4 Mountain Bike Trails to get the adrenalin going
Calling those with a passion for mountain biking! With mountains on either of Mount Sheba Cottages, there are plenty of mountain bike trails to choose from. So, if adrenaline seeking is on your list of to-do’s, here are some of the best surrounding trails!
Crystal Springs Mountain Bike Trails
Located at Crystal springs lodge in Pilgrim’s Rest, there are various trails to choose from and they are mostly moderate. The most recommended trail is 16 kilometers long with an 800m drop through the forest and down to the old farmhouse.
To book call: +27 (0)13 768 500
York Adventure Mountain Bike Trails (Sabie)
Located on Main Road, Sabie, on the Panorama Route, there are 5 trails offering various adventures, through an indigenous forest, past dams, and plenty more! A day permit is required and can be arranged over the phone.
To book call: +27 (0)13 764 9200
Mankele Mountain Bike Trails (Sudwala Caves)
Located just 10 kilometers from the Sudwala Caves, and containing various trails ranging short to long distances, this is for the major adrenalin seekers. Most MTB racers in the country use the grounds as practice. A fee is to be paid before entering.
To book call: +27 (0)78 801 0453
Jock of the Bushveld Trail
Located in Graskop and passing Pinnacle Gorge, as mentioned in Sir Percy Fitzpatrick’s book, is the Jock of the Bushveld Trail. An easy trail for the whole family, with views of God’s Window, Bourke’s Luck Potholes and the Blyde River Canyon.
To book call: +27 (0)13 767-1886
So, why not take your local trip to the next level with a kick of adrenaline in the great outdoors of Mpumalanga! The whole family will remember this adventure of a lifetime at your holiday home in Pilgrims Rest. Don’t have a holiday home yet? Click here to view our holiday packages.