About Innerleithen Downhill
Established for well over a decade, the downhill trails at Innerleithen are regarded as some of the best in the UK. A rich history of track building has resulted in a rabbit warren of ‘natural’ and machine-built trails that drop steeply through the forest from the summit of Plora Rig.
Together with the many classic trails here, four tracks crafted by renowned local trailbuilder Dik Hamilton provide a stack of options for both riders and race organisers: Matador, Cresta Run, Gold Run, and Make or Break.
All routes are graded ‘extreme’, with small, medium and large features. Full face helmet, gloves, body armour and a downhill specific bike are strongly recommended for all trails.
Uplift services are run regularly at Innerleithen by 'Uplift Scotland'. Booking essential. See www.upliftscotland.com for more details and booking.
For more information, including trail conditions, please see the official 7stanes website.
Together with the many classic trails here, four tracks crafted by renowned local trailbuilder Dik Hamilton provide a stack of options for both riders and race organisers: Matador, Cresta Run, Gold Run, and Make or Break.
All routes are graded ‘extreme’, with small, medium and large features. Full face helmet, gloves, body armour and a downhill specific bike are strongly recommended for all trails.
Uplift services are run regularly at Innerleithen by 'Uplift Scotland'. Booking essential. See www.upliftscotland.com for more details and booking.
For more information, including trail conditions, please see the official 7stanes website.
How to get there:
Innerleithen Downhill can be started from Innerleithen Car Park in Innerleithen - Elibank & Traquair which is part of Forests of the Scottish Borders. Innerleithen is the nearest town or village.
At Innerleithen, turn off the A72 and take the B709 for Traquair. The car park entrance is on the left hand side, approximately 50 metres from the bridge.
OS Grid Reference: NT336357
For details of public transport visit http://www.travelinescotland.com
| Innerleithen Car Park Facilities. |
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| Length of trail: Trails vary from 0.9 to 2.37 miles |
| Approximate time of trail: Varies |
| Open or closed: open |
| Click here to find out what else you can do in this forest. |
Contact: |
| Forestry Commission 01750 721120 e-mail: dumfries&borders@forestry.gsi.gov.uk |
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