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SaveIncredible bike park with a combination of flow trails, DH trails with some rock gardens, dirt jumps and tables.
Primary Trail Type: All-Mountain & Downhill
Shuttleable: YES
Land Status: Private Property
Access Info:
Vuurberg Farm, Stellenbosch
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- Mountain Bike
6 trails
- E-Bike
6 trails
- Hike
1 trails
- Trail Running
1 trails
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- 4
- 1
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Open as of Feb 15, 2025
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- Trails (view details)
- 6
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 6
- Trails E-Bike
- 6
- Trails Hike
- 1
- Trails Trail Running
- 1
- Total Distance
- 3 miles
- Total Descent
- 1,944 ft
- Total Vertical
- 781 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 1,796 ft
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- 1
- Photos
- 441
- Ridden Counter
- 125
Articles
Video: Andrew Neethling Meets Clemens Kaudela in South Africa 'Mission to Ride'
May 19, 2021 from pinkbike.com
Clemens was in town building a new line at Hellsend Dirt Compound, so Andrew took the opportunity to hang out with Clemens for a chat, and to show...
Video: Big Trains at The Halloween Jam at Hellsend Bike Compound
Nov 3, 2020 from pinkbike.com
A spooky jam, with all the local South African rippers.
Video: Whip Offs and Dirt Jump Jams at the 2020 Hellsend Dirt Party
Jul 14, 2020 from pinkbike.com
One last send session at the compound before the lockdown
Video: Sunset Sends on Hellsend's Dirt Jumps in 'Locked in Hellsend Part 2'
Jun 9, 2020 from pinkbike.com
Hitting the big line at Hellsend with BMX shredder Tim Bentley.
Popular Hellsend Dirt Compound Mountain Biking Trails
Hellsend Dirt Compound Mountain Bike Routes
11 miles • 1,217 ft • 9 • Loop •
Don’t be fooled by the distance — this route still includes a tough climb and several technical...
24 miles • 3,888 ft • 24 • Loop •
This one’s a monster. Expect exposed ridgelines, steep climbing, rocky descents, and serious elevation...
17 miles • 2,311 ft • 17 • Loop •
This route introduces Goddess — a mountainside singletrack with massive views and proper exposure. A...
6 miles • 883 ft • 10 • Loop •
Marked with light blue circle on a black arrow Easy Route for beginners inside the game fence which...
9 miles • 982 ft • 22 • Loop •
Non-technical Loop in the Fynbos. Easy to ride but taxing if you push the pace! Should encounter a herd of...
Photos of Hellsend Dirt Compound Mountain Bike
Videos of Hellsend Dirt Compound Mountain Bike
trail: flow trail
0:43 |
176 |
May 2, 2019
trail: flow trail
0:26 |
130 |
Dec 30, 2018
youtuber
![MTB Progression Session | Bike Park Laps]()
trail: flow trail
9:32 |
504 |
May 6, 2019 , Stellenbosch
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| flow trail | Feb 15, 2025 @ 2:38am Feb 15, 2025 | Dry | Burpeld |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PhillipXT4DM5 | wishlist | route | activity #98051065 | Jun 29, 2026 @ 2:25am Jun 29, 2026 |
| k-els | wishlist | route | activity #96175612 | Jun 3, 2026 @ 12:54pm Jun 3, 2026 |
| GladueSenda | vote | trail | activity #94472190 | May 10, 2026 @ 6:05pm May 10, 2026 |
| SagezgRfxY | wishlist | region | activity #93171165 | Apr 22, 2026 @ 2:00pm Apr 22, 2026 |
| PureDarkness | add | photo | activity #93148611 and 3 more | Apr 22, 2026 @ 8:08am Apr 22, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| trail | Very inflated rating, the maximum gap is only... | Mar 18, 2026 @ 12:12pm Mar 18, 2026 | ||
| trail | The trail rating is way off. It’s a single... | Feb 27, 2026 @ 10:04am Feb 27, 2026 | ||
| trail | Seesh | Jul 28, 2021 @ 3:28am Jul 28, 2021 |
Nearby Areas
| name | distance | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethlehem Plaas | 9 | 8 | 1 | 0.8 km | |
| Banhoek Conservancy Trails | 16 | 13 | 1 | 1.2 km | |
| Boschendal Wine Farm | 12 | 10 | 1.6 km | ||
| Idas Valley Nature Area | 3 | 2.7 km | |||
| Plaisir Trails | 7 | 9 | 1 | 2.8 km |
Bike & Skill Parks
| name | type | city | rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hellsend | skill park | Stellenbosch |
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | ridelogs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Bike | 6 | 3 miles | 1,942 ft | 2 miles | 781 ft | #4,045 | #80 | 441 | 1 | 6 | 242 | |
| E-Bike | 6 | 3 miles | 1,942 ft | 2 miles | 781 ft | #3,616 | #149 | 1 | 5 | 27 | ||
| Hike | 1 | 4,255 ft | 16 ft | 223 ft | 781 ft | #6,486 | #164 | 1 | 9 | |||
| Trail Running | 1 | 4,255 ft | 16 ft | 223 ft | 781 ft | #5,571 | #156 | 1 | 22 |
Frequently Asked Questions About Hellsend Dirt Compound
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Hellsend Dirt Compound?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Hellsend Dirt Compound are:
- Darkfest (4.2/5)
- flow trail (0/5)
- Hellsend Downhill #2 (0/5)
- Hellsend Downhill #1 (0/5)
- Hellsend Downhill #3 (0/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Hellsend Dirt Compound?
Based on ride log data, the most popular months to ride in Hellsend Dirt Compound are:
- July (2 activities)
- May (1 activities)
- June (1 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Hellsend Dirt Compound?
Check the Hellsend Dirt Compound trail map for trailhead and parking information. Community members regularly update access and parking details for trails in the area.
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What is the longest trail in Hellsend Dirt Compound?
The longest trail in Hellsend Dirt Compound is flow trail at 3,305 ft. View all trails sorted by distance.
Trails
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