Mountain Biking in South Africa
South Africa’s weather allows for cycling any time of the year. Although it goes without saying that during the rainy season, most routes become a little more tricky. Either way, you should be prepared for an exhilarating, adrenaline pumping South African mountain biking experience.
Every province in South Africa offers mountain biking opportunities in some form or another. Whether it’s a man made course for experienced trick riders, or a steep mountain trail, mountain biking in South Africa is well established, well supported and sure to satisfy any level of rider. In the Magaliesberg, mountain bike trails will take you through the dazzling valleys, rivers and indigenous woodlands. Being on top of the Drakensberg mountains in KwaZulu Natal is one of the most spectacular places to be. This view is unsurpassed by any other.
In Knysna, you will cycle through mystical indigenous forests and just 15km out of Knysna you will find the Hamtini Mountain Bike Trail in the Farleigh State Forest. The entire town surrounds a large salt-water estuary called the Knysna Lagoon. Therefore, besides the nitty-gritty of South African mountain biking fun, you can also enjoy numerous recreational activities, such as boating, fishing, swimming and lots of adventuring.
Live to Ride offers mountain bike tours trails and holidays from Langebaan and Cape Town to the tranquil and untouched Cape West Coast. Destinations include Malmesbury, Piketberg, Beaverlac and the isolated and picturesque Cederberg. South African Mountain Bike Tours offer 21 day tours covering the Magaliesberg, Drakensberg, Knysna and Cape Town and include accommodation and transport.
Johannesburg has a vast active South African mountain biking population and there are loads of trails nearby. Many head out to the magnificent trails in Mpumalanga. If you wish to be part of a mountain biking group then why not join The Johannesburg Mountain Bike Club or JMBC. The JMBC is possibly the largest mountain bike club in South Africa and has a membership of over five hundred. The JMBC provide rides that are grouped for a range of fitness and skill levels. No matter where you decide to mountain bike in South Africa, it is a truly a exhilarating and adrenaline pumping experience. The views and forests are absolutely magnificent and worth visiting.
Featured Mountain Biking Destinations
Mountain Biking in Hogsback
Where: Hogsback
How much (per person): Free
A great way to see and enjoy the marvellous scenery in this spectacular region of the Eastern Cape is on a bike! Mountain Biking trails in Hogsback ... more information
Baakens River Mountain Bike Trail
Where: Walmer
How much (per person): Free
Get some exercise on the Baakens River Mountain Bike Trail. The Baakens River has a total length of 23 km and is situated on approximately 500 hectares ... more information
Mountain Bike Trails in Wild Mountain Country
Where: Barkly East
How much (per person): On Request
Mountain bike tracks abound in the Barkly East and Rhodes farming districts and we are developing trails for all abilities and levels of fit ... more information
Mountain Biking with JMBC
Where: Lanseria
How much (per person): R1 to R100
The Johannesburg Mountain Bike Club has celebrated its nineteenth birthday and continues to celebrate the fun art of riding a bike in the dirt ... more information

Mountain Biking in Hogsback
Where: Hogsback
How much (per person): Free
A great way to see and enjoy the marvellous scenery in this spectacular region of the Eastern Cape is on a bike! Mountain Biking trails in Hogsback ... more information

Baakens River Mountain Bike Trail
Where: Walmer
How much (per person): Free
Get some exercise on the Baakens River Mountain Bike Trail. The Baakens River has a total length of 23 km and is situated on approximately 500 hectares ... more information

Mountain Bike Trails in Wild Mountain Country
Where: Barkly East
How much (per person): On Request
Mountain bike tracks abound in the Barkly East and Rhodes farming districts and we are developing trails for all abilities and levels of fit ... more information

Mountain Biking with JMBC
Where: Lanseria
How much (per person): R1 to R100
The Johannesburg Mountain Bike Club has celebrated its nineteenth birthday and continues to celebrate the fun art of riding a bike in the dirt ... more information
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