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Rostrevor Mountain Bike Centre

Rostrevor Mountain Bike Centre
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  • Information:
  • Type: Purpose Built Centre
  • Grades: Red,Black,Orange
  • Riding: Cross Country,Downhill
  • Facilities: Car Park,Toilets,Cafe,Bike Wash,Bike Hire,Showers,Uplift,Campsite,Accommodation
  • Distance(s): Under 5km, 11-20km, 21-30km
  • Number: +44 (0)28 4377 0714
  • Country: Northern-ireland
  • County: Down
  • Website: Rostrevor
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Description

Rostrevor Mountain Bike Trails, County Down – A landmark trail centre set within Kilbroney Park and Rostrevor Forest above Carlingford Lough. The network includes Red and Black cross-country loops plus two dedicated downhill trails, all linked to a full trailhead hub with bike hire, café and uplift service. Managed by Bike Mourne in partnership with Forest Service NI.

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Red Trail

A 27 km red-grade loop that climbs from Kilbroney Park onto Slievemartin, rewarding riders with wide-angle views across Carlingford Lough before dropping back through fast singletrack and forest descents. The route combines sustained climbs, natural rock sections and flowy berms with some optional technical features.

  • Distance: approx. 27 km
  • Grade: Red / Difficult
  • Features: Long climbs, flowing singletrack, elevated viewpoints
  • Official Red Trail Listing

Black Trail

This 19 km black-grade route follows part of the red ascent but splits onto steeper terrain with rocky technical sections and exposed features. It offers a serious endurance test and is best suited to experienced riders.

  • Distance: approx. 19 km
  • Grade: Black / Severe
  • Features: Technical singletrack, sharp gradients, expert-level features
  • Official Black Trail Listing

Downhill Trails

Rostrevor’s two purpose-built downhill lines start high above Kilbroney and run to the trailhead. Both are serviced by Bike Mourne uplift vans and feature built trail surfaces with berms, drops and jumps.

Mega Mission

Fast, flowing 1.7 km descent with big berms, tabletops and jump sections. Ideal for experienced riders seeking speed and progression.

On the Pulse

Shorter and steeper at 1.3 km with technical rock gardens, drops and line choice. Very challenging and rated for advanced riders only.

Facilities

The trailhead is within Kilbroney Park and includes a large car park, café, toilets, showers, picnic area and bike wash. Bike Mourne operates on-site hire, uplift, guiding and e-bike services. Nearby Rostrevor village provides accommodation, food and mechanical support.

Directions

From Belfast, follow the A2 south towards Warrenpoint and Rostrevor (approx. 1 hour). Enter Rostrevor village and turn onto Shore Road towards Kilbroney Park. From Newry, follow the A2 west for about 15 minutes. The trailhead car park is signposted inside Kilbroney Park, postcode BT34 3AA.

Events and Community

Rostrevor regularly hosts enduro and downhill races, charity rides and community dig days. Riders are advised to check trail conditions and uplift availability via Bike Mourne or MountainBikeNI before visiting.

Address

Kilbroney Park / Rostrevor Forest
Shore Road
Rostrevor
County Down
BT34 3AA
Northern Ireland

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guest:
Avg 5.00
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Steep climb rewarded with stunning views. Kodak point is unreal can look across and see the Ireland. XC trails and DH trails. Cafe & campsite decent. Uplift available 

What do you like?

Views, so scenic. Great technical trails makes the climb worth it. 

What could be improved?

Amazing place uplift during week be nice. 

Would you recommend?

yes

Date written:

15/07/2025 - 6 months ago

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guest:
Avg 4.80
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Fav for sure

Would you recommend?

yes

Date written:

15/06/2025 - 7 months ago

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Tim:
Avg 5.00
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Rostrevor

Excellent bike park. Friendly and experienced staff. Uplift service is great and very regular, with a very helpful and funny driver. Who went out of his way to come back to pick me up after a puncture. Great variety of trails, from very technical stuff, to Mega Mission which has huge jumps and Berms. You can ride the stuff whether you are experienced, or in my case a beginner, the faster you go, the more challenging it becomes. Very helpful staff who will give you plenty of advice, and if you offer them Chicken Nuggets and a can of Harp, they will actually go up the trails with you to show you what and where to go. Rental bikes available are new and in perfect order.

What do you like?

Great staff Great variety of trails Great uplift service Great views Great rental bikes

What could be improved?

Nothing negative to add really.

Would you recommend?

Yes

Date written:

09/09/2016 - over 9 years ago

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Relay Man:
Avg 4.38
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Took the bikes over on the ferry from Birkenhead to Belfast as we were staying at a lovely barn conversion (Crotlieve 4 bed 3 bath and good bike cleaning facilities). This was my first ride in Northern Ireland and was delighted to see we were staying 100m from the Rostrevor MTB trail. On Sunday I joined the trail high up the valley and was directed by a few friendly local riders towards 'Heart Attack Hill' - I edged my bets as I was riding solo and pushed as I neared the top. From there I really enjoyed the variety of the trail, very different from my local trails at Swinley Forest (I'll post a few photos), you can make the ride as difficult as you want or are able. On the many rocky sections it was a good boost to confidence every time you come through unscathed, managed to navigate back to Crotlieve. Could wait to take my 14 year old lad out during the week, this time we took the road downhill to the start of the trail in Rostrevor. From there it was a hard ride and push in parts to the top (didn't find the uplift service, but did see it in use later in the week). We were rewarded with spectacular views but eventually we found ourselves above the cloud base. We took the Red trail down and absolutely loved it, I'd recommend lights as visibility was poor in the depth of the woods with the cloud, a good test though (could be my eyes!). All in all a most enjoyable ride and a good workout.

What do you like?

Great location above Carlingford Lough Trails are as testing as you make them Photo opportunities Mid-week real feeling of being away from the madding crowd Friendly MTB riders Good work-out

What could be improved?

I couldn't quite make it up 'Heart Attack' hill (that's avoidable if you start at the beginning)

Would you recommend?

Yes

Date written:

31/12/2014 - about 11 years ago

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leroy cogmeister:
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rossi trails

i enjoy riding here but would much rather ride natural trails

What do you like?

there is a good variety of trails here the views are epic

What could be improved?

the dh trails are not really suitable for beginners or for learning. lacks changing facilities brutal first climb needs to be single track puts new riders off going

Would you recommend?

Yes

Date written:

29/12/2014 - about 11 years ago

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Avg 1.48
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Bit of a let down...

The new trail centre trails promised so much yet delivered so little. Uplift service is excellent though, great for getting to all the natural/trail fairy built trails (which are some of the best in NI)

Would you recommend?

No

Date written:

16/11/2014 - about 11 years ago

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