Mtb Trails in Northern Gauteng
Wolwespruit MTB and Trail Park
Closest Town: PretoriaÂ
Distance: 22km ModerateÂ
The trails make full use of the park’s topography and offers thrilling drops, jumps, river crossings and lots of uphill! It is a perfect place to practices skills and get fit at the same time. The park is fully fenced and provides a safe environment to enjoy the outdoors right in the heart of Pretoria east. At the moment the park has 22 km of single track with about 300m of climbing to be done, 8 km of running trails which can also be used for walking. Dogs on leashes are welcome to join runners and walkers.
Tel: +27 (0)12 942 9509
Website: www.wolwespruit.co.za
Ezemvelo Nature Reserve
Closest Town: Bronkhorstspruit
Distance: Self determined Easy to Difficult
Mountain bikers are welcome to explore all the gravel roads and tracks within the reseve. And with more than 80km of cranking, you can be sure there will be something for all levels of riders to enjoy. Many tracks meander through the veld, taking you through a few muddy patches, concrete drifts and low-water bridges over the Wilge River. The route winds through beautiful amber-coloured sandstone, with spectacular views across the dramatic gorge cut by the river course.
Tel: +27 (0)13 680 1399
Webpage: www.ezemvelo.co.za
X-Trax Trails
Closest Town: PretoriaÂ
Distance: Self determined Easy to Difficult
The park is on a small holding that consists of a 2km loop that has technical sections of varying difficulty depending on which coloured arrow you decide to follow. The aim is to improve your technical skilols rather than giving you an aerobic workout.
The Green loop is suitable for children of all ages, while the Yellow, Red and Black loops are reserved for experienced riders having dirt jumps, suspended bridges, drop-offs, gaps in suspended bridges, see-saw bridges and quick and fast ascents and descents. Spend an hour or two pushing your riding skills to the limit.
Tel: +27 (0)72 225 8557 or +27 (0)84 475 0152
Mail: info@x-trax.co.za
Webpage: www.x-trax.co.za
The Big Red Barn MTB Trails
Closest Town: Irene, Centurion
Distance: Self determined Easy to Difficult
The Barn is an antique hay barn which we salvaged and rebuilt on Sunlawns Estate, a 200 hectare just 15 minutes from Centurion. The Big Red Barn is next to a 20 acre Eucalyptus forest, and looks out over an expansive vista of fields, grasslands and the Kaal River. It is the perfect urban escape, with 25km of scenic MTB trails meandering through veld, farmlands, forest and beside the river.
Tel: 078 343 6939
Mail: bookings@thebigredbarn.co.za
Webpage: www.thebigredbarn.co.za
Somabula Nature Reserve MTB Trail
Closest Town: Cullinan
Distance: 30km  EasyÂ
There are more than 30km of road and trails for walking and mountain biking in an area rich in wildlife and history. Although there are no official trails, the animal paths offer interesting destinations as you ride through the bush and trees.
Cell: +27 (0)82 550 1892
Email: info@somabula.co.za
Website: www.somabula.co.za
For more info go to: www.mtbroutes.co.za