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SaveHainault Forest has some good hills and single-track. It tends to stay drier then Epping. As such it’s a good winter alternative. Although there isn’t as much variety it makes for a good option. The forest is all in one area with no roads to cross adding to the flow. It’s easy to get to on the Central line and so is a good option for those living in London. MTB London does a good write up on riding there.
Cyclists are allowed to use all surfaced paths in Hainault Forest and an off-road link can be followed from Hainault Forest to Havering Country Park. For details of public rights of way and cycling routes in the Forest and Park contact the Country Park Office on 0208 500 7353 for a leaflet and map. Cyclists can also find maps at Country Park Office and at the Visitor Centre which is open every weekend throughout the year.
Redbridge Cycling Centre is a traffic free facility for cyclists of all abilities from families to competitive riders and has purpose built road & off road tracks. There are a couple of nice bermy tracks and table tops. Adults mught get bored a bit quick but its great for the kids.
Cyclists are allowed to use all surfaced paths in Hainault Forest and an off-road link can be followed from Hainault Forest to Havering Country Park. For details of public rights of way and cycling routes in the Forest and Park contact the Country Park Office on 0208 500 7353 for a leaflet and map. Cyclists can also find maps at Country Park Office and at the Visitor Centre which is open every weekend throughout the year.
Redbridge Cycling Centre is a traffic free facility for cyclists of all abilities from families to competitive riders and has purpose built road & off road tracks. There are a couple of nice bermy tracks and table tops. Adults mught get bored a bit quick but its great for the kids.
source: Essex Herts MTB
google parking directionsThis region uses the Uk/Euro style trail grading system.
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- Mountain Bike
12 trails
- Hike
12 trails
- Trail Running
12 trails
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Region Status
Open as of Feb 18, 2026Local Trail Association
Stats
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- Trails (view details)
- 12
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 12
- Trails E-Bike
- 3
- Trails Horse
- 1
- Trails Hike
- 12
- Trails Trail Running
- 12
- Total Distance
- 6 miles
- Total Descent
- 948 ft
- Total Vertical
- 234 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 353 ft
- Reports
- 22
- Photos
- 231
- Ridden Counter
- 287
Popular Hainault Forest Mountain Biking Trails
• 45 ★ 3.0 • 2,215 ft • 103 ft • 46 •
Has a bike specific gate at the bottom but you'll need 720mm or less bars to get through without a flick.
• 40 ★ 0.0 • 3,619 ft • 0 ft • 37 • • hike
Simple bridleway that can be dispatched quickly going down or a gentle climb the other way. Links with Sandhills at the bottom. Gates at the start, end and middle.
• 35 ★ 0.0 • 3,788 ft • 70 ft • 25 •
Single track that climbs up Dog Kennel Hill on the way to Hog Hill. At the end, on the other side of the dual carriageway is Redbridge Cycle Centre.
• 5 ★ 0.0 • 2,334 ft • 0 ft • 20 •
AKA Calvill's Walk. Keep an eye out for other users at busy times.
• 30 ★ 0.0 • 1,555 ft • 0 ft • 17 •
Bit of singletrack! Clay based can get quite muddy at times.
Hainault Forest Mountain Bike Routes
4 miles • 306 ft • 2 • Loop •
A nice route that takes you across various types of terrain. Long sweeping downhills combined with short...
Photos of Hainault Forest Mountain Bike
Videos of Hainault Forest Mountain Bike
trail: Cabin Hill
4:09 |
144 |
Jan 15, 2018
trail: DH Run
0:56 |
235 |
Jun 7, 2015
trail: DH Run
0:04 |
221 |
Apr 11, 2015
trail: DH Run
0:56 |
61 |
Jan 5, 2015
trail: DH Run
0:08 |
296 |
Nov 16, 2014
trail: Downhill Fun
2:57 |
413 |
Oct 14, 2014
trail: DH Run
3:22 |
162 |
Jul 7, 2014
trail: DH Run
0:36 |
106 |
Jun 29, 2014
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodgy Doubles | Feb 18, 2026 @ 6:47pm (Europe/London) Feb 18, 2026 | Unknown | VladislavQUeFf3 | ||
| Downhill Fun | Sep 3, 2023 @ 10:16am Sep 3, 2023 | Dry | joeg885 | ||
| Gully Run | Sep 3, 2023 @ 10:16am Sep 3, 2023 | Dry | joeg885 | ||
| Cabin Hill | Sep 3, 2023 @ 10:16am Sep 3, 2023 | Dry | joeg885 | ||
| Up To Hog Hill | Sep 3, 2023 @ 10:14am Sep 3, 2023 | Dry | joeg885 | ||
| Havering DH | Jun 16, 2021 @ 3:33am Jun 16, 2021 | Dry | joeg885 | ||
| Sandhills Extended | Jun 16, 2021 @ 3:32am Jun 16, 2021 | Dry | joeg885 | ||
| Single Track Down | Jun 16, 2021 @ 3:32am Jun 16, 2021 | Very Dry | joeg885 | ||
| DH Run | Jun 16, 2021 @ 3:31am Jun 16, 2021 | Very Dry | joeg885 | ||
| Bridleway | Apr 17, 2021 @ 11:17pm Apr 17, 2021 | Ideal | andyandreou |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VladislavQUeFf3 | add | photo | activity #89135386 and 3 more | Feb 18, 2026 @ 10:50am Feb 18, 2026 |
| VladislavQUeFf3 | add | report | activity #89135206 | Feb 18, 2026 @ 10:47am Feb 18, 2026 |
| trailforks | add | video | activity #88149994 | Feb 1, 2026 @ 5:00am Feb 1, 2026 |
| eFF7He | ridden | trail | activity #78522414 | Aug 19, 2025 @ 8:06pm Aug 19, 2025 |
| VladislavQUeFf3 | add | report | activity #64814170 | Jan 18, 2025 @ 1:59pm Jan 18, 2025 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| trail | Trails are running prime more than 1 trail in... | Jan 26, 2022 @ 12:14pm Jan 26, 2022 | ||
| trail | Nice short trail for quick rides. Pretty fast... | Jul 22, 2019 @ 7:29am Jul 22, 2019 |
Nearby Areas
| name | distance | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redbridge Cycling Centre (Hog Hill) | 3 | 3 | 1 km | ||
| Epping Forest | 94 | 88 | 4.5 km | ||
| Ingrebourne Bike Park | 1 | 3 | 2 | 6.9 km | |
| Thorndon | 2 | 3 | 7.3 km | ||
| Lee Valley VeloPark | 42 | 3 | 7.9 km |
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | ridelogs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Bike | 12 | 6 miles | 948 ft | 4 miles | 233 ft | #7,619 | #250 | 231 | 22 | 1 | 437 | |
| E-Bike | 3 | 1 mile | 220 ft | 4,938 ft | 144 ft | 14 | 20 | |||||
| Horse | 1 | 988 ft | 75 ft | 863 ft | 75 ft | 4 | ||||||
| Hike | 12 | 6 miles | 948 ft | 4 miles | 233 ft | #11,144 | #315 | 15 | 74 | |||
| Trail Running | 12 | 6 miles | 948 ft | 4 miles | 233 ft | #10,608 | 15 | 35 |
Frequently Asked Questions About Hainault Forest
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Hainault Forest?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Hainault Forest are:
- Dodgy Doubles (4.1/5)
- Cabin Hill (3.8/5)
- Bridleway (0/5)
- DH Run (0/5)
- Up To Hog Hill (0/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Hainault Forest?
Based on ride log data, the most popular months to ride in Hainault Forest are:
- April (5 activities)
- July (5 activities)
- May (3 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Hainault Forest?
There are 1 parking locations listed in Hainault Forest. The most popular parking spots are:
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What is the longest trail in Hainault Forest?
The longest trail in Hainault Forest is Up To Hog Hill at 1.2 km. View all trails sorted by distance.
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