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May 13, 2020
Mountain biking
There are few trail features which makes it a great option for novice riders, but can also be really fun at speed!
Parts of the trail or fire roads are shared with hikers and other trail users so make sure you ride with care.
October 25, 2023
Mountain biking
The full trail is about 7 miles so tough for little ones
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4.8
(32)
317
riders
10.1km
00:52
100m
100m
The Haldon Forest loop of the blue Spicers & Kiddens trails offers a moderate mountain biking experience through a wooded hilltop. As you ride, you'll navigate a combination of hard-pack gravel and rocky flint surfaces, ensuring year-round rideability. This 6.3-mile (10.1 km) route, which takes about 52 minutes to complete, features a total elevation gain of 324 feet (99 metres). You'll enjoy pleasant forest views, with tall Douglas firs providing shade, and clearings offering panoramic vistas of Exeter and the wider Devonshire countryside, sometimes extending to the coast on clear days. This loop is designed for intermediate cyclists or those looking to build their off-road skills.
This blue-graded loop is part of a well-maintained and waymarked trail network at Haldon Forest Park. You'll find the trail conveniently located close to the park's cafe and car park, making it easy to grab refreshments after your ride. While the rocky flint base makes the trails rideable throughout the year, be prepared for puddles and potentially stream-like conditions if you visit during wetter months or after heavy rain. The park also provides additional amenities like a skills area and pump track if you want to warm up or hone your abilities before tackling the main loop.
This loop combines two distinct blue-graded trails: Spicers and Kiddens. Spicers is an excellent confidence-builder with gentle gradients, ideal if you are progressing from beginner trails or introducing new riders to mountain biking. Kiddens Trail then offers a natural progression, presenting more challenging terrain with greater changes in gradient and singletrack sections, helping you further develop your skills.
4.8
(79)
911
riders
21.1km
01:47
240m
240m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.
4.9
(24)
413
riders
31.6km
02:45
540m
540m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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Elevation 230 m
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