The most technically demanding trail at Van Gaalen — the Pofadder extension takes riders off the flowing singletrack network and onto big drops, loose rocky descents and committing technical features. Advanced riders who have ridden the Van Gaalen network before come back specifically for Pofadder.
15km of easy to intermediate singletrack through a beautiful historic estate east of Johannesburg — the Modderfontein Reserve’s combination of manicured grounds, century-old trees, dam views and natural bushveld creates one of the most aesthetically rewarding trail experiences in the city, suitable for all ability levels.
A short scenic kloof trail with waterfalls in east Pretoria — Moreleta Kloof’s 5km of easy forest singletrack through a wooded ravine with stream crossings and a waterfall is the most charming beginner and family MTB destination in the greater Pretoria area. Free entry, open daily.
5km of rocky singletrack on an urban granite koppie in Johannesburg’s Melville suburb — steep climbs, city views and Iron Age ruins on a short but genuinely technical urban trail. A hidden gem 5km from the Johannesburg CBD, accessible by guided tour only.
Easy 10km flowing singletrack through the historic Modderfontein Reserve — manicured grounds, large old trees and a scenic dam make this the most beautifully maintained MTB setting in Johannesburg. A perfect beginner and family ride on excellent trail surface in a unique historic property.
The red route — Klipriviersberg’s 15km signature MTB loop with the reserve’s best city views, technical rocky koppie climbing and Iron Age ruins on the upper trail. A solid intermediate workout 20km south of the Johannesburg CBD.
10km of mixed terrain through caves, river crossings and historical sites north of Pretoria — Krokodilberg’s uniquely multi-featured trail combines MTB with cave exploration, game sightings and a post-ride braai in one of the Gauteng hinterland’s most characterful trail destinations.
Technical rocky singletrack north of Pretoria — Leeuwenkloof’s advanced trails deliver steep descents and challenging rocky climbs for skilled riders seeking a Pretoria-north skills workout. One of the more demanding informal trail networks in the greater Pretoria area.
A quick free koppie ride in the northern Johannesburg suburbs — Lonehill Nature Reserve’s 5km of easy dirt singletrack through a suburban granite koppie is the most convenient nature trail for Fourways and Lonehill residents, with small climbs and Sandton skyline views on a completely accessible route.
A 15km condensed Magaliesberg technical challenge — significant elevation gain and technically demanding rocky terrain packed into a shorter distance for advanced riders with limited time. All the rocky Magaliesberg character and mountain views without the full day commitment of the 49km Breedtsnek.