4.4/5)Welcome to Gisburn Forest, an amazing place for biking with far reaching views of the Forest of Bowland.
Gisburn Forest Hub
The new car park, viewpoint, trails and cafe are now fully open. Come and ride the new Skills Loop and visit the new Forest Den Café (open Fri - Sun 10am to 4pm).
Gisburn Forest Hub is located at: Stephen Park, Gisburn Forest, Slaidburn, Lancashire BB7 4TS.
Gisburn Forest map and trail information.
Walking
At Gisburn Forest Hub explore the all ability trail that leads to a panoramic view of Stocks Reservoir and the Forest of Bowland. The forest is criss-crossed with lots of footpaths and there is a reservoir walk that starts from School Lane car park.
Gisburn Forest bike trails
Gisburn Forest has two fantastic mountain bike trails, the moderate graded Bottoms Beck for younger or novice riders and the red graded 18km "The 8" for those with a higher level of experience and skill. At Gisburn Forest hub you'll find a new Skills Loop to practice riding mountain bike trail features.
Forest Den Cafe
Come in for bacon butties, a wide range of sandwiches & paninis, hot fresh ground coffee, home baking & more. Great for hungry bikers! Forest Den Cafe menu.
Please tell us about your visit
Please email us at enquiries.northengland@forestry.gsi.gov.uk if you have an enquiry or would like a reply to your comments.
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