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The Rocherlea Rail Trail, in Launceston, northern Tasmania, is an easy sealed cycling and walking trail connecting Rocherlea with Mowbray, with onward cycling connections towards Inveresk and central Launceston. The dedicated old-railway section is around 3–4 km one way, following part of the former Launceston–Scottsdale railway corridor behind the Mowbray Golf Course. Its sealed surface and relatively gentle gradient make it a good option for families, beginner cyclists, e-bikes, hybrids, mountain bikes and commuters looking for an easy bike ride in Launceston. Starting near Hume Street in Rocherlea, the trail heads south towards Mowbray through a mixture of suburban open space, sporting areas and former railway land. The Rocherlea end features several attractive railway cuttings and embankments, with the disused railway corridor running beside the trail and views opening towards Launceston. Riders can exit around Dover Street in Mowbray, which is a convenient turnaround point for a short approximately 6–8 km return ride. Riders wanting more distance can continue towards Inveresk and the Launceston CBD, although the connection isn't completely continuous. A missing link around the Mowbray racecourse means cyclists currently need to use local streets between sections of the trail. From the Vermont Road area, another sealed section continues towards Remount Road, with the route eventually joining a gravel path along the flood levee towards Inveresk. At Inveresk, riders arrive at one of Launceston's major cultural precincts, home to the Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery and Launceston Tramway Museum. From here, the trail connects into Launceston's wider riverside and urban cycling network, making the Rocherlea Rail Trail useful not only as a standalone recreational ride but also as a north–south cycling connection into central Launceston. The trail also preserves part of Tasmania's railway history. The Launceston–Scottsdale railway opened in 1889, passing through Rocherlea as it travelled into north-east Tasmania. The line was later extended beyond Scottsdale, and after passenger services disappeared, it continued carrying freight including logs and woodchips. Freight operations ultimately ceased in 2005, leaving sections of the former corridor available for recreational trails. RTS Tip: For a simple family ride, stick to the sealed Rocherlea–Mowbray section and return the same way. If you're looking for more kilometres, continue towards Inveresk and Launceston, but download the route first — the racecourse creates a break in the old railway corridor and requires some local-street navigation. The trail is also a useful starting point for riders interested in exploring more of northern Tasmania's railway history, with the separate North-East Tasmania Rail Trail at Scottsdale following another section of the former Launceston–Scottsdale railway.

Silverdome, at Prospect in Launceston, Tasmania, is one of Australia’s most significant track-cycling venues. Located within Kate Reed Reserve around 10 minutes south of the Launceston CBD, the multi-purpose indoor arena is home to a distinctive Tasmanian Oak timber velodrome used for community cycling, club racing, elite training and major track events. Opened in March 1985, the Silverdome made history as the Southern Hemisphere’s first indoor timber cycling velodrome. The venue was originally built specifically around cycling and remains one of only a small number of hardwood velodromes in Australia. Since 1997, the Tasmanian Institute of Sport has used the Silverdome as its northern base and the track has played an important role in developing generations of Tasmanian cyclists. The velodrome continues to host track training, club meets and major competitions. The Launceston cycling community regularly uses the facility, and the Silverdome is also part of Tasmania’s famous summer track-racing tradition. The 2026 TasCarnivals calendar, for example, includes a Launceston round at the Silverdome on 28 December. The Silverdome is much more than a velodrome, with the central arena also used for basketball, netball, futsal, indoor hockey, concerts and exhibitions. The venue can accommodate up to 5,000 people, with free parking for up to 1,000 vehicles. Since May 2025 it has been owned and operated by Stadiums Tasmania. A significant $12 million redevelopment is currently underway in 2026, including refurbishment and modifications to the cycling track alongside new seating, sports flooring, change rooms, function spaces and other venue improvements. Riders should therefore check current access before visiting while construction progresses. RTS Tip: The Silverdome isn’t an open public velodrome where you can simply arrive and ride. Casual track hire is available for eligible Cycling Tasmania members, while club sessions and organised events provide other opportunities to experience the track. Check the current program before heading out, particularly during the 2026 redevelopment. If you’ve brought the MTB as well, Kate Reed Reserve is right beside the Silverdome, making it easy to combine track cycling with some Launceston singletrack.

Just outside Launceston, Hollybank Reserve offers mountain biking through beautiful Tasmanian forest, with purpose-built trails winding beneath towering trees and through lush bushland. The network includes flowing singletrack, climbs, descents and technical features, with options that allow riders to put together anything from a quick spin to a longer trail session. Hollybank’s forest setting gives it a distinctly Tasmanian feel and makes it an easy MTB escape for riders staying in Launceston or exploring the wider north-east trail scene. RTS Tip: Hollybank can be a great addition to a north-east Tasmania MTB road trip, particularly if you’re travelling between Launceston and the bigger trail destinations further east. Check current trail conditions and closures before heading out, especially after wet weather, and choose trails that match your ability.

Kate Reed Nature Recreation Area, on the southern outskirts of Launceston, Tasmania, is a popular local mountain biking destination offering around 15 km of tracks and trails through approximately 120 hectares of native bushland. The network is known for its narrow, tight and twisty singletrack, small hills, short punchy climbs and fun descents, with around 6 km designated as mountain-bike-preferred trail. The relatively approachable terrain makes Kate Reed particularly good for beginners, families and XC riders, while more experienced mountain bikers can still find plenty of features and fast, flowing sections to keep things interesting. Just around 10 minutes from Launceston’s CBD, it’s an easy option for a quick MTB session or a few hours exploring Tasmania’s northern trail network. The reserve is also used for walking, running and orienteering, while the Launceston Mountain Bike Club regularly uses and helps maintain the MTB trails. Access is available via the Silverdome complex on Oakden Road or from the Kings Meadows connector near the Midland Highway, although parking and access conditions vary between entrances. RTS Tip: Kate Reed is a great choice if you’re newer to mountain biking or want a fun XC ride without committing to a huge trail network. After periods of heavy rain, give the singletrack time to dry — the local trail crew specifically asks riders to stay off wet trails to prevent damage. If parking at the Silverdome, also be aware that its access gate is locked outside business hours.

The Lake Dulverton Rail Trail is an easy 7 km cycling and walking trail between the historic town of Oatlands and Parattah in Tasmania’s Southern Midlands, around 83 km north of Hobart. Starting near the shores of Lake Dulverton, the trail follows the former Oatlands–Parattah railway corridor through an important wetland environment before continuing across open agricultural country towards the old railway settlement of Parattah. The predominantly fine-gravel surface and gentle railway gradients make it a great option for touring bikes, hybrids, gravel bikes and recreational riders, with a return trip creating an achievable ride of around 14 km. The original railway opened in 1885, connecting Oatlands with the main Hobart–Launceston railway at Parattah, and operated until 1949. Today the rail trail combines this railway heritage with classic Tasmanian countryside, lake views and excellent opportunities for spotting waterbirds around Lake Dulverton. Riders can finish at historic Parattah Railway Station, or use the trail as part of a much bigger cycling adventure — including the Oatlands–Andover–Parattah loop, which extends the ride to around 66 km using quiet country roads and gravel through the surrounding sheep country. RTS Tip: For an easy ride, pedal the 7 km from Oatlands to Parattah and return for around 14 km, leaving some time to explore historic Oatlands before or after your ride. There is no drinking water along the rail trail, so fill your bottles before setting off. If you’re chasing more kilometres, use the trail as the starting point for one of the longer gravel loops through Andover and the surrounding Southern Midlands countryside.

The North-East Tasmania Rail Trail is a beautiful 26 km gravel cycling and walking trail from Scottsdale to Tulendeena at Billycock Hill, around 60 km north-east of Launceston. Following the former Launceston–Scottsdale railway corridor, the trail travels through rolling farmland, open bushland and increasingly dense forest, with spectacular fern-lined railway cuttings, old station sites and huge embankments providing reminders of the railway that once crossed this part of north-east Tasmania. The predominantly compacted gravel surface and gentle railway gradients make it suitable for mountain bikes, gravel bikes, hybrids, touring bikes, e-bikes and families. Starting at the old Scottsdale Railway Station, the first 10 km descends through farmland and bushland towards Tonganah, passing Lings Siding, crossing the Tasman Highway twice and eventually crossing the Great Forester River. Riders looking for a shorter trip can turn around at Tonganah for approximately 20 km return, while an even easier family option is the roughly 3 km ride from Scottsdale to Northeast Park. Beyond Tonganah, the character of the ride changes dramatically. The remaining 16 km climbs steadily towards Tulendeena and Billycock Hill, winding through tall forest, enormous tree ferns, deep railway cuttings and impressive embankments. Historic station sites at Trewalla, Kamona and Tulendeena have shelters where riders can stop along the way. At the trail's highest point there are views towards Bass Strait, and on a clear day it is even possible to see the peaks of Flinders Island. For riders wanting the scenery without the full climb, a great option is to arrange a drop-off at Tulendeena/Billycock Hill and ride approximately 16 km predominantly downhill to Tonganah. From Tulendeena, adventurous riders can also continue roughly 3.4 km down the steep gravel Snake Track to Legerwood, home to the town's famous carved memorial trees. The trail is also planned to become considerably longer. Stage 3 proposes another 40 km between Scottsdale and Lilydale Falls, which would create a continuous trail of around 66 km and include the remarkable approximately 700 m-long railway tunnel at Tunnel. As of 2026, that extension remains in planning and forms part of Dorset Council's broader proposed regional trail network. RTS Tip: If you're riding the full trail from Scottsdale, remember that the easy descent towards Tonganah is followed by a long, gradual 16 km climb to Billycock Hill — but you get a brilliant run back down on the return. There are no food services along the trail or at Tulendeena, so stock up in Scottsdale and carry enough water and food for your ride. For a shorter adventure, shuttle to Billycock Hill and enjoy the predominantly downhill ride through the fern-filled forest to Tonganah.

St Leonards BMX Track, on the eastern side of Launceston, Tasmania, is home to the Launceston BMX Club and its dedicated BMX racing facility on St Leonards Road. The track provides a purpose-built venue for BMX racing and skills development, catering for young riders getting started through to experienced racers. The City of Launceston specifically promotes St Leonards as the place to join the local BMX club, distinguishing it from the city’s public pump tracks and MTB networks. The track offers the traditional BMX race experience, with a start gate, straights filled with rollers and jumps, and large banked berms designed for pumping, jumping, cornering and close racing. Rather than being a general mountain bike trail network, St Leonards is focused on short, fast BMX laps and structured skill progression. The location also makes it easy to combine BMX with other cycling around Launceston. The City’s cycling network includes off-road shared paths around St Leonards and the North Esk River, while dedicated mountain biking can be found elsewhere around Launceston, particularly at Kate Reed State Recreation Area and Trevallyn Reserve. RTS Tip: Treat St Leonards as a club BMX race track rather than a public pump track. Check Launceston BMX Club’s current training and race schedule before heading out, particularly if you’re hoping to try BMX for the first time. For casual riding with kids, Launceston also has several public pump tracks, while riders wanting singletrack can head to Kate Reed or Trevallyn.

Trevallyn Nature Recreation Area MTB Trails Trevallyn Nature Recreation Area, just 4 km from central Launceston, is one of the city’s established mountain biking areas, offering a combination of purpose-built singletrack and a much larger network of shared-use tracks. Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service lists more than 35 km of tracks and trails across the reserve, including around 7–8 km of purpose-built MTB singletrack developed in partnership with the Launceston Mountain Bike Club. The purpose-built singletrack stretches roughly from Gorge Road towards Hoo Hoo Hut, with interconnected loops allowing riders to put together different combinations rather than following one fixed circuit. The riding ranges from relatively approachable sections through to more technical terrain, with rocks, roots, tight corners, short steep climbs and natural obstacles adding plenty of challenge. Parks Tasmania describes Trevallyn as offering a mix of beginner and technical riding suitable for a range of abilities. Beyond the dedicated MTB trails, experienced riders can explore the reserve’s extensive multi-use tracks and fire trails, which considerably expand the amount of riding available. These routes tend to have a more natural character, with some short sections becoming steep, rocky and rooty, particularly compared with the purpose-built singletrack. The setting is a big part of Trevallyn’s appeal. The reserve covers around 440 hectares around the South Esk River and Lake Trevallyn, bordering Launceston’s famous Cataract Gorge. Dry open forest, rocky gorge country and riverside scenery give the network a surprisingly wild feel considering how close it is to the city. There are several useful starting points, including Apex Hut/Aquatic Point, Trevallyn Dam Picnic Area and Hoo Hoo Hut, with picnic tables, shelters, toilets and barbecues available at these main visitor nodes. The wider reserve is shared with walkers, runners and horse riders, so riders need to be particularly mindful when using the multi-use tracks. RTS Tip: Trevallyn is a great option if you want proper singletrack without travelling far from Launceston. Start with the purpose-built MTB loop to get a feel for the rocky, rooty terrain before exploring the more technical multi-use tracks. Download a map before riding, give way to walkers and horse riders on shared trails, and check current conditions before heading out. The trails are maintained with significant volunteer input from the Launceston Mountain Bike Club, so respect closures and avoid riding soft or damaged trails after bad weather.