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Tasmania is an incredible destination for gravel riding, with quiet backroads, forest tracks, remote fire trails and rugged cycling routes stretching across the island. From shorter gravel bike rides around Hobart and southern Tasmania to remote adventures through the Central Highlands, North East, West Coast and rural backcountry, Tasmania offers an enormous variety of terrain for gravel cyclists. Expect everything from fast-rolling country gravel and farmland to steep forest roads, rocky 4WD tracks and big climbs through some seriously wild landscapes. For riders looking to make a bigger adventure of it, Tasmania is also brilliant for bikepacking and multi-day gravel cycling. Routes can link small towns, national parks, forests and remote communities, while longer adventures such as the Tasmanian Trail show just how much of the state can be explored away from the main roads. The changing landscape is a huge part of the experience. One ride might take you through farmland and rolling hills, while another heads deep into temperate forest, alpine country or towards Tasmania's dramatic coastline. Add historic towns, local food and plenty of places worth stopping along the way and it's easy to turn a gravel ride into an entire Tasmanian road trip. Whether you're searching for an easy gravel day ride, a challenging loop or a multi-day Tasmanian bikepacking adventure, there's a huge amount of riding waiting to be discovered. RTS Tip: Tasmania has loads of individual gravel routes to explore, and Ride The State will be working on getting these added as individual Ride Cards over time. Until then, check out the mapping link to browse the Ride with GPS Tasmania gravel collection, find a route that suits your distance and ability, and start planning your next Tassie gravel adventure. Tasmania's weather and remote conditions can change quickly, so always check current access, weather, road and trail conditions before setting out and come prepared for the route you're tackling.

Meadowbank MTB, in Tasmania’s beautiful Derwent Valley around one hour from Hobart, offers a boutique mountain biking experience unlike the state’s larger public trail centres. Set across a working farm and the renowned Meadowbank vineyard, the private bike park features around 13 km of purpose-built MTB trails combining flowing descents, ridgeline riding, jumps, playful features and spectacular panoramic views across the Derwent Valley. The trails have been designed around progression and group riding, with options for different skill levels and a strong focus on fun, lower-consequence riding rather than intimidating race-style terrain. A shuttle uplift means riders can spend more time descending and less time climbing, with trails including Merino Way, Pinot Drop, Wine Down, Grasshopper, The Big G and Uncorked. Merino Way provides a long green-rated descent of around 4.7 km, while the wider network gives progressing and experienced riders opportunities to tackle faster trails, jumps and more challenging features. What really sets Meadowbank apart is the complete “ride and wine” experience. MTB sessions can be combined with food and wine at Meadowbank Winery, creating a distinctly Tasmanian riding destination rather than simply another trail network. Access is managed through private group bookings and selected public open days, with public sessions limited to small numbers, so this isn’t a trail network you can simply turn up and ride whenever you like. RTS Tip: Meadowbank MTB is all about quality laps without the crowds, so book ahead and make a day of it. Public open days can be limited to around 30 riders, and the uplift shuttle keeps the laps coming. If you’re travelling through the Derwent Valley, allow time after your ride to enjoy the vineyard setting and local food — this is one MTB destination where hanging around after the final lap is very much part of the experience.

Blackwater Velodrome – Queensland Blackwater Velodrome is an outdoor cycling track in the Central Highlands town of Blackwater, Queensland, providing a dedicated facility for track cycling and another interesting stop for riders exploring regional Queensland. The outdoor concrete velodrome measures approximately 333 metres per lap, with its banked oval track offering riders a very different cycling experience from the road, gravel and mountain bike trails found throughout the region. Blackwater also holds a special place in Australian cycling history as the hometown of Anna Meares, one of Australia's greatest track cyclists. From growing up in the small Queensland mining town, Meares went on to become an Olympic champion, win 11 world titles and become one of the most successful Australian cyclists of all time. That connection makes Blackwater an interesting destination for cycling fans as well as riders looking to discover some of Australia's lesser-known regional velodromes and cycling facilities. Whether you're searching for cycling in Blackwater, velodromes in Queensland, track cycling facilities or places to ride in Central Queensland, Blackwater Velodrome is a unique part of the region's cycling story. RTS Tip: Blackwater Velodrome is an older regional cycling facility and its condition and availability may change. Check current local information before making a special trip and inspect the track surface and facility conditions before riding.

The Domino Rail Trail is a peaceful 6km one-way ride between Trentham and Lyonville in Victoria’s Central Highlands, following part of the former railway line that once connected Daylesford with Carlsruhe. Starting beside the historic Trentham Railway Station, the trail heads through beautiful bushland and into Wombat State Forest, with remnants of the old railway, interpretive signs and plenty of native wildlife along the way. The mostly flat route has a mix of compacted earth and coarse gravel, making it well suited to gravel, hybrid and mountain bikes. Ride it one way or return the same way for an easy-going 12km round trip. RTS Tip: Take your time and keep an eye out for the old railway infrastructure hidden alongside the trail. Near Lyonville you’ll also pass close to the historic Coliban River railway trestle bridge; the bridge itself is unsafe and closed, with a signposted detour around it. Trentham makes a great starting point with cafés and supplies nearby, while Lyonville gives you a handy turnaround point before cruising back through the forest.

The Tasmanian Trail is Australia's premier cross-state bikepacking adventure, stretching approximately 480 kilometres from Devonport on Tasmania's north coast to Dover in the far south. Traversing forests, farmland, alpine plateaus, historic towns and remote wilderness, it offers one of the country's most rewarding multi-day cycling experiences. Designed for mountain bikes, gravel bikes and experienced bikepackers, the trail follows a combination of forestry roads, gravel roads, quiet country lanes, 4WD tracks and purpose-built trail sections. Along the journey you'll climb through the spectacular Great Western Tiers, cross the Central Highlands, ride beside Arthurs Lake, pass through Bronte Park, follow the Derwent and Huon Valleys, and experience the ever-changing landscapes that make Tasmania such a unique cycling destination. While incredibly scenic, the Tasmanian Trail is a genuine adventure rather than a casual touring route. Expect long climbs, remote sections, changing weather, rough trail surfaces and limited resupply opportunities between towns. Riders should be self-sufficient, carry appropriate navigation, food, water and repair equipment, and allow plenty of time to enjoy the journey rather than simply race from end to end. The trail is typically completed over 6 to 10 days, depending on pace and route choices, although many riders choose to tackle individual sections as weekend adventures. Accommodation options include campgrounds, huts, country towns and local accommodation providers, allowing riders to tailor the experience to suit their preferred style of adventure. Whether you're chasing your first big bikepacking expedition or looking to tick off one of Australia's true bucket-list cycling adventures, the Tasmanian Trail delivers an unforgettable journey through the heart of Tasmania—where every day brings new landscapes, new challenges and a deep sense of wilderness that few rides can match.

The Woodend to Daylesford Rail Trail follows the corridor of the former railway through Victoria’s beautiful Central Highlands, although currently only the 6km Domino Rail Trail between Trentham and Lyonville has been developed as a continuous rail trail. Starting beside the historic Trentham Railway Station, the trail heads through peaceful bushland of manna gums, peppermint and mountain gums, with coarse gravel and compacted earth underwheel. Along the way you’ll find remnants of the old railway, historic infrastructure and interpretive signs telling the story of the line, with the chance of spotting wallabies and kangaroos in the surrounding forest. The gentle railway gradient makes it a relaxed ride suited to mountain bikes, gravel bikes and hybrids, with Trentham providing plenty of options for food and a wander before or after the ride. RTS Tip: Despite the name, you can’t currently ride a continuous rail trail from Woodend to Daylesford. The developed Domino section runs 6km from Trentham to Lyonville, making for an easy 12km return ride. There is currently a signed detour around a temporarily closed bridge near Stony Creek, so follow local signage when riding through this section.