Routes

Planner

Features

Updates

App

Login or Signup

Get the App

Login or Signup

Login or Signup

Routes
MTB trails
United Kingdom
England
South East England

Wokingham

The best MTB trails around Wokingham

4.5

(68)

400

riders

62

rides

Mountain biking around Wokingham offers diverse terrain across woodlands, heathlands, and country parks. The region features well-maintained trails suitable for various skill levels, including dedicated mountain biking facilities like Swinley Forest. Riders can explore areas with firm surfaces and good drainage, making them accessible even in winter. The landscape includes peaceful walking trails, nature reserves, and areas with varied elevation, providing a mix of cross-country routes and more technical sections.

Best mountain bike trails around Wokingham

  • The most popular mountain…

Last updated: April 25, 2026

4.6

(8)

110

riders

#1.

Swinley Forest Blue Trail – Swinley Forest — Red Trailhead loop from Wokingham

37.4km

02:50

250m

250m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

Navigate with device

Send to Phone

Save

Moderate

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

Moderate
guide_signup
Let us show you the way with the komoot mobile app
With a free komoot account, you can easily find, customize, and navigate endless outdoor adventures.

Sign up for free

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

Moderate

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

Moderate

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

Moderate
Sign up for free to see 58 more rides around Wokingham.

Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.

Sign up for free

Already have an account?

Our route recommendations are based on thousands of hikes, rides, and runs completed by other people on komoot.

Start today with a free account

Your next adventure awaits.

Login or Signup

Popular around Wokingham

King Alfred's Way — History, chalk, grassland and forest

Hiking the Orange Way — Southern England in the footsteps of a king

Thames Valley Cycle Route – Where red deer roam & history comes alive

Hiking around Wokingham

Running Trails around Wokingham

Road Cycling Routes around Wokingham

Cycling around Wokingham

Gravel biking around Wokingham

Other adventures around Wokingham

King Alfred's Way — History, chalk, grassland and forest

Mountain Biking Collection by

Katherine Moore

Tips from the Community

Tom Gibson
July 28, 2025, Swinley Forest Mountain Bike Trails

This junction is a great place to meet up or find your way around the trails and Swinley Forest

0

0

Blue trail is great for beginners or intermediate. Recomend😀

0

0

Sick place to ride, loads of trails and the burns are great👌.

0

0

An easy traffic free route into Reading

0

0

Swinley Forest’s blue loop is perfect for building confidence, offering a moderately graded route ideal for beginner mountain bikers looking to improve their skills. Once you’re comfortable with the blue trail, it’s easy to link up with the more challenging red route for an added adventure.

1

0

Quiet spot right next to Kennet Avon canal

0

0

The River Kennet is a tributary of the River Thames and has a good towpath system in the main, but it can be a tad narrow in places. It forms part of NCN Route 4 that travels from London to Fishguard. A considerable section of this route is on the Kennet & Avon Cycle Route using the canal towpath. Here the village of Woolhampton sits across the swing bridge, there is a lock, a nearby pub, and The Rowbarge Inn, which backs onto the canal.

1

1

Path very narrow as you come out of Reading, go slow on the bends!

0

0

Frequently Asked Questions

How many mountain bike trails are available around Wokingham?

There are over 60 mountain bike trails available around Wokingham, offering a wide range of options for different skill levels and preferences.

What are the different difficulty levels for mountain biking in Wokingham?

The trails around Wokingham cater to various abilities. You'll find approximately 22 easy routes, 39 moderate routes, and 2 more difficult trails, ensuring options for beginners to experienced riders.

What do other mountain bikers say about the trails in Wokingham?

The mountain bike trails in Wokingham are highly rated by the komoot community, with an average score of 4.6 stars from over 70 reviews. Riders often praise the diverse terrain, well-maintained paths, and the blend of woodlands and country parks.

What kind of terrain can I expect on mountain bike trails near Wokingham?

Wokingham's mountain bike trails feature diverse terrain, including extensive woodlands, open heathlands, and varied country parks. Many areas, like Swinley Forest, are known for their firm surfaces and good drainage, making them suitable for riding even in winter.

Are there any dedicated mountain bike parks or skills areas near Wokingham?

Yes, Swinley Forest Mountain Bike Trails is a prime location with a network of well-maintained trails, including blue and red routes. Additionally, the Lookout Mountain Bike Skills Area near Bracknell offers purpose-built facilities with jumps, berms, and pump tracks for all ages and abilities.

Where can I find more challenging mountain bike trails around Wokingham?

For more technical challenges, consider the red routes within Swinley Forest, which include testing sections with jumps and berms. Crowthorne Woods also offers rugged terrain with natural obstacles like fallen trees and rocks, appealing to experienced riders. A particularly challenging route is the Ridgeway Track to Streatley – The Ridgeway Trail loop from Reading Green Park, which features significant elevation changes.

Are there any scenic routes with good viewpoints in the Wokingham area?

Yes, Finchampstead Ridges offers panoramic vistas over the Berkshire countryside. While not a dedicated mountain bike trail, the views are accessible from nearby routes. The The Greyhound – View of Basildon House loop from Winnersh Triangle also provides scenic sections.

Are there family-friendly mountain bike trails in Wokingham?

While specific family-designated mountain bike trails aren't highlighted, many of the easier routes through country parks like Dinton Pastures and California Country Park offer gentle paths suitable for families. These parks also feature adventure playgrounds and picnic areas.

Can I bring my dog on the mountain bike trails around Wokingham?

Many of the woodlands and country parks around Wokingham are dog-friendly, but it's always best to check specific park regulations or trail signage. When riding, ensure your dog is under control and be mindful of other trail users.

Are there circular mountain bike routes available?

Yes, many routes around Wokingham are designed as loops. Examples include the popular Swinley Forest Blue Trail – Swinley Forest — Red Trailhead loop from Wokingham and the Cochrane Wood – Hatch Ride loop from Wokingham, which leads through woodlands and country park settings.

What natural features or landmarks can I see along the mountain bike trails?

Along the trails, you can encounter various natural features and landmarks. Highlights include Rapley Lake and Hawley Lake. You might also spot the Observation Tower and Trails at Former TRL Site, Crowthorne, or ride near the River Thames.

Are there any routes that offer lakeside scenery?

Yes, the The Cunning Man – Hosehill Lake Nature Reserve loop from Reading Green Park offers a blend of lakeside scenery and nature trails, providing a relatively flat ride. Dinton Pastures Country Park also features beautiful lakes and lakeside walks.

Most popular routes around Wokingham

Hiking around Wokingham

Most popular attractions around Wokingham

Places to see

Store rating

Get inspired with the komoot mobile app

With a free komoot account, you can easily find, customize, and navigate endless outdoor adventures.

or

Join komoot Now

Store rating

Explore more

Browse the best MTB trails in other regions.

HampshireWest SussexSurreyKentOxfordshireEast SussexBracknellNorth Wessex Downs AonbIsle of WightBuckinghamshireBrighton and HoveBerkshireCanterburyVentnorNewportMilton KeynesBleanSturryWokingham WithoutNewchurchBekesbourne With PatrixbourneLakeWindsor and MaidenheadShanklinNorthwoodBasildonWargraveWhippinghamIckham And WellBrightwaltonLittlebourneBridgeWroxallEast CowesLower Hardres and NackingtonGreenhamReadingLittle BrickhillAdishamEnglefieldRemenhamCharthamHackingtonHarbledown And Rough CommonThaningtonWaltonWinnershPethamBow BrickhillHoathArretonThealeWalthamChillerton And GatcombeSulhamMedwayBurghfieldBishopsbournePortsmouthShaw Cum DonningtonWootton BridgeUpper HardresHolybrookBritwellWest BletchleyShinfieldChestfieldOld WoughtonCowesGurnardHungerfordAshampsteadSpeenSimpson And AshlandRottingdeanAldworthChaleWokefieldBrighstoneWoolhamptonShorwellKents Hill, Monkston And BrinklowBarhamSandownRookleyBarkhamBletchley And Fenny StratfordNiton And WhitwellNewburyWickhambreauxBrimptonMidghamInkpenStanford DingleyYattendonWeston UnderwoodBembridgeBradingThatchamBuckleburyTidmarshPangbourneWomenswoldBroughtonStreatleyStratfield MortimerEarleyHaversham-Cum-Little LinfordHerne And BroomfieldWestbereFordwichMoulsoeColnbrook With PoyleWavendonFishbourneLathburyWest WoodhayWoburn SandsKingstonFreshwaterWexham CourtSloughWokinghamFrilshamChieveleyNorth CrawleyTilehurstChicheleyTotlandNew BradwellCalbourneCold AshAstwoodCatmoreSulhamsteadEnborneSouthamptonEast IlsleyWolverton And GreenleysAldermastonCombeLoughton and Great HolmSonningArborfield And NewlandCalvertonSt. HelensShenley Brook EndHermitageRydeNettlestone And SeaviewNewport PagnellTyringham And FilgraveSheringtonYarmouthOlneyChisletPadworthGayhurstShenley Church EndRavenstoneGreat SheffordGreat LinfordEast GarstonHampstead MarshallBradwellStantonburyFairfieldsBeech HillSt Nicholas, HurstWhitehouseWoodleyUfton NervetCentral Milton KeynesShalfleetWinterbourneFawleyBeenhamHanslopeWest IlsleyFarnboroughStony StratfordBoxfordCampbell ParkFinchampsteadAbbey HillTwyfordCharvilHardmeadWoughton On The GreenClifton ReynesHavenstreet And AsheyChaddleworthLambournSwallowfieldHampstead NorreysEmbertonStoke GoldingtonLeckhampsteadGodshillWasingPurley On ThamesBeedonLavendonCold BrayfieldNewton BlossomvillePeasemoreCastlethorpeWelfordRuscombeKintburyCompton

Nearby adventure guides

Things to Do around Winnersh

background

Get ready to conquer new peaks

Sign up for Free

Explore
RoutesRoute plannerFeaturesHikesMTB TrailsRoad cycling routesBikepackingSitemap
Download the app
Follow Us on Socials

© komoot GmbH

Privacy Policy