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Northern Rivers Rail Trail – Northern NSW The Northern Rivers Rail Trail is one of NSW’s standout cycling experiences, transforming the former Casino to Murwillumbah railway corridor into a scenic shared trail through the lush landscapes, historic villages and rolling farmland of the Northern Rivers. When complete, the trail will stretch approximately 132km from Murwillumbah to Casino. As of 2026, two substantial sections are open, providing around 54km of rideable rail trail: Murwillumbah to Crabbes Creek (24km) and the now-connected Casino to Lismore section (29.7km). The northern Murwillumbah to Crabbes Creek section takes riders through Stokers Siding, Burringbar and Mooball, passing beautiful countryside, 18 historic railway bridges and two tunnels, including the atmospheric Burringbar Range Tunnel. The surface combines around 6km of sealed asphalt with 18km of compacted gravel, making it suitable for gravel bikes, hybrids, mountain bikes, e-bikes and most recreational riders. At the southern end, riders can now travel the full 29.7km between Casino and Lismore, passing through agricultural country, historic railway infrastructure and the impressive Naughtons Gap area. Surfaces vary between asphalt, crushed granite, compacted gravel and short concrete sections, with the former railway alignment keeping gradients generally gentle. One of the best things about the Northern Rivers Rail Trail is that it’s about far more than simply ticking off kilometres. The trail connects riders with small towns, cafés, local produce, accommodation and regional attractions, making it ideal for a relaxed day ride or as part of a longer cycling getaway. The ultimate vision is to connect the two open sections through Byron Shire and the remaining Lismore corridor, eventually creating one continuous 132km trail between Casino and Murwillumbah. Those missing sections are not currently open as rail trail, so riders shouldn't attempt to follow the undeveloped railway corridor between the two completed sections. For riders searching for Northern Rivers cycling, rail trails in NSW, Murwillumbah bike trails, Casino to Lismore cycling, family-friendly bike rides or cycling holidays in northern NSW, the Northern Rivers Rail Trail is already a brilliant destination — and it will only get better as the remaining sections are developed. RTS Tip: With two separate sections currently open, plan your ride around either Murwillumbah–Crabbes Creek (24km) or Casino–Lismore (29.7km) rather than assuming the full 132km corridor is rideable. Both sections have plenty of reasons to stop along the way, so allow more time than the distance might suggest. Check current trail conditions before setting out, particularly after heavy rain or flooding.

Duck Creek MTB Park, just east of Alstonville in the NSW Northern Rivers, packs a heap of variety into a compact 9–10km purpose-built trail network. Built and managed by Northern Rivers Dirty Wheels Mountain Bike Club, the park combines cross-country, flow, technical and freeride-style trails, ranging from approachable green runs through to challenging black descents. Expect flowing berms, jumps, bridges, rock features and technical singletrack, with around a dozen descending trails making it easy to climb back up and session your favourites. Pinzen Needles is a great introduction for less experienced riders, while trails such as Pacific Rim turn up the difficulty with steeper, more technical terrain. RTS Tip: Duck Creek is maintained by club volunteers, so check the latest trail status before riding, particularly after the Northern Rivers has had heavy rain. There are no toilets or drinking water at the park, and parking is limited, so arrive prepared. If you enjoy the trails, consider supporting Northern Rivers Dirty Wheels — rider and club support is what keeps this little network running.

Kyogle MTB Park is a volunteer-built mountain bike network in Boorabee State Forest on Yongurra Road, just minutes from the centre of Kyogle in the NSW Northern Rivers. The forest is known for its rich, dark loam and fast, flowing singletrack, creating a very different riding experience from the rocky terrain found across many other NSW MTB destinations. The network caters for a broad range of abilities, with green and blue gravity trails, dedicated climbing trails and black-rated features for experienced riders. It’s designed so newer riders can start comfortably before progressively stepping up to longer and faster descents. For beginners, Chain Gang is a roughly 600m green trail with an undulating downhill profile, while Too Easy extends the easier riding and also provides an accessible climbing route. Little Twisties is specifically aimed at kids, making Kyogle a good option for families and developing riders. The blue network is where Kyogle really comes alive. Trails including Marble Run, Bogroll, Downright, Flowvid and Fireflyer deliver longer flowing descents, with Fireflyer and Flowvid each stretching to around 1.5km. For advanced riders, Long Drop adds a cascading series of black-rated drops before feeding back into Fireflyer. The club currently lists its separate black jump trail as closed for repairs, so check current conditions before riding. The trails are built and maintained by the Kyogle Track and Trail Mountain Bike Club, working within Boorabee State Forest. Kyogle Council has also identified mountain biking as an important opportunity for the region, with a broader strategy aimed at developing Kyogle as a Northern NSW MTB destination. Best of all, normal trail access is free, and the network is conveniently located right on the eastern edge of town, making it easy to combine a ride with Kyogle’s cafés, accommodation and other local attractions. For riders searching for Kyogle MTB, Northern Rivers mountain bike trails, Boorabee State Forest MTB, family-friendly MTB in Northern NSW or flow trails near the Gold Coast, Kyogle is a great little network to add to the ride list. RTS Tip: Kyogle is particularly good if you love flow without enormous climbing. Start on Chain Gang and Too Easy, then work through the blues as your confidence builds. The park has previously run special shuttle days, but don’t assume shuttles operate for everyday riding. Check the club’s latest trail conditions before travelling, especially for the black features.

New Italy MTB Forest – Tabbimoble New Italy Mountain Bike Forest is a purpose-built cross-country MTB network in Doubleduke State Forest at Tabbimoble, around 9km south of Woodburn on the NSW Northern Rivers. The network packs in around 30km of purpose-built singletrack, winding through beautiful sclerophyll forest and catering for a range of abilities. This is predominantly cross-country riding, but there’s plenty of variety in the terrain, with natural features, technical obstacles, bridges, drop-offs and steeper sections adding challenge as you progress through the network. Trails include memorable names such as Burntwood Frenzy, Yabba Dabba Do, Knobby Mayhem, Crumplstiltskin, Snakes N Ladders and Pocket Rocket. Several of these have also been identified as suitable for some types of adaptive cycles, helping make New Italy a more inclusive riding destination. The trails are built and maintained by volunteers from Northern Rivers Dirty Wheels Mountain Bike Club, which manages the network under an occupation permit from Forestry Corporation NSW. The club also manages Duck Creek Mountain Bike Park at Alstonville, making the Northern Rivers a great area to spend a few days exploring by bike. Navigation is straightforward, with all trails signposted and a trail map at the car park. Current mapping is also available through Trailforks. Some trails are one-way while others are multi-directional, so keep an eye on the trail bollards as you explore. For riders searching for New Italy MTB Forest, mountain biking near Woodburn, Northern Rivers mountain bike trails, MTB near Evans Head or cross-country mountain biking in northern NSW, this is a fantastic volunteer-built network to put on the ride list. RTS Tip: There are no toilets or drinking water at the trailhead, so arrive prepared. The forest can also be closed during excessively wet conditions to protect the trails, so check the current Northern Rivers Dirty Wheels trail status before making the trip and stay off the network whenever it is shown as closed

Uki Mountain Bike Park is the Tweed Shire’s first official mountain bike park, located at Smiths Creek near Uki with the spectacular backdrop of Wollumbin / Mt Warning and the Tweed Valley. It’s a compact, purpose-built network focused on progression, flow and gravity-style descending, making it a great option for families, developing riders and experienced mountain bikers alike. The park packs more than 6.4km of purpose-built trails into the site, with eight MTB trails in total. There’s one green climbing trail providing access to seven descending trails: three green, three blue and one black diamond. All trails were constructed to International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA) trail construction standards. The riding is designed around earning your turns, with no shuttle service operating at the park. Riders pedal up the green Trail 1 climbing trail, which connects with the different descending options. Across the network you’ll encounter flowing corners, constructed technical features, obstacles, bridges, drop-offs and steeper terrain as the difficulty increases. There’s a particularly strong progression pathway. Newer riders can start on the green trails before stepping up to the faster and more challenging blue descents, while the black diamond trail provides the most difficult riding in the park. Adaptive mountain bikes are also specifically supported on the 4 Rolling trail. Alongside the main trails is a pump track and skills area, designed particularly with children aged around 5–12 in mind, making Uki a good destination for families where riders may be at very different stages of their MTB journey. The park is a Tweed Shire Council facility operated in partnership with Tweed Valley Mountain Bike Riders, with volunteers playing an important role in maintaining the trails. Normal recreational access is free and no booking is required. Facilities include parking for around 20 vehicles, toilets and a water bubbler at the main trail hub. For riders searching for Uki MTB, Tweed Valley mountain bike trails, Northern Rivers MTB, family-friendly mountain biking or MTB near Murwillumbah, this is a great little purpose-built park to add to the ride list. RTS Tip: Uki’s trails are built on clay-based soil and are particularly vulnerable after rain, so don’t ride if the trails are wet or muddy. The park can close because of rain, high winds, fire danger, maintenance or club events, so check the current status before travelling. It’s normally open seven days from dawn to dusk.