Rusper is a village and civil parish located within the Horsham District of West Sussex, England. This region offers diverse landscapes, including ancient woodlands, open pastures, and natural water features, making it suitable for a variety of outdoor pursuits. The terrain provides a mix of paved and unpaved surfaces, with opportunities for ridge-top views and access to larger natural areas like St Leonard's Forest. These features create an environment ideal for several sports like jogging, road cycling, touring cycling, mountain…
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4.3
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Average rating
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4.7
(3)
131
riders
50.4km
02:11
410m
410m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

44
riders
60.8km
02:44
460m
460m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

39
riders
67.4km
03:03
560m
560m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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29
riders
45.1km
02:16
580m
580m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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74
runners
5.08km
00:32
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

54
runners
10.7km
01:10
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

39
runners
6.06km
00:38
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

39
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
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35
riders
25.4km
01:43
200m
200m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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45
riders
35.7km
02:31
210m
210m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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29
riders
18.6km
01:24
200m
200m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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12
riders
34.4km
02:14
240m
240m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
(2)
49
riders
52.2km
03:13
480m
480m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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40
riders
26.4km
01:51
180m
180m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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35
riders
27.3km
02:05
160m
160m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

15
riders
62.0km
03:59
780m
780m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.2
(6)
23
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.2
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19
hikers
4.94km
01:19
60m
60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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30
hikers
6.22km
01:39
60m
60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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19
hikers
5.58km
01:28
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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47
riders
70.8km
03:56
450m
450m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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102
riders
64.8km
04:10
300m
300m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
riders
55.3km
04:09
820m
820m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4
riders
71.1km
04:51
830m
830m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Rusper offers a variety of outdoor activities including jogging, road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, hiking, and gravel biking. The region features more than 30 routes across diverse landscapes like ancient woodlands and open pastures. These routes have an average rating of 4.46 stars from over 51,000 visitors.
Rusper provides a network of jogging routes suitable for various fitness levels, traversing wooded areas and open pastoral land. Popular options include loops up to 6.3 miles (10.2 km) long, such as those around North Heath Copse. More details are available in the Running Trails around Rusper guide.
Road cycling in Rusper features mostly paved surfaces through varied rural landscapes. Routes range from easy rides with minimal elevation gain to more challenging options requiring good fitness. The Road Cycling Routes around Rusper guide provides specific tour information.
Mountain biking in Rusper offers diverse terrain, including woodlands and ponds, with access to larger natural areas like St Leonard's Forest. Trails cater to all abilities, from easy paths to more challenging routes. Popular options include loops around Ifield Mill Pond and along Worth Way. The MTB Trails around Rusper guide details specific routes.
Rusper offers routes suitable for beginners and those seeking easy outdoor experiences across multiple sports. Jogging loops through wooded areas and easy cycling routes with minimal elevation gain are available. The Easy hikes around Rusper guide highlights accessible walking options.
Routes in Rusper pass through ancient woodlands, expansive open pastures, and offer ridge-top views of the surrounding countryside. Natural water features like Ifield Mill Pond and Bewbush Water Gardens also add to the scenic beauty of many trails.
Rusper provides routes suitable for families, particularly those seeking easy and moderate paths through scenic areas. Options include gentle jogging loops and cycling routes on mostly paved surfaces. These routes allow for exploration of the village's natural beauty without excessive difficulty.
Outdoor routes in Rusper have an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on feedback from over 51,000 visitors who have explored the region's diverse trails for various activities.
Komoot offers several guides for Rusper, covering various activities. These include Running Trails around Rusper, Road Cycling Routes around Rusper, MTB Trails around Rusper, and Hiking around Rusper.
The official body representing the Rusper region is the Rusper Parish Council. Their official website is rusper-pc.org.uk. The Parish Clerk can be reached by phone at 07380 468256.
Rusper's trails feature diverse terrain, including ancient woodlands, open pastures, and some ridge-top sections. Surfaces vary, with options for paved roads suitable for cycling and unpaved paths through natural areas for jogging, hiking, and mountain biking.
Yes, Rusper offers various circular routes for different activities. Jogging and cycling routes often form loops through wooded areas and open fields, allowing for exploration of the local landscape without retracing steps.

