7stanes · Galloway
Ae Forest
One of the most technically varied 7stanes with a famous red and a downhill track that regularly hosts national rounds.
Quick facts
- Trails
- 40 km
- Parking
- free
- Postcode
- DG1 1QB
- Best for
- Intermediate to advanced, especially riders progressing toward the Innerleithen-level stuff.
Trail grades
- Green
- Blue
- Red
- Black
- Freeride
Facilities
- Cafe
- Bike wash
- Bike hire
- Bike shop
- Uplift service
- Skills area
- Pump track
- Toilets
- Showers
Our take
Ae is where riders from Glasgow and the central belt go when they want something harder than Glentress but closer than Innerleithen. The red has long climbs and real technical payback. The DH track is short but delivers.
Insider tips
The Omega Man feature on the red is the signature move. The descent into the final car park is the best return leg of any 7stanes.
Accommodation
Dumfries is a 15-minute drive. Bunkhouse options in Moniaive.
Food
Cafe on-site at the trail centre; nothing exciting but hot food.
Drive times
- Glasgow2h 35m
- Edinburgh2h 50m
- Inverness5h 5m
- Aberdeen4h 45m