Forest of Ae

The 7stanes mountain bike trails at the Forest of Ae, Dumfries and Galloway Reached off the A701 at Ae Bridgend, about 10 miles from Dumfries, Ae is the 7stanes center for riders who want flowing red mileage and a proper downhill. The 24 km red Ae Line is the signature loop, with the 13.5 km blue Craigshiels and the 9 km green Ae Valley for less confident riders, plus a skills area. Gravity riders get The Shredder, a 1 km red downhill built as an icebreaker, and the double-black Ae Downhill, 1.6 km of rocky sections and drop-offs. All three loops currently carry storm diversions, and reports of the trailhead café and bike shop conflict, so check Forestry and Land Scotland's page before relying on them.