Please note that trails based in Coillte-managed forests are subject to rules and regulations as advised by Coillte. These trails are very likely to be affected by logging activity also, please obey all safety signage when logging is in progress.

The best way to get familiar with the various trails in your area is to join a club. Information on this site regarding trails can quickly go out of date thus the best source of information on trails is from those who use them regularly. To find information on a club near you, checkout the Clubs Info section.

We would ask all MTBers to be respective of other users of the various trails (eg; walkers, orienteering parties etc) and especially cautious around horses as these animals are very sensitive/nervous of bicycles so give them a wide berth or slow/stop so they can pass-by safely.

MTBers should also be respectful of the trails themselves – the Leave No Trace Campaign provides excellent guidance in this regard, please take a few mins to take a look at this site.

Further info relating to MTB trail development is provided by the MBI website.

There are three official trail centres in Ireland, these are located in Coillte-managed forests in Ballinastoe Co. Wicklow,Ballyhoura Co. Cork, and Derroura, Co. Galway,

Derroura

Derroura Mountain Bike Trail Network, over 16 kms in length, lies at the gateway to Connemara.
The trails here will offer you massive views north into the Maam valley and westwards to the Twelve Pins.
Derroura offers you some incredible mountain biking in some of the most spectacular scenery in Connemara.
You will face long climbs and thrilling descents with great views overlooking the entire of Lough Corrib from the halfway point of the trails.
The trails are located approximately 7kms to the west of Oughterard between the N59 road and Lough Corrib in Co. Galway
Derroura MTB trails on Coillte website

Ballinastoe

Ballinastoe Mountain Bike Trail system, almost 14 kilometres, takes the rider through some beautiful forest with views east over Calary Common and the Sugarloaf with the sea beyond.
At the top of the trail, Lough Tay and the mountains beyond give views worth the effort of the climb.
The trail accesses many types of terrain from open heather moor land on the top through thicket spruce and Scot’s Pine on the lower section.
The trail is quite exposed on the upper slopes and can be very windy in poor weather – dress accordingly.
The trail system, designed by one of the world leaders in the sport, is a one-way system constructed to give a challenging and rewarding ride.
This trail network is located approximately 4km north of Roundwood, Co. Wicklow.
Ballinastoe MTB trails on Coillte website

Ballyhoura

The Ballyhoura Mountain Bike Trails are the largest trail network of it’s kind in Ireland and provides many options for off-road cycling in the mountains.
Forest road climbs lead you into tight twisty singletrack with loads of ups and downs, tight turns and technical rocky bits.
The trails range from a moderate 6 kilometre Greenwood loop to the demanding Castlepook loop, over 50 kilometres in length!
The trails are laid out as ‘stacked loops’ – this means that each loop leads onto the next and rejoins it on the way back.
The loops are waymarked in one direction – just pick the colour of the loop.
The trail system, designed by one of the world leaders in the sport, is a challenging, one-way system constructed to give a challenging and rewarding ride.

Ballyhoura MTB trails on Coillte website

Please ensure you are equipped fully to undertake this adventure sport and respect other trail users at all times