Oslo · Mountain biking

Otertjernsbakkene

An out-and-back mountain bike trail in Oslo, Norway.

2.6 mi
round trip
959 ft
climb
Difficult
difficulty
Out and back
route

Otertjernsbakkene is an out-and-back mountain bike trail in Oslo, Norway. It is 1.3 miles each way, 2.6 miles there and back. It runs between about 760 ft and 1,500 ft above sea level, with roughly 850 ft of climbing one way. It is rated mtb:scale 2: larger roots and rocks, steps and steeper pitches, for confident riders. The nearest town is Sørkedalen, about 2.2 miles west of the start. Peaks within about 3 miles include Høghaugen, Kulpåsen and Seteråsen. Hellefoss and Grytafossen are within about 3 miles. For camping, Østernvann Teltplass and Bogstadvannet Teltplass Fossum are within about 6 miles. There are 10 other mapped trails within about 3 miles, so you can combine or extend the outing. Distances, elevations and the trail shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Trail access for bikes, closures and conditions change, so check locally before you ride.

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