Sheep Hill Boardwalk
Sheep Hill Boardwalk
Highlight • Cycleway
Sheep Hill Boardwalk
Mountain biking
4.9
(65)
Cycling
5.0
(1)
Hiking
5.0
(1)
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August 8, 2019
Mountain biking
September 1, 2019
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Gisburn Forest: The 8 offers an easy mountain biking experience, but it's best enjoyed if you have good off-road skills. You will navigate 11.8 miles (19.0 km) of varied terrain, including forest roads and singletrack, gaining 895 feet (273 metres) of elevation. The route winds through twisting forests and open moors, providing panoramic views, especially from Whelpstone Crag as you overlook Stocks Reservoir. This ride, which takes about 1 hour and 45 minutes to complete, combines rewarding sections with optional black-grade challenges like Hully Gully and Bigfoot Slab if you are looking for more technical descents.
To begin your adventure, head to the Gisburn Forest Hub, which serves as the starting point for all the trails. Here, you will find convenient facilities including a café, a bike shop for any last-minute needs, a car park, and toilets. The unique figure-of-eight layout of the trail allows you to combine different sections, giving you flexibility in your ride. You can also use the skills loops available at the hub to warm up or practice before tackling the main route.
This trail is a highlight within the beautiful Forest of Bowland, offering a diverse landscape that changes from dense woodlands to expansive open moors. The route incorporates various features like boardwalks and rocky sections, adding to the dynamic nature of the ride. Keep an eye out for the stunning vistas from elevated points, which truly showcase the natural beauty of the area and make this route a memorable one for mountain bikers.
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Elevation 320 m
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