10.5 miles
Distance
1,492 ft
Climb
-1,488 ft
Descent
2,160 ft
High Point
4 ft
Altitude change
706 ft
Altitude min
1,513 ft
Altitude start
1,519 ft
Altitude end
-30.7%
Grade max
31.2%
Grade min
6 miles
Distance climb
4 miles
Distance down
1,591 ft
Distance flat

On the edge of The Lowther Hills this route takes in a network of estate tracks to give you some stiff climbing challenges, fast descend and sweet views across the Southern Uplands and beyond. Park anywhere on the minor road and join the route in a clockwise direction. Take the farm track at Garroch Water and soon after go through the gates on your left to join the track running parallel to the small river. The track fords the river and climbs up a short steep section with loose surface. In approximately 1 km take the track to your right and continue to climb uphill. In just under 1 km the track swings left and climbs steep uphill to Garroch Fell. At 606m most of the climbing is done, the hilltop track contours round the hillside and the final gradient takes you up to Gana Hill at 668m in just under 2km time.
The rough double track descend to Hard Hill and takes in some nice sequences of corners before levelling out and traversing around Haggie Hill. Watch the navigation here and avoid taking the track that drops you downhill to Chapel Burn
The track climbs up slightly before descending down to the burn and crossing over it. A short climb will bring you up to a well used double track that links to the minor road past Mitchellslacks.

Detailed Description
Mitchellsalacks is a 11 mile less popular intermediate route located near Ae. This mountain bike primary route can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route climbs 1,492 ft with a max elevation of 2,160 ft then descends -1,488 ft.

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Stats

  • Distance
    11 miles
  • Altitude min
    706 ft
  • Altitude start
    1,513 ft
  • Altitude end
    1,519 ft
  • Climb
    1,492 ft
  • Descent
    -1,488 ft
  • Grade max
    -30.7%
  • Grade min
    31.2%
  • Distance climb
    6 miles
  • Distance down
    4 miles
  • Distance flat
    1,591 ft

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Details

  • Riding area
    Ae
  • Primary Activity
    Mountain Bike
  • Other Activities
    • E-Bike
    • Gravel Bike
    • Horse
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Difficulty rating
    Blue
  • Route Type
    Loop
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes
  • Bike type
    XC, Gravel
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Physical rating
    Moderate
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