Interesting information
Information on the Haldon Forest bike trails is given below, including gradings and further information is available at www.forestryengland.uk/haldon-forest-park/cycling-and-mountain-biking-trails-haldon-forest-park. For more information on the Forestry England bike trail colour gradings visit the Forestry England website: https://www.forestryengland.uk/article/mountain-bike-trail-grades-and-safety
Cycle hire includes options for all abilities, such as trikes, recumbents, and electrically-assisted bikes.
Discovery Trail – Green (easy)
A great all-ability trail, with fun features for children. There are regular resting points which take in some of the stunning views over Exeter and Dartmoor. This trail is suitable for walkers and beginner cyclists.
Spicers Trail – Blue (moderate)
A great confidence builder introducing a combination of surfaces with some narrow sections and gentle gradients. Ideal for those who have mastered the basics of cycling and are ready to move on from the Discovery Trail.
Kiddens Trail – Blue (moderate)
A single track trail offering more challenging terrain than Spicers with greater changes in gradient.
Skills Area and Pump Loop Bike Park (moderate)
These areas are purpose built to help cyclists develop new off-road skills, with numerous features for all abilities. They are located either side of the gateway car park and are suitable for novice and advance riders
Ridge Ride Trail – Red (hard)
This is a technical, fast and flowing trail with tight corners and lively descents to test your reflexes.
For a different experience, why not try a Segway? Take in the panoramic views that Haldon Forest Park has to offer as you glide along effortlessly on the Eco-friendly i2 Personal Transporter! This is a unique way to explore Haldon Forest Park. Visit the Segway website for more information.
Haldon is also home to Go Ape’s Tree Top Adventure where you can fly down zip wires, leap off Tarzan Swings and tackle the high ropes.
