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2,641 ft
Distance
-217 ft
Descent
00:02:13
Avg time
-217 ft
Altitude change
1,345 ft
Altitude min
1,562 ft
Altitude max
1,562 ft
Altitude start
1,345 ft
Altitude end
-8.2%
Grade
-23%
Grade max
-1%
Grade min
2,536 ft
Distance down
105 ft
Distance flat
00:02:13
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Groot Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
  • Riding Area
    BikePark Wales
    Abercanaid
  • Difficulty Rating
    Red Rate
  • Local Popularity
    60 in Mountain Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #1320 in Mountain Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM, XC
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
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  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Drop, Jump, Rock Garden
  • Year Opened
    2021

Hand cut natural trail. Fast and flowy with lots of rocks and roots

Access Info

Turn right off the Welted Welly trail, entrance is signposted

Bike Park

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 4 rides
  • 14 miles average
6 Months
  • 122 rides
  • 23 miles avg distance
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  • 672 rides
  • Last: Aug 10, 2026
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Wet
Avg: 3.99 (5 votes)
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Groot

        ▼ Where is Groot located?
        Groot is located in BikePark Wales, Abercanaid, United Kingdom. It is part of the BikePark Wales trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 51.71532, -3.38596.
        ▼ How hard is Groot?
        Groot is rated as Red difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 8.2%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Groot?
        The trail has 217 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,345 ft to 1,562 ft.
        ▼ Is Groot a point to point trail?
        Yes, Groot is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is Groot?
        Groot is 2,641 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Groot?
        There is no information about dogs being allowed on Groot. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Groot?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Groot are:
        • August (31 activities)
        • May (30 activities)
        • July (25 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        ▼ How do I access Groot? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Groot are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Groot?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 2 minutes to ride Groot. The trail is 2,641 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is Groot?
        Groot is a moderately popular trail. There have been 7,341 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 7,919 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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