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Dungog MTB Park, set within the 650-acre Dungog Common on the western edge of Dungog, has become one of the Hunter region’s standout mountain biking destinations. The Common offers over 30km of singletrack, with trails ranging from easy beginner riding through to difficult technical terrain, plus two purpose-built flow tracks and a fun track. The network rolls through open countryside and forested hills, combining cross-country singletrack, climbs, fast descents and plenty of opportunities to build skills. The trails are managed and maintained by the volunteer-run Ride Dungog, making this a genuine community-built riding destination within easy reach of Newcastle and the Central Coast. RTS Tip: Give yourself plenty of time here — between the XC network, flow tracks and pump/fun track, it’s easy to spend a full day riding. Check the current trail status with Ride Dungog before heading out, particularly after rain. Shuttle services also operate on many weekends and selected holiday periods if you’d rather save your legs and maximise your descending laps.

The Dungog Common Pump Track is a world-class Velosolutions asphalt pump track designed to be fun, challenging and accessible for riders of all ages and abilities. Located within Dungog Common MTB Park, it's the perfect place to build confidence, refine your skills or simply enjoy endless laps with friends and family. Featuring smooth berms, rollers and multiple riding lines, the track rewards good technique by allowing riders to generate speed by pumping the terrain rather than pedalling. Whether you're on a mountain bike, BMX, balance bike, scooter or skateboard, the track offers a fun and engaging experience that keeps riders coming back for "just one more lap". The pump track sits alongside Dungog's extensive mountain bike trail network, making it an ideal warm-up before hitting the singletrack or the perfect place to finish your ride. It's also a fantastic venue for coaching sessions, skills development and introducing new riders to cycling in a safe, purpose-built environment. With picnic areas, open space and the welcoming township of Dungog just minutes away, it's easy to spend an entire day here. Whether you're learning the basics, chasing smoother laps or simply watching some incredibly talented riders carry speed around the circuit, the Dungog Common Pump Track is a must-visit stop on any Ride The State adventure.

Pioneer MTB Park is a purpose-built mountain bike network at Pioneer Road, Hunterview near Singleton in the NSW Hunter Valley, offering a fun mix of cross-country singletrack, flow trails and jump-focused riding. The park received a major $500,000 upgrade completed in 2025, transforming the existing local trail network into a more formalised MTB destination. The project upgraded around 9.4km of existing trails and added another 1.7km of new trail, along with improved signage and rehabilitation of older unsustainable sections. The main riding is aimed primarily at intermediate to advanced riders, with flowing cross-country singletrack weaving through dry Hunter Valley bushland. Expect plenty of corners, short climbs and descents, berms and technical features, with the network designed so riders can easily link sections into longer laps. The recent redevelopment has added even more variety, including flow lines, jump lines and dual-slalom-style riding. Current trail mapping highlights features including berms, bridges, drops, jumps and gap jumps, giving riders plenty to session alongside the main XC trails. One of the established ways to explore Pioneer is via the roughly 10km main loop, with shorter options available for riders who don't want to tackle the whole network. The trails are predominantly ridden anticlockwise, while the dedicated flow lines have their own signed directions. Pioneer is also closely connected with the Singleton Mountain Bike Club, which has worked alongside Singleton Council in developing the facility and uses the upgraded network for local riding and racing. For riders searching for Singleton mountain bike trails, Pioneer MTB Park, Hunter Valley MTB, mountain biking near Singleton or MTB trails in the Hunter, Pioneer is well worth adding to the ride list. RTS Tip: Pioneer has changed significantly following its 2025 redevelopment, so older maps and ride descriptions may no longer reflect the current network. Use up-to-date trail mapping and follow the new directional signage on the ground. With XC trails plus dedicated flow and jump lines, allow some extra time to explore and session the different areas rather than simply knocking out one lap.

The Wisemans Ferry to Wollombi Gravel Ride is a brilliant point-to-point cycling adventure linking the Hawkesbury with the Hunter Valley through historic St Albans, remote gravel roads and spectacular sandstone country. Starting at Wisemans Ferry, the adventure begins with a crossing of the Hawkesbury River before heading north along Settlers Road towards St Albans. This opening section delivers some beautiful gravel riding, following the Macdonald River beneath sandstone cliffs and through quiet bushland. Historic St Albans makes a perfect first stop before the route continues north along Wollombi Road. From here, things become increasingly remote as the road winds through the valley, with creek crossings, forest, sandstone formations and long stretches of gravel creating a genuine backcountry feel. Eventually the route climbs away from the valley towards the Great North Road, part of the historic convict-built route originally constructed to connect Sydney with the Hunter Valley. From here, riders continue towards Laguna and Wollombi, eventually rolling into one of the Hunter Valley's best-known historic villages. At around 80km point-to-point, this makes a fantastic big day on the gravel bike, but it can just as easily become part of a longer bikepacking adventure. Stay overnight around Wollombi, continue further into the Hunter Valley or build the route into a multi-day journey linking Sydney, the Hawkesbury and Hunter by bike. Expect a mixture of smooth gravel, unsealed country roads and sealed sections, along with sustained climbing as you travel north. Conditions can vary considerably after rain, so the ride can feel very different depending on when you tackle it. For riders searching for gravel riding near Sydney, this is a cracker — historic roads, remote valleys and some seriously good gravel, all connecting two destinations that are worth visiting in their own right. RTS Tip: This is a point-to-point ride, so organise your return transport or accommodation before setting out. Services become limited once you leave St Albans, and mobile reception can be patchy through the valleys. Carry sufficient food and water, repair gear and offline navigation, and check current road, ferry, weather and fire conditions before leaving.

Wyong & Laguna Gravel Loop – Central Coast NSW The Wyong & Laguna Gravel Loop is an epic full-day gravel adventure linking the NSW Central Coast with the forests and valleys of the Watagans and Hunter Valley. Starting from Wyong, the route leaves the traffic behind and heads towards Watagan Forest Road, where the gravel begins almost immediately with a steady climb into the forest. From here, riders follow beautiful undulating gravel roads through the Watagans, with forested ridgelines, valleys and long stretches beneath the canopy creating some brilliant riding. The route passes Olney Headquarters campground before turning onto Wollombi Forest Road and beginning the descent towards Watagan Creek. The landscape changes dramatically as you drop from the forest into the valley, where flowing gravel follows Watagan Creek through farmland towards Laguna. Laguna provides the perfect halfway destination and an important opportunity to refill water and grab some food before tackling the return journey. From Laguna, the route heads south before turning back onto gravel around Murrays Run Road, following Wollombi Brook through more farmland and quiet country before another substantial climb. One of the rewards comes later with the long Brush Creek Road descent, dropping through beautiful forest on well-graded gravel before the route eventually works its way towards Yarramalong and back to Wyong. It's a big day on the bike, combining long gravel sectors, sustained climbing, forest roads, rural valleys and some fantastic descents. For experienced riders searching for gravel riding near Sydney, Newcastle or the Central Coast, this is one worth putting on the list. Another huge bonus? Wyong Station makes the ride accessible by train, opening up the possibility of a serious gravel adventure without needing to drive to the trailhead. RTS Tip: Water and resupply opportunities are limited through much of the route, so carry plenty with you and make the most of the stop at Laguna. Download your navigation before leaving, carry repair equipment and check current forestry, road, weather and fire conditions before setting out. Conditions in the Watagans can change considerably following rain.