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The Mount George Trails are one half of the George Town Mountain Bike Trails in northern Tasmania, offering a compact but seriously fun network of purpose-built gravity and adventure riding just minutes from town. Mount George features 10 named trails, with the 2.8km Keystone providing the main climb before riders can choose from a collection of descents including Buzzcut, Desperado, Hebe Jeebies, Helter Smelter, 6061, Gadanga Dang and Megawatt. Expect rocky terrain, flowing sections, technical features and around 120m of elevation to play with, with trails spanning green through to advanced grades. Combine Mount George with the much larger Tippogoree Hills network nearby and George Town offers more than 100km of purpose-built riding across its two trail networks. RTS Tip: Mount George is shuttle-friendly, but you can easily earn your descents by pedalling up Keystone and linking several runs together. There’s no drinking water or toilets within the trail network, so stock up in George Town before heading out and check the live trail status before riding — trails can close for maintenance, extreme weather or fire conditions.

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 Railton to Sheffield Rail Trail is a scenic 12–13 km cycling and walking trail in North West Tasmania, linking the Town of Topiary at Railton with Sheffield, the famous Town of Murals, beneath the impressive backdrop of Mount Roland. Following much of the former Railton–Roland railway line, the trail travels through farmland, forest and bushland, with old railway cuttings and embankments adding plenty of character. The predominantly compacted-earth and gravel surface makes it best suited to mountain bikes, gravel bikes and hybrids with wider tyres. The railway between Railton and Sheffield opened in 1914, forming part of a branch line that once continued towards Roland before closing in 1957. Today the old corridor provides a mostly off-road journey between the two towns, although there is a short road section near Railton. Riders pass through places including Stoodley and Sykes Sanctuary, with the scenery becoming increasingly impressive as Mount Roland dominates the skyline approaching Sheffield. The ride is generally considered easy, but don't expect a perfectly groomed urban rail trail. The surface can be rough and uneven in places, and recent trail information notes longer grass can occur around the Sheffield end. Riding from Railton to Sheffield involves a gentle overall climb, making the return journey the easier direction. Allow roughly an hour each way for a confident rider, or take longer and make a relaxed half-day trip of the approximately 24 km return ride. A major reason to ride this route is its connection with the much larger Wild Mersey Mountain Bike Trails. Wild Mersey now provides more than 98 km of riding across Latrobe, Railton and Sheffield, and the modern MTB connection between Railton and Sheffield includes the easy Railton Rattler trail. This makes the area a brilliant base for combining a relaxed rail-trail ride with purpose-built singletrack, flow trails and more technical mountain biking. The Railton–Sheffield corridor also forms part of the Tasmanian Trail, the approximately 480 km multi-use route stretching from Devonport to Dover. For most riders, though, the two towns make natural endpoints: explore Railton's quirky topiary, then finish beneath Mount Roland among Sheffield's famous murals, cafés and heritage attractions. RTS Tip: Start in Railton and ride towards Sheffield so you tackle the gradual uphill first and enjoy the easier return. If you've brought a mountain bike, don't stop at the rail trail — combine it with the Wild Mersey MTB network for a much bigger North West Tasmania riding day. The old rail trail can be rougher than its easy grading suggests, so wider tyres are worthwhile, and download the route before setting off. If you're visiting in summer, be prepared for longer grass on some sections and check current trail conditions before riding.

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.

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.

The George Town Velodrome is a classic outdoor concrete cycling track at the George Town Sports Complex on Marguerite Street in northern Tasmania. The track forms part of a town with a strong cycling history and has traditionally been used for track racing, training and local cycling events. George Town Council identifies the velodrome as a dedicated cycling facility, with the track surrounding an open central area that can also support other sporting use. It’s an old-school regional velodrome rather than a modern indoor facility, but an interesting stop for riders exploring George Town’s increasingly impressive cycling scene. RTS Tip: George Town is well worth making a bigger cycling stop. After checking out the velodrome, you can hit the George Town Pump Track, cruise the 6km kanamaluka Trail to Low Head, or head out to the Mount George and Tippogoree Hills MTB networks. If you’re planning to ride the velodrome itself, check locally for organised activities or access restrictions first, as the facility is part of the wider sporting complex.

New Town Oval, in New Town just north of the Hobart CBD, Tasmania, is home to a historic 440 metre outdoor cycling track that has played an important role in southern Tasmania’s track cycling scene. Circling the community sports oval, the track is used for training, racing and rider development and is currently the only cycling track in southern Tasmania. The wider New Town Oval is a multi-use sporting venue supporting cycling alongside AFL and cricket, with facilities including parking, toilets, lighting, seating, shelter and a drinking fountain. The track is closely associated with Hobart Wheelers Dirt Devils, which uses New Town Oval for organised track cycling sessions. Riders can experience traditional track disciplines including sprints, endurance racing, points races, elimination races, pursuits and Tasmania’s famous handicap racing. The club has also used the venue to prepare riders for Tasmania’s long-running Christmas Carnival racing series and state and national competition. New Town is particularly valuable for riders wanting to try track cycling in Hobart. Club training has included dedicated junior sessions followed by senior and experienced junior racing, with a limited number of track bikes available through the club for newcomers. Unlike a modern indoor 250 m velodrome, the Bundah-style outdoor setting and longer 440 m lap give New Town its own distinctly Tasmanian track-racing character. RTS Tip: If you’re new to track cycling, an organised Hobart Wheelers Dirt Devils session is the best way to experience New Town Oval and learn track etiquette, positioning and fixed-gear riding safely. Check current club sessions before heading down, particularly as outdoor track activities are weather dependent. The City of Hobart notes that the cycling track can remain open even when the New Town Oval sportsground itself is closed, but organised events and training may still affect access.

Pembroke Park BMX Track in Sorell, Tasmania, is home to the Southern City BMX Club and one of the key BMX riding facilities in southern Tasmania. Located around 25 km east of Hobart, the purpose-built BMX facility provides a dedicated race track for riders ranging from young beginners and Mini Wheelers through to experienced BMX racers. Southern City BMX is currently the only registered BMX club in Southern Tasmania, with around 100 members and riders ranging from two years old through to adults in their 50s. The track is used for BMX racing, gate practice, coaching and Come & Try sessions, providing a progression pathway for riders wanting to learn BMX skills or move into competitive racing. The club operates throughout the year, generally running racing on weekends with coaching and gate sessions during the week. Girls' and women's divisions are also part of the club's racing program. Pembroke Park itself is a major sporting and recreation precinct in Sorell, with the BMX facility sitting alongside other community sporting infrastructure. The park's longer-term planning has included improvements to cycling facilities, shared trails and BMX infrastructure, with funding also allocated by the Tasmanian Government towards improvements and equipment for the BMX track. For riders visiting the Hobart and South East Tasmania cycling region, Pembroke Park provides a dedicated BMX option that complements the area's mountain bike riding at locations such as Meehan Range and the wider Hobart trail network. RTS Tip: Pembroke Park is a dedicated BMX race facility, so the best way to experience it for the first time is through one of Southern City BMX's organised Come & Try, coaching or gate-practice sessions. BMX racing requires appropriate protective clothing and equipment; the club advises riders to use a full-face helmet, gloves, long sleeves and long pants. Check the club's current schedule before travelling, as track access may be affected by racing, coaching or maintenance.

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.

The Tasman Peninsula MTB Trails, at Taranna near Port Arthur in southern Tasmania, are a community-built mountain bike network set across approximately 90 acres of privately managed bushland on Bayview Road. Developed and maintained by the Tasman Peninsula Mountain Bike Association, the trails offer a grassroots alternative to Tasmania’s larger commercial MTB destinations, with riding through natural forest and elevated terrain overlooking the spectacular Tasman Peninsula. The network has been created largely by local volunteers, with funding coming from memberships, visiting riders, donations and support from surrounding businesses. This gives Taranna a distinctly local, hand-built character rather than the highly manicured feel of a major trail centre. Trails are mapped on Trailforks, making it easier to explore the developing network and see current individual trail gradings. One of the attractions is the location. Taranna sits between Eaglehawk Neck and Port Arthur, making the trails an easy addition to a Tasman Peninsula road trip. The property includes parking, picnic facilities and lookout areas, so riders can base themselves at the trailhead before heading into the network. Unlike many public MTB parks, access isn't simply unrestricted and free. The trails are community funded, with visitor access currently available through the Hivepass app, using the QR code at the gate. Visitor contributions start from around $5, while annual membership options are also available. Those fees directly help the volunteer association continue building and maintaining the trails. RTS Tip: Tasman Peninsula MTB Trails are a great one to support if you enjoy discovering smaller community-built riding areas. Download the Trailforks map before arriving, then scan the Hivepass QR code at the gate to organise access. Because the network is volunteer-built and continues to evolve, check the latest trail information before your ride rather than relying on an older route. If you're travelling around Tasmania specifically for MTB, Taranna makes a good southern stop that can be combined with the larger Hobart and Meehan Range networks on the way to or from the peninsula.

The Tippogoree Hills MTB Trails, near George Town in northern Tasmania, are the larger and more adventurous half of the George Town mountain bike destination. The completed network features more than 30 named trails, ranging from approachable green singletrack through flowing blues to technical black and double-black riding. Built across the rocky Tippogoree Hills landscape, expect granite slabs and boulders, natural rock features, fast flow, technical descents and substantial climbing, with a strong emphasis on progression and adventure riding. The network is arranged across several elevations, allowing riders to progressively work their way higher into the hills. Trails such as Switchplate, kuwara and BBA Way provide easier options around the lower network, while intermediate riders have a huge selection including Claysnake, Hotdog, Roulette, Aluminati, Flow Head, Cracker Jack, Liquidus, Hashtag and Yeah Buoy. The official network includes green, blue, black and double-black gradings, so there is plenty of scope to build skills over multiple visits. One of the standout climbing routes is Skyhook, which takes riders high into Tippogoree Hills. Lower Skyhook weaves through boulders and across rock slabs, while the 2.5 km upper section tackles switchbacks and around 140 m of climbing to reach the upper reaches of the network. From higher points, riders can link together lengthy descents through trails including Rickerty Split, Slab Hunter, Humbugs & Haystacks and other gravity-focused lines. Tippogoree Hills was developed as the second stage of the broader George Town MTB project, complementing the nearby Mount George MTB Trails. The original masterplan proposed approximately 56 km across 36 trails, incorporating adventure, airflow and gravity-style riding. The finished destination has become one of northern Tasmania’s significant MTB networks and provides a very different experience from the better-known riding at Derby. There’s also a commercial uplift service, which makes Tippogoree particularly attractive to gravity riders. With multiple shuttle drop-off points, riders can access the upper trails without repeatedly climbing, while those wanting a pedal-powered day can still earn their descents using the climbing network. RTS Tip: Give yourself plenty of time at Tippogoree Hills — this is much more than a quick trail-centre lap. Newer riders should explore the lower green and easier blue trails first, while confident riders can climb Skyhook or use the uplift to access the higher gravity trails. The terrain becomes increasingly rocky and technical as you progress, so pay close attention to trail gradings rather than choosing purely by distance. Download the trail map before riding and check the current trail status, particularly if you're planning to tackle the more remote upper network.