Out of 35 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 27
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 4
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 3
      • Closed: 1
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      Can I ride an ebike in Tulbagh?
      Yes, Tulbagh supports e-bike riding. There are 44 trails in Tulbagh 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 Tulbagh?
      What is the highest summit in Tulbagh?
      The highest summit in Tulbagh is Groot-Winterhoekpiek at 2,032 m elevation.
      What are the most popular Strava Segments in Tulbagh?
      The most popular Strava segments in Tulbagh are:
      • Fiery Forrest (1,115 athletes)
      • Schalkenbosch down down down (899 athletes)
      • Wilding to Buchu's Peak (708 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Tulbagh.
      What are some popular technical trail features in Tulbagh?
      There are 1 technical trail features (TTFs) in Tulbagh. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in Tulbagh.
      What trails are closed in Tulbagh?
      There are currently 1 closed trails in Tulbagh. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
      • Clear / Green: 27
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 4
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 3
      • Closed: 1
      View all closed trails for the latest updates.
      Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Tulbagh?
      Yes, there are 26 accessible/adaptive trails in Tulbagh. View all adaptive trails in Tulbagh for specific accessibility information.
      Are there local clubs or events in Tulbagh?
      There are 3 local clubs or associations listed in the Tulbagh directory. Browse the local directory for details.
      What are the best beginner ride trails in Tulbagh?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Tulbagh are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Tulbagh.

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