The best MTB trails around Yearsley

Yearsley offers a diverse range of mountain biking trails, from natural paths winding through ancient woodlands to man-made singletracks with good flow and pump. You'll encounter features like roots, bumps, loam, and occasional jumps. The north-western side of Yearsley Woods is particularly hilly, providing excellent opportunities for fast descents. While fire roads are available, many trails are unsanctioned, offering a more adventurous experience.

While the area is known for its moderate to difficult trails, including technical descents, there are fire roads available that can be more suitable for less experienced riders or families. The overall terrain is varied, so it's best to check individual route details for specific difficulty levels. Currently, there are no trails specifically rated as 'easy' in our selection, with 15 moderate and 1 difficult route.

For a longer ride, consider the View from Sutton Bank Junction – High Paradise Farm Tearoom loop from Hood Grange, which is 47.0 km (29.2 miles) and typically takes around 3 hours 55 minutes. Another challenging option is the difficult-rated Gallow Hill Descent – High Paradise Farm Tearoom loop from Oswaldkirk, spanning 82.5 km (51.3 miles).

Yearsley is nestled within the Howardian Hills AONB, offering beautiful scenery. You can explore expansive woodlands with ancient trees, and discover picturesque ponds like Lower Fish Pond and Higher Fish Pond, Yearsley Woods. From higher points, you might catch views towards the wider Howardian Hills, Ampleforth Abbey, and the iconic Kilburn White Horse.

Yes, the area around Yearsley is rich in history. You can find routes that pass near significant landmarks such as the historic Helmsley Castle. The View of Rievaulx Abbey – Rievaulx Abbey loop from Helmsley offers views of the historic Rievaulx Abbey, and the Rievaulx Abbey – Bow Bridge over the River Rye loop from Rievaulx also explores this area.

The mountain biking routes in Yearsley are highly rated by the komoot community, with an average score of 4.5 stars from around 180 reviews. Over 1500 mountain bikers have used komoot to explore the varied terrain, often praising the dense woodlands, rolling hills, and diverse singletrack options.

Many of the routes in Yearsley are designed as loops. For example, the Coneysthorpe loop — Howardian Hills is a popular moderate circular route covering 32.9 km (20.4 miles).

Yearsley Woods offers engaging trails year-round, but conditions can vary. Trails frequently feature roots, bumps, and loam, which can become more challenging in wet weather. For the best experience, consider visiting during drier periods to enjoy the fast, flowy sections and technical descents.

Advanced riders will find engaging challenges, particularly on the hilly north-western side of Yearsley Woods. The terrain includes red difficulty singletracks, often used for downhill riding, characterized by jumps, wooden drops, and logs used for jumps. The Gallow Hill Descent – High Paradise Farm Tearoom loop from Oswaldkirk is rated as difficult and offers a substantial challenge.

There are 16 mountain bike routes available in Yearsley, catering to various skill levels from moderate to difficult. This includes 15 moderate routes and 1 difficult route.

Yes, e-MTB riders can enjoy the trails in Yearsley. The area is noted for its 'fast, flowy trails' and 'technical descents' which are well-suited for electric mountain bikes, allowing riders to tackle the hilly sections with greater ease.