more stats
2,215 ft
Distance
-303 ft
Descent
00:02:40
Avg time
-303 ft
Altitude change
698 ft
Altitude min
1,002 ft
Altitude max
1,002 ft
Altitude start
699 ft
Altitude end
-13.7%
Grade
-34.6%
Grade max
-3.4%
Grade min
2,215 ft
Distance down
00:02:40
Avg time

Daves Trail Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
  • Riding Area
    Glentress
    Peebles
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    65 in Mountain Biking heatmap [+]
    • 65 in E-Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #52421 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #39144 in E-Biking
  • National Ranking
    #1,578 in Mountain Biking · United Kingdom [+]
    • #2,137 in E-Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    One Direction
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Season
    Fairly dry all year round
  • eBike Allowed
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Drop, Jump
  • Land Owner
    Forestry And Land Scotland

Nice flowy trail with steep parts and tighter sections. Chute halfway down optional. Some place where track splits into two then rejoins. Small climb halfway through. Jumps and small drops
Technicality comes from its steepness. Good warm up before trying Fort to gate

Access Info

New access from fireroad instead of fort plaque

This trail is unsanctioned.

Tags
BermsDropsFlowyJumps

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 3 rides
  • 9 miles average
6 Months
  • 60 rides
  • 14 miles avg distance
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  • 295 rides
  • Last: Nov 12, 2026
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on Sep 26, 2026
Ideal
Avg: 4.3 (14 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      Directions to daves-trail trailhead (55.651720, -3.163510)

      Photos

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Daves Trail located?
      Daves Trail is located in Glentress, Peebles, United Kingdom. It is part of the Glentress trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 55.65172, -3.16351.
      ▼ How hard is Daves Trail?
      Daves Trail is rated as Black difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 13.7%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Daves Trail?
      The trail has 303 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 698 ft to 1,002 ft.
      ▼ Is Daves Trail a point to point trail?
      Yes, Daves Trail is a point to point trail. The direction is One Direction. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Daves Trail?
      Daves Trail is 2,215 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Daves Trail?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Daves Trail. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Daves Trail?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Daves Trail are:
      • April (24 activities)
      • July (23 activities)
      • August (20 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How do I access Daves Trail? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Daves Trail are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Daves Trail?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 3 minutes to ride Daves Trail. The trail is 2,215 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Daves Trail?
      Daves Trail is a moderately popular trail. There have been 4,849 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 5,099 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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