Coolaney MTB trailsThe Coolaney Mountain Bike Centre is a pulse-pounding adventure set against the breathtaking backdrop of County Sligo's Ox Mountains. It’s one of Ireland’s five national mountain bike trail centres and the only one in the northwest, offering a thrilling mix of terrain, views, and adrenaline.
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What makes Coolaney so epic?
- Over 76 km of singletrack trails weaving through forest, heathland, and mountain slopes2
- Graded routes for all skill levels:
- 🟦 Blue trails: Moderate, with flowing sections and scenic forest paths
- 🔴 Red trails: More technical, with rocky descents and tight turns
- ⚫ Black trails: Expert-level, featuring steep climbs and fast, technical drops
- Panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean, Strandhill, and Coolaney village — a visual reward for every climb
Route Map
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Trail detail
Blue Grade trail(s) - Moderate to Difficult
Description: This blue grade trail is graded moderate, with numerous difficult sections along the route. The trails vary from fast and flowing to tight and technical. Sometimes steep and narrow, with variable surfaces including rock, roots, mud, loose stones and gravel that may become slippery when wet. This trail is for proficient cyclists only.
Distance: 5km with 100 meters climbing
Time: 45 to 90 minutes
Degree of Difficulty: Moderate to difficult
Trail Waymarking: Blue circle
Trails:
High Road
Connect Four
Northwest Express
Pump N Pedal
Distance: 5km with 100 meters climbing
Time: 45 to 90 minutes
Degree of Difficulty: Moderate to difficult
Trail Waymarking: Blue circle
Trails:
High Road
Connect Four
Northwest Express
Pump N Pedal
Red Grade trail(s) - Difficult to severe
Description: This red grade route is difficult throughout with numerous severe sections along the route. The trails vary from fast and flowing to tight and technical. Frequently steep and narrow, with variable surfaces including rock, roots, mud, loose stones and gravel that may become slippery when wet. This trail is not for novice mountain bike riders.
Distance: 10km to 23km
Time: 60 to 180 minutes
Degree of Difficulty: Difficult to severe
Trail Waymarking: Red circle
Trails:
Baywatch’ Route (10km): Mast Trail, Road Runner, Baywatch, Tin Tin, Yabba Dabba Do.
‘Buzzard Aldrin’ Route (12km): Mast Trail, Road Runner, Baywatch, Buzzard Aldrin, Yabba Dabba Do.
‘Doomore’ Route (23km): Mast Trail, Road Runner, Baywatch, Hornet, Kiwi, Vista Valley, Doomore, Ruby Rouge.
Distance: 10km to 23km
Time: 60 to 180 minutes
Degree of Difficulty: Difficult to severe
Trail Waymarking: Red circle
Trails:
Baywatch’ Route (10km): Mast Trail, Road Runner, Baywatch, Tin Tin, Yabba Dabba Do.
‘Buzzard Aldrin’ Route (12km): Mast Trail, Road Runner, Baywatch, Buzzard Aldrin, Yabba Dabba Do.
‘Doomore’ Route (23km): Mast Trail, Road Runner, Baywatch, Hornet, Kiwi, Vista Valley, Doomore, Ruby Rouge.
Black Grade trail(s) - Severe
Description: This black grade route is severe throughout. The trails vary rapidly from fast and flowing to tight and technical. Prolonged steep and narrow sections are common, with drop offs and variable surfaces including rock, roots, mud, loose stones and gravel that may become slippery when wet. This trail should not be undertaken unless you are a highly experienced and highly competent mountain bike rider.
Distance: Approx 2km
Time: 30 to 120 minutes
Degree of Difficulty: Severe
Trail Waymarking: Black circle
Trails:
‘No Delay’ Trail: 2.5km
‘R&D’ Trail: 2km
Distance: Approx 2km
Time: 30 to 120 minutes
Degree of Difficulty: Severe
Trail Waymarking: Black circle
Trails:
‘No Delay’ Trail: 2.5km
‘R&D’ Trail: 2km
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Facilities
Trailhead parking, restrooms, picnic areas, and information boards