Woodside to Gunyah Ride

Woodside to Gunyah – Tenterfield Gravel Ride The Woodside to Gunyah Ride is a brilliant 54km gravel cycling adventure from Tenterfield, combining smooth country gravel, rolling farmland and a rewarding climb through the beautiful New England High Country. Heading west from Tenterfield towards Woodside and Gunyah Road, the route quickly leaves town behind and opens into classic northern NSW countryside. Expect quiet rural roads, grazing properties, granite landscapes and plenty of space as you make your way deeper into the hills. One of the highlights is the Gunyah climb, where smooth, well-graded gravel winds its way steadily upwards through the countryside. It's the kind of climb where settling into a rhythm is part of the fun, with sweeping bends and changing views providing plenty of reward for the effort. The surrounding Woodside and Gunyah area is classic Tenterfield gravel country, with open farmland giving way to forested hills and granite outcrops. Cattle regularly graze throughout the area, adding to the remote rural feel of the ride. Riders looking to add a little more to the adventure can also incorporate a detour towards Mount Mackenzie Lookout, where elevated views across Tenterfield and the surrounding New England landscape make the extra climbing worthwhile. At around 54km, Woodside to Gunyah is a great middle-distance option within the wider Tenterfield gravel collection — substantial enough to feel like a proper day out without stepping up to the region's 100km+ epics or multi-day bikepacking routes. RTS Tip: This route uses working rural roads, so expect livestock, vehicles and changing gravel conditions along the way. Carry water, basic repair equipment and offline navigation, and check current road and weather conditions before setting out. Follow the mapping link below for the detailed Woodside to Gunyah route and navigation.