The Penmachno Trail is the hidden gem of North Wales mountain biking; 30km of natural feeling single-track and scenic forest trail in Eryri National Park.
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About the trail
The trail can be ridden as one 30km route or as a 19km loop (Dolen Machno), or a 11km loop (Dolen Eryri). Dolen Eryri branches off from Dolen Machno at around the halfway point so, if you're not certain which one to ride start on Dolen Machno and see how you feel when you get to the junction!
Dolen Machno
Distance: 19km
Time: 1.5 - 3 hours
Climb: 560m
This has the fastest descents and biggest climbs, with fast, technical single-track, tight switch-backs and a couple of leg-testing climbs. The fun just never stops!
Dolen Eryri
Distance: 11km
Time: 1 - 2 hours
Climb: 206m
This is all about the flow and the views, with a great mix of sweeping single-track, carving boardwalk, technical pitched stone trail and some of the best views you’ll find in the UK. A truly breath-taking ride
Location
To get to the trailhead along the A5 and take the B4406 to Penmachno. Drive into the village, over the bridge and bear left past The Eagles pub. Once past the pub carry on for about half a mile - the trailhead is on the right (large forest track).
GR: SH 786 498
Postcode: LL24 0YP (this is the nearest postcode, however, it won't take you to the trailhead, so please follow the directions above once you get into the village!)
Amenities
The Penmachno Trail is remote with some very exposed sections, which can become challenging in poor weather so please carry adequate spares, clothing, fluids and foods.
Shop
There is a small Londis shop in the village which also stocks some biking supplies.
Public Toilets
There are public toilets in the village. Small fee payable which takes contactless payments.
Community Managed Trail
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Once you’ve ripped round the trail don’t forget to ‘pay back your dirt’; the trail is managed by a local community group (Menter Bro Machno), and are funded by donations from bikers and maintained by volunteers.
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