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100km of private trails. Endless ways to explore.
Fedgroup Trails brings together 100km of interconnected private trails across the Cradle’s most distinctive outdoor spaces.
What sets the network apart is the sheer variety of trails on offer, whether you’re mountain biking, hiking, or combining the two. With dedicated routes for walkers and riders, everyone can explore the network at their own pace and in their own way.
This stems from the fact that each route has its own character, terrain and rhythm, giving members the freedom to choose the kind of outdoor experience they want on the day. Some routes are relaxed and social. Others are faster, rockier and more technical. Some are ideal for a family morning out, while others offer longer, more adventurous routes.
All of this unfolds in and around the Cradle of Humankind, close enough for a spontaneous morning escape from Johannesburg, but wild enough to feel like a genuine break from everyday life.
The network
Multiple routes, one armband.
Drawn from the Fedgroup Trails routes on Strava. Ride the full network loop on Strava. Syringa Park and Avianto share the same trails.
Syringa Park
30min from JHBBest for families, beginners, easy rides, walking routes and social coffee outings.
Avianto
30min from JHBBest for beginner to intermediate riders, tunnel riding, river scenery and quick Cradle escapes.
Farmhouse 58
45min from JHBBest for stronger riders, technical MTB, longer training rides and immersive nature escapes.
Cradle Moon
30min from JHBBest for scenic MTB, wildlife, dam views, flowing single track, technical riding and post-ride food and sundowners.
Kloofzicht
40min from JHBMTB Trails for Beginners, Families and Experienced Riders
Mountain biking trails
Walking trails
Running trails
Hiking trails
Choose your pace, your distance and your kind of escape with Fedgroup Trails:
For families
choose easier routes, enjoy the open space, then stay for coffee, food and a relaxed outing.
For beginner MTB riders
start on accessible terrain and build confidence before moving into longer or more technical routes.
For experienced MTB riders
link sections, look for rocky gradients and use the network for stronger training rides.
For trail runners and walkers
use selected routes as a convenient outdoor escape into the Cradle’s scenery and open spaces.
For regular Gauteng riders
make every weekend feel different without needing a different membership for every venue.
From the people who build and host the trails
Fedgroup Trails reviews
“What sets Fedgroup Trails apart is the sheer variety. We have developed routes for every level of rider, while investing in proper drainage, bridges and ongoing maintenance so that the experience remains safe, enjoyable and world class. This means that across 100 kilometres of interconnected trails, you can tackle rocky technical climbs, enjoy flowing forest tracks or take the family on an easy ride beside the dam. Every venue offers something different, all within about 30 minutes of Johannesburg”
“I have grown up riding and building trails at Cradle Moon, so this landscape means a lot to me. Fedgroup Trails has helped us open it to more people, from first-time riders to serious athletes, while giving us the support to keep expanding and improving the trail experience. One of the things that makes Cradle Moon so special is its proximity to both Johannesburg and Pretoria. It is about 25 minutes from Fourways and 25 minutes from Pretoria, yet once you arrive, you are surrounded by open space, wildlife and nature. It is a genuine escape right on your doorstep.”
“People want a safe, well-maintained outdoor experience they can trust. Fedgroup Trails has brought clear mapping, excellent signage and proper structure to the network, giving first-time visitors and seasoned riders confidence about where they are going, how far they are riding and what they can expect. Our partnership with Fedgroup was a natural fit because we share the same vision for creating safe, well-managed outdoor experiences.
Fedgroup Trails FAQs
What makes Fedgroup Trails different?
Unlike a single trail venue, Fedgroup Trails connects several unique destinations through one membership. Each location has its own character, scenery and terrain, allowing members to choose between relaxed family rides, technical mountain biking, scenic trail runs and peaceful walks.
How many kilometers of trails are available?
Fedgroup Trails currently offers over 100km of interconnected private trails, with additional trail development planned over time.
Who are the trails suitable for?
Fedgroup Trails caters for everyone from complete beginners and families to experienced mountain bikers looking for technical terrain and longer training rides.
What terrain should I expect?
Expect flowing single track, jeep track, rocky climbs, technical descents, bushveld, riverside trails, forest sections, open grassland and dam crossings.
Which trails are best for beginners?
The Avianto 5km and many of the easier Syringa routes provide good starting points for new riders and families.
Which trails are the most technical?
The Cradle Moon 20km, the Avianto 25km towards Farmhouse 58 and sections through Joubert offer some of the most technical riding in the network.
What is Syringa like?
Syringa offers the most relaxed experience in the network, making it ideal for families, beginners and social outings. Visitors enjoy easier trails, riverside sections, tunnel riding, coffee, food stalls and family-friendly facilities.
What makes Avianto unique?
Avianto combines flowing singletrack with rocky descents and a ride through a historic railway tunnel along the Crocodile River, creating a genuine Cradle experience only 30 minutes from Johannesburg.
What is special about Farmhouse 58, Phambili and Joubert?
This section delivers a more rugged riding experience with rocky terrain, steeper climbs, secluded valleys, dams, waterfalls and quiet natural spaces, making it ideal for stronger riders and longer adventures.
Why do riders love Cradle Moon?
Cradle Moon combines purpose-built mountain bike trails with Lake Heritage, bushveld scenery and wildlife including impala, springbok, wildebeest and blesbok, creating one of Gauteng’s most scenic MTB experiences.