Location:

This trail network is located approximately 4km north of Roundwood, Co. Wicklow. From Kilmacanogue (on the N 11),  take the R755 to Roundwood. After approx 10 km., turn right on to the R759 (Sally Gap Road) to the next junction. Turn right here and follow this road for 2 km. The trail and car park is on your left.

Parking Info:

No of car spaces: 25

Trail Details:

Ballinastoe Mountain Bike Trail
Recreation Site: Ballinastoe 
Trail Start Point: Car Park
Length: 13.7 km
Time: 2 hrs
Degree of Difficulty: Difficult (see definitions below) 
Metres Climb: 270
Attributes: Loop Trail (Returns to Starting Point)
Finish Point: Car Park
Trail Way marking: red

Cycling Route Grading Definitions:

Easy
Gradients - Shallow
Surface - Compacted surface 2-3 m wide and forest roads
Suitable for - Occasional cyclists and families

Moderate
Gradients - Moderate with some steep sections that may have to be walked
Surface - Compacted surface 2-3 m wide with up to 10% on rough tracks under 2m wide
Suitable for - Novice cyclists and families

Difficult
Gradients - Steep
Surface - Width below 1m wide with a range of surfaces including rough narrow tracks
Suitable for - Good cyclists with mountain bikes

Severe
Gradients - Steep with drop offs
Surface - Mostly on rough narrow tracks
Suitable for - Expert mountain bikers