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        Nice mixture of natural and built trails. Good long fast descents. Nothing super technical but a couple of drops and steep sections. Avoid in winter when it's a mudbath. Accessible from Glasgow by train every 20 to 30min during the day.
        Primary Trail Type: All-Mountain & Downhill
        Land Status: National Forest
        Parking google parking directions
        Access Info:
        Bowling train station car park.
        This region uses the Uk/Euro style trail grading system.
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        Region Details
        • 23
        • 8
        • 18
        • 12
        • 9

        Region Status
        Caution as of Jun 14, 2026

        Stats

        Avg Trail Rating
        Trails (view details)
        70
        Trails Mountain Bike
        72
        Trails E-Bike
        72
        Trails Hike
        57
        Trails Trail Running
        57
        Total Distance
        62 miles
        Total Descent
        12,751 ft
        Total Vertical
        1,290 ft
        Highest Trailhead
        1,312 ft
        Reports
        681
        Photos
        207
        Ridden Counter
        8,477

        Popular Old Kilpatrick Mountain Biking Trails

        70 4.5 2,490 ft 0 ft 257
        Highly rated popular black difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill primary. It features berm, drop, jump and gap jump. On average it takes 7 minutes to complete this trail.
        75 3.0 4,990 ft 68 ft 255 hike
        Walker's along the loch. Mix of gravel and dirt.
        85 3.5 1,188 ft 0 ft 254 hike
        Super fast. Marbly and sketchy in the dry, crazily slick in the wet. Grip is an illusion.
        95 0.0 1,421 ft 52 ft 239 hike
        Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This hike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 6 minutes to complete this trail.
        90 4.9 1,440 ft 0 ft 222
        Highly rated popular red difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 0 ft blue climb. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
        65 3.8 1,089 ft 0 ft 192
        Moderately popular red difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used one direction. It features berm and drop. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
        65 4.4 1,299 ft 0 ft 191
        A rooty through the woods including a chute and twisty turns. Good fun garanteed.
        35 4.0 1,102 ft 0 ft 190
        Less popular black difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill primary. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.

        Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

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        • 0 rides
        Yesterday
        • 0 rides
        Past Week
        • 11 rides

        Photos of Old Kilpatrick Mountain Bike

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        Jun 16, 2020 @ 3:58pm
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        439 |
        Jan 15, 2018 @ 9:37am
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        269 |
        Jan 15, 2018 @ 9:35am
        Jan 15, 2018

        Videos of Old Kilpatrick Mountain Bike

        crash
        0:27 | 159 | Apr 24, 2023
        Ok hill bottom field
        0:14 | 218 | Jun 9, 2016
        ok saturday
        3:38 | 252 | Apr 30, 2016
        Me and my Boy having some MTB fun
        5:56 | 112 | Oct 10, 2015
        Ews track
        2:30 | 218 | Sep 1, 2015
        Sheep-drop down to middle
        trail: The Valley
        0:50 | 985 | Apr 8, 2015
        ruined
        trail: The Valley
        5:23 | 814 | Oct 18, 2014
        New bottom field line
        0:09 | 208 | Apr 19, 2014

        Recent Trail Reports

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        Sesame Street
        Jun 14, 2026 @ 12:29pm (Europe/London)
        Jun 14, 2026
        IdealE-Bike Bit hard to find as not familiar with it...andrewyQkzpb
        Bottom Field
        Jun 14, 2026 @ 12:29pm (Europe/London)
        Jun 14, 2026
        IdealE-Bike ExcellentandrewyQkzpb
        Switchbacks
        Jun 14, 2026 @ 12:29pm (Europe/London)
        Jun 14, 2026
        IdealE-Bike ExcellentandrewyQkzpb
        Snakey
        Jun 14, 2026 @ 12:29pm (Europe/London)
        Jun 14, 2026
        IdealE-Bike ExcellentandrewyQkzpb
        Bomber Man
        Jun 14, 2026 @ 12:29pm (Europe/London)
        Jun 14, 2026
        IdealE-Bike Ooft steep at the bottom ! Running well...andrewyQkzpb
        Minceurs and Tatties
        Jun 14, 2026 @ 12:29pm (Europe/London)
        Jun 14, 2026
        IdealE-Bike Running wellandrewyQkzpb
        The Slacks Descent
        Jun 14, 2026 @ 12:29pm (Europe/London)
        Jun 14, 2026
        IdealE-Bike andrewyQkzpb
        Cochno Loch Trail
        Jun 14, 2026 @ 12:29pm (Europe/London)
        Jun 14, 2026
        Prevalent MudE-Bike Muddy after the heavy rain but lines aroundandrewyQkzpb
        Double Track
        May 28, 2026 @ 6:15pm (Europe/Isle_of_Man)
        May 28, 2026
        DryGrahambush
        Cake Walk
        May 28, 2026 @ 6:15pm (Europe/Isle_of_Man)
        May 28, 2026
        IdealNeeds more riding to re-establish trailGrahambush

        Activity Feed

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        andrewyQkzpbaddreportactivity #96972604 and 7 more
        Jun 14, 2026 @ 8:35am
        Jun 14, 2026
        Grahambushaddreportactivity #95739228 and 5 more
        May 28, 2026 @ 4:09pm
        May 28, 2026
        Dougmax11addreportactivity #95001201
        May 18, 2026 @ 2:39pm
        May 18, 2026
        Craighudsonaddreportactivity #93958245
        May 3, 2026 @ 9:53am
        May 3, 2026
        chapps1riddentrailactivity #93762373
        May 1, 2026 @ 1:46am
        May 1, 2026

        Recent Comments

        usernametypetitlecommentdate
        Ray-WarntrailSpexy BeastTree down blocking trial
        Sep 7, 2025 @ 7:20am
        Sep 7, 2025
        dirt-diggler-123trailSwitchbacksCool trail Grass needs a trim 🎉👌🏼
        Jul 20, 2025 @ 3:04am
        Jul 20, 2025
        dirt-diggler-123trailSwitchbacksCool turns Grass needs a trim
        Jul 20, 2025 @ 3:04am
        Jul 20, 2025
        dirt-diggler-123trail28 InchesMoocho fun , needs a hair cut though 👌🏼
        Jul 20, 2025 @ 3:03am
        Jul 20, 2025
        dirt-diggler-123trailMinceurs and TattiesRode it for the first time on Wednesday, good...
        Jul 20, 2025 @ 3:02am
        Jul 20, 2025

        Nearby Areas

        namedistance
        The Whangie 14.4 km
        Mugdock Park 5 305.2 km
        Dawsholm Park6.4 km
        Ben Bowie 2 68.4 km
        Lennox Forest 6 228.9 km

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        Activity Type Stats

        activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesridelogs
        Mountain Bike7262 miles12,749 ft34 miles1,289 ft
        #1,515#542036817,566
        E-Bike7262 miles12,749 ft34 miles1,289 ft
        #1,333#5962011,441
        Hike5760 miles10,600 ft32 miles1,289 ft
        #2,641#401588295
        Trail Running5760 miles10,600 ft32 miles1,289 ft
        #2,190#39588708

        Frequently Asked Questions About Old Kilpatrick

        What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Old Kilpatrick?
        The highest rated mountain biking trails in Old Kilpatrick are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
        What is the best time of the year to ride in Old Kilpatrick?
        Based on ride log data, the most popular months to ride in Old Kilpatrick are:
        • August (28 activities)
        • May (26 activities)
        • July (26 activities)
        Check the Old Kilpatrick reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
        Where can I park to ride in Old Kilpatrick?
        There are 2 parking locations listed in Old Kilpatrick. The most popular parking spots are:
        What is the longest trail in Old Kilpatrick?
        The longest trail in Old Kilpatrick is John Muir Way Section at 3.6 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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