What app should I use for MTB trails in Tipperary?

For MTB trails in Tipperary, the best apps are: Komoot (good for route planning and community trail notes), Strava (for tracking and segments), and Ordnance Survey Ireland (OSi) maps for offline navigation on the mountain trails. The OSi app is essential for the upper Comeragh and Galtee terrain where mobile signal disappears. Download the relevant map tiles before you leave home.

Are there GPS tracks for Tipperary MTB trails?

GPS tracks for Tipperary MTB trails are available on Komoot and Strava. Search for 'Kilcommon Loop', 'Comeragh Mountains MTB', 'Slievenamon cycle' and 'Nire Valley cycle' to find community-contributed tracks. The quality varies — always cross-reference with OS maps for remote mountain routes rather than trusting a single GPS track you haven't ridden before.

Which Tipperary MTB trail is closest to Clonmel?

The closest MTB riding to Clonmel is the Faobam forest trail network — about 10 minutes from the town centre on the south side of Clonmel. Next closest is Slievenamon (20-25 min via Kilcash) and the lower Comeragh Mountains approaches (25-30 min via Rathgormack). All of these are within easy reach for a half-day or evening ride from Clonmel.

MTB Tipperary Trails Map — Where to Ride in Co. Tipperary

This is my guide to where you can mountain bike in Co. Tipperary, with locations, access info, and honest descriptions. I'm 13, I live in Clonmel, and I've ridden all of these areas. Use this as your starting point for planning rides in the area.

Trail areas — locations and access

Faobam, Clonmel

52.3480° N, 7.7100° W — 10 min from Clonmel town

Local forest trail network on the south side of Clonmel. Coillte forestry fire roads and singletrack. No formal trailhead — access from the south residential side of town. Best for: intermediate riders, evening rides, local sessions. Suitable year-round on the lower tracks.

Comeragh Mountains — Mahon Falls access

52.2880° N, 7.6820° W — 30 min from Clonmel via R678

Main Comeragh Mountains access point. Mahon Falls car park is the best starting base. Kilcommon Loop (~20km circuit), Nine Valley extension, upper mountain plateau routes. Intermediate to expert. Dramatic glacial terrain, rocky descents. Download OSi maps offline — no signal above treeline.

Slievenamon — Kilcash approach

52.4300° N, 7.6100° W — 20 min from Clonmel via Kilcash

719m standalone peak north of Clonmel. Fire road ascent from Kilcash car park to summit plateau. All-weather access (lower forestry). Not technical — steady climbing and descent on gravel fire roads. Outstanding views from summit on clear days. 12-14km round trip, 550m elevation gain.

Knockmealdown Mountains — Vee Pass area

52.2300° N, 7.9200° W — 40 min from Clonmel via Clogheen

South Tipperary / North Waterford range. Access from Clogheen to the north or the Bay Lough/Vee Pass area. Ridge riding with long views. Coillte forest tracks on the lower slopes, open mountain ridgeline above. Intermediate to experienced. Best in dry summer conditions.

Galtee Mountains — Glen of Aherlow access

52.3700° N, 8.1500° W — 45 min from Clonmel via N24/R664

Ireland's highest inland mountain range. Access from the Glen of Aherlow on the north side via Bansha. Galtymore summit is 919m. Forest tracks at lower elevations, open mountain ridge above. Serious remote terrain — experienced riders only for the upper mountain. Excellent summer ridge riding.

Suir Valley Greenway

52.3556° N, 7.7039° W — starts Clonmel quays

46km flat surfaced trail from Clonmel to Carrick-on-Suir along the River Suir. Suitable for all fitness levels and all bike types. Year-round access. Excellent for distance days, recovery rides, family cycling. See the Suir Valley Greenway guide for full details.

Navigation tools for Tipperary MTB

For the lower forest trails and greenway, any mapping app works fine. For the upper mountain terrain (Comeraghs, Galtees, Knockmealdowns), you need proper offline mapping before you lose signal. Download Ordnance Survey Ireland (OSi) app and cache the relevant map tiles before going into the mountains. Komoot is good for community route notes. Cross-reference Komoot tracks with OSi maps — don't rely on a single GPS track you don't recognise.

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