# Kielder Forest's Lonesome Pine bike trail

**URL:** <https://community.cyrusher.com/t/kielder-forests-lonesome-pine-bike-trail/412>\
**Category:** Rider Stories\
**Created:** [November 29, 2024, 9:20am UTC](https://community.cyrusher.com/t/kielder-forests-lonesome-pine-bike-trail/412 "2024-11-29T09:20:53Z")\
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**Author:** ![Julin](https://community.cyrusher.com/user_avatar/community.cyrusher.com/julin/32/693_2.png) [@Julin](https://community.cyrusher.com/u/Julin)\
**Post date:** [November 29, 2024, 9:20am UTC](https://community.cyrusher.com/t/kielder-forests-lonesome-pine-bike-trail/412/1 "2024-11-29T09:20:53Z")

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![The-iconic-Lonesome-Pine-Mountain-Bike-Trail @ Tommy Wilkinson, DW Agency](https://community.cyrusher.com/uploads/default/original/1X/5bf713e7da15089804d2e63a9afecd13abe70d65.webp)

**Location：Northumberland, England**  
**Length: 11 miles (18 km)**  
**Suited for: proficient riders**

Kielder Forest’s Lonesome Pine bike trail is a popular route among biking enthusiasts. The trail was closed for three years due to significant damage caused by Storm Arwen in 2021. After extensive maintenance and restoration efforts, it has now reopened to the public. This scenic path offers stunning views of the Northumberland countryside and features the longest wooden boardwalk in England, which helps riders navigate the marshy areas of Purdom Pike. From this elevation, riders can ascend over 1,000 feet to enjoy breathtaking views of the North Tyne Valley.

Several trails in the area have been reopened and cater to riders of all skill levels. It’s advisable to check with the Forest Service for specific opening information before your trip to stay updated on trail conditions.

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**Forest Service Route Information:**

> **[Lonesome Pine trail at Kielder](https://www.forestryengland.uk/kielder-forest/lonesome-pine-trail-kielder)**
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> Starting on the Lakeside Way, the trail heads up to the top of Purdom Pike at over 1000 feet where you will be greeted by quite simply breath-taking views of the North Tyne Valley and beyond. To help get you across the boggy terrain of Purdom Pike is...

**Maps:**

> **[Kielder%20Lonesome\_eng-nee-kwfp-mtb-map.pdf](https://www.forestryengland.uk/sites/default/files/documents/Kielder%20Lonesome_eng-nee-kwfp-mtb-map.pdf)**
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**Trail reopening news:**

> **[Kielder Forest's upgraded Pine bike trail reopens after Storm Arwen destruction](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/north-east-news/kielder-forests-lonesome-pine-bike-30454081)**
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> Storm Arwen left a trail of destruction across the North East in November 2021

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**Author:** ![Suzief62](https://community.cyrusher.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/s/41988e/32.png) [@Suzief62](https://community.cyrusher.com/u/Suzief62)\
**Post date:** [December 11, 2024, 10:06am UTC](https://community.cyrusher.com/t/kielder-forests-lonesome-pine-bike-trail/412/2 "2024-12-11T10:06:39Z")

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Thanks, This looks grea,t not too far for us will try it when the weather is warmer.

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**Author:** ![Julin](https://community.cyrusher.com/user_avatar/community.cyrusher.com/julin/32/693_2.png) [@Julin](https://community.cyrusher.com/u/Julin)\
**Post date:** [December 13, 2024, 8:21am UTC](https://community.cyrusher.com/t/kielder-forests-lonesome-pine-bike-trail/412/3 "2024-12-13T08:21:06Z")

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Great! Looking forward to your feedback! 🚵‍♂️