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Photographer: Rebecca Martyn / Visit Hjo

Cycling and MTB Trails at Högaliden Outdoor Recreation Area
Hjo

Experience Forest Cycling at Its Best

At Högaliden Outdoor Recreation Area, you'll find several exciting and challenging cycling and MTB trails, along with an MTB arena featuring specially designed trails. Bring your bike to Högaliden and experience forest cycling at its finest!

The MTB arena consists of various MTB trails of different lengths and difficulty levels, as well as a compact area with prepared tracks (trails) featuring pump tracks, banked turns, bridges, jumps, and other technical challenges. The starting point for both the trails and the MTB arena is at the clubhouse in Högaliden. On-site maps and signs will help you find your way.

 

ONLINE MAP 

 

Quick facts

WHAT: Longer cycling and MTB trails, as well as an MTB arena with trails
WHERE: Högaliden Outdoor Recreation Area, west of Hjo
BIKE PUMP: Yes
BIKE WASH: Yes
SIGNAGE: Yes
TOILET: Yes, open daily
PARKING: Yes, free

 
PRINTABLE MAP

 

Tips:

  • You are also allowed to cycle on the Västra Vätterleden Trail, whose fifth section passes through Högaliden (marked with orange markings).
  • Looking for a more relaxed mountain bike ride? Try a tour around the nearby lake Mullsjön.

 

 

 

Fact about the trail

Length:

  • 1 km, 3 km, and 5 km trails
  • Technical track: 800 meters
  • Högaliden MTB Arena featuring Flowtrail, Jumptrail, Skillstrail, and Skillszone

 

Surface & Terrain

Both "untouched" forest trails and prepared tracks with banked turns, obstacles, and jumps.

 

Green Trail

  • Length: 1 km
  • Elevation Gain: 32 m
  • Type: Includes technical elements and a few short climbs.

Blue Trail

  • Length: 2.7 km
  • Elevation Gain: 81 m
  • Type: Some technically challenging sections and a few short, steep climbs.

Red Trail

  • Length: 5.1 km
  • Elevation Gain: 178 m
  • Type: Several technically demanding sections, including both short, steep climbs and longer ascents.

Technical Track

  • Length: 0.8 km
  • Elevation Gain: 25 m
  • Type: A track with many turns and a few short climbs.

Högaliden MTB Arena

  • Flowtrail: A trail with banked turns and elevation changes.
  • Jumptrail: A trail featuring banked curves and various types of jumps.
  • Skillstrail: A trail where you can test your skills on both natural and built obstacles.
  • Skillszone: A compact area for practicing technique on jumps and balance obstacles.

 

 

Think about:

Bike Wash & Pump Station

At the clubhouse, you'll find a bike wash and a pump station. The pump station also has a few basic tools available for adjusting saddles, handlebars, and other minor repairs.

Bike Service

If you need assistance with your bike, Emil Cykel & Sport on Hamngatan in central Hjo offers repairs, puncture fixes, and solutions for gear or lighting issues. They also sell tubes, helmets, and other accessories to keep you prepared for your next ride.

 

Security:

MTB Arena Guidelines

  • Everyone should have fun – be considerate and keep a safe distance.
  • Protect yourself from falls – helmets are mandatory.
  • The MTB arena (trails) is designed for cycling – do not walk on the tracks.
  • Follow the designated riding direction and do not stop in the middle of the track.
  • Dispose of your trash properly – use the nearest bin.

4 Tips for Longer Rides in the Forest

  1. Bring plenty of water – the nearest water source may be far away.
  2. Keep in mind that you move quickly on your bike, but walking back takes much longer. Bring a small repair kit in case of a flat tire.
  3. Wear glasses – branches and mosquitoes can be painful if they hit your eyes.
  4. For a more comfortable ride, invest in padded cycling shorts!

Marking:

There are marked longer trails (green, blue, and red) designed for cycling and MTB (mountain biking). There is also a designated compact MTB arena with trails. The trails and MTB arena start and finish at the Högaliden Outdoor Recreation Area, near the clubhouse.

Level of difficulty:

  • Green Trail (Easy to Moderate) – Suitable for those new to MTB or looking for an easier ride.
  • Blue Trail (Moderate to Difficult) – Ideal for riders with some MTB experience who want more challenges.
  • Red Trail (Moderate to Difficult) – A technically and physically demanding trail, best suited for experienced MTB riders.
  • Technical Track (Easy to Moderate) – Great for practicing balance and turns.
  • Högaliden MTB Arena (Easy to Difficult) – Choose the level that suits you!

Suitable for:

All Ages, All Levels Welcome!

Start and end:

All trails start and finish at the clubhouse.

How to get here:

Högaliden Outdoor Recreation Area – 6 km west of Hjo.

Contact information

Högalidens Friluftsområde

Högalidens Friluftsområde

54492 Hjo