Bike parks in New South Wales

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.

Tathra MTB Park’s Bundadung Trail Network is the heart of mountain biking in Tathra on the NSW Sapphire Coast, delivering classic hand-built cross-country singletrack through coastal eucalypt forest just minutes from the beach. Tathra has established itself as one of NSW’s premier MTB towns, with the wider network offering around 50–55km of singletrack and more than 40 trails. Bundadung is the main northern trail network and the birthplace of Tathra’s XC riding scene. Expect plenty of climbing followed by rewarding descents, with tight hand-built singletrack, rocks, log rollovers, gully crossings and natural technical features rather than heavily manicured bike-park terrain. The elevated sections also deliver glimpses out towards the coast and Tathra Beach. The broader Tathra network caters for children and beginners through to experienced riders, so there’s plenty of opportunity to build confidence before tackling the more demanding sections. Bundadung can also be linked with Tathra’s other riding areas, including the Fire Shed trails, creating much longer XC adventures. One of Tathra’s biggest strengths is just how easy it is to ride from town. The main trailhead is near Tathra Beach Country Club, roughly 1km north of the township, while the Mogareeka Cycle and Walkway provides another connection into the MTB network via Katung Road. The trails are very much a community-built network, and that hand-built character is part of the appeal. Rather than huge jumps and gravity lines, Tathra is about linking kilometres of natural singletrack together, exploring the forest and enjoying a proper old-school XC ride in a spectacular coastal setting. There’s also a Mountain Bike Skills Park at Tathra Country Club, giving kids and developing riders somewhere to practise skills in a controlled environment before heading deeper into Bundadung. For riders searching for Tathra MTB, Bundadung MTB Trails, Sapphire Coast mountain biking, South Coast NSW MTB or cross-country mountain biking near Bega, this is one of the region’s must-ride networks. RTS Tip: Tathra is a great contrast to the newer gravity-focused destinations farther down the Sapphire Coast. Think hand-built XC, natural features and lots of linking singletrack rather than a modern shuttle park. With Gravity Eden to the south and Narooma to the north, Tathra also fits brilliantly into a multi-day South Coast MTB road trip.

Angry Bull Trails is a mountain bike destination built for riders looking for flowing trails, technical challenges and plenty of opportunities to get off the brakes and have some fun on the bike. The trail network offers a mix of purpose-built mountain bike singletrack, with terrain designed to keep things interesting for riders as they progress their skills. Expect features such as berms, rollers, jumps and technical sections, with different trail options allowing riders to explore the network and find lines that suit their ability. Whether you're chasing flowing laps, working on your bike handling or looking for something a little more challenging, Angry Bull Trails provides another great place to experience mountain biking and MTB trails in the region. Allow enough time to explore more than one trail and make a proper session of it — mountain bike parks and trail networks like this are always better when you've got time for another lap. RTS Tip: Trail conditions, access and individual trail difficulty can change, so check the latest local trail information before heading out. Ride within your ability, inspect unfamiliar features before committing and respect any trail closures or maintenance underway.

Awaba MTB Park, tucked into around 200 hectares of Olney State Forest near Cooranbong, is one of the Hunter region’s best-known mountain biking destinations. Built and maintained by the volunteers of Hunter Mountain Bike Association (HMBA), the park caters for an impressive mix of riders with cross-country, gravity, downhill, adaptive and development trails. The XC network includes the approximately 5km Olney Loop, 8km Watagans Loop and 12km Awaba Loop, while gravity riders can hit intermediate trails including Faulk Line, Little Falcon and Wild Polly. Experienced downhill riders have the legendary Monkey, an approximately 2.1km double-black descent, while newer and adaptive riders are well catered for with dedicated progression loops. RTS Tip: There’s enough variety at Awaba to bring the whole crew, but check the HMBA trail status before you leave, particularly after rain or around race weekends when sections of the park may close. If gravity is your thing, shuttle services operate at the park on selected days, while XC riders can easily link the main loops together for a much bigger day out.

Bare Creek Bike Park is a purpose-built freeride and gravity MTB park in Belrose on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, packing downhill trails, flow lines, dirt jumps, skills features and a pump track into a compact riding area. The park was funded and built by the NSW Government and is now managed by Northern Beaches Council. The park features around 1.6km of dedicated downhill and flow trails, but this is definitely a case where kilometres don’t tell the whole story. Bare Creek is designed for session-style riding and progression, where riders climb back up and repeat individual lines, jumps and features rather than heading out for one long MTB loop. There’s something for a surprisingly broad range of riders. Newer riders can start on the asphalt pump track and skills area, then progress towards the intermediate gravity trails. Trash Panda delivers berm-focused flow with optional drops, while Bin Chicken introduces intermediate freeride jumps. Things get considerably bigger on the advanced side. The Trio of Dips – Mild, Medium and Spicy – leads into higher-speed jump riding, while Livewire and the Pro Line feature serious freeride terrain. The hardest lines contain large mandatory gaps and drops and are intended only for riders with advanced or professional-level jumping skills. The dedicated dirt jump area adds another dimension, with multiple lines designed for MTB and BMX bikes, while the return trail makes it easy to keep lapping your chosen gravity lines. Facilities include toilets, drinking fountains, bike maintenance stations, parking and a dedicated access road. Bare Creek is also an interesting example of what can be achieved with an unusual site. The bike park was developed on a former landfill, allowing freeride-style jumps and features that would be difficult to construct within environmentally sensitive bushland elsewhere on the Northern Beaches. The trails were constructed by specialist trail builders Dirt Art and are supported by volunteer Trail Care crews. For riders searching for Bare Creek Bike Park, Belrose MTB, Northern Beaches mountain biking, Sydney jump trails, gravity MTB or freeride mountain biking in Sydney, this is one of the city’s standout places for riders who want to work on jumps, drops and bike-park-style skills. RTS Tip: Bare Creek is built around progression, but don’t assume that means every trail is beginner-friendly. Start with the pump track and skills area and work upwards — the advanced and Pro lines contain genuinely large features. The clay-based trails are also particularly sensitive to wet weather, and individual trails can close at short notice. The park normally operates 7am–7pm daily, but always check the current trail status before heading out.

Barrington Bike Park is a privately operated, gravity-focused mountain bike park at Bindera near Gloucester, set among rainforest in the foothills of Barrington Tops. With a huge 370m of vertical drop, shuttle uplifts and everything from green flow trails to seriously steep black technical descents, this is a destination built around maximising downhill time. The network offers green, blue and black-rated trails, with a combination of machine-built flow and rugged natural terrain. Beginners can get a taste of gravity riding on Ants in Ya Pants, while more experienced riders can step up to trails including Stinger, Crazy Train, Strangler, Lichen It, Shatterwood and Detonator. The harder trails make full use of the mountain’s gradient, with rocks, roots, steep chutes and technical rainforest riding. A big part of the experience is that Barrington is an uplift-focused park — park the car, jump aboard the shuttle and save your legs for the descents. Numbers are deliberately limited, so riders get plenty of quality trail time without the park feeling overcrowded. Bookings are essential. For riders who aren't quite ready for the gravity trails, nearby The Steps has a 3.5km XC singletrack loop, pump track and kids loop. The XC trail combines flowing descents, technical climbs and log bridges beside the Barrington River, making it a good option for families or mixed-ability groups. It’s also easy to turn this one into a proper riding weekend. Camping is available onsite beside the Barrington River, so you can ride all day, cool off in the river, camp overnight and get straight back onto the shuttles the next morning. Gloucester is around a 25-minute drive away for food, supplies and other services. For riders searching for Barrington Bike Park, Gloucester MTB, Barrington Tops mountain biking, shuttle MTB parks in NSW or gravity mountain biking near Newcastle, this is one of NSW’s standout privately operated gravity destinations. RTS Tip: This isn't a turn-up-and-ride public trail network. Bookings are essential and the main bike park operates by shuttle uplift. It currently opens Saturdays and Sundays, with additional school-holiday riding subject to minimum numbers. There’s also no mobile reception at the park, so sort your booking and directions before leaving town — the park specifically warns against blindly following GPS when approaching from the south because it can direct you onto a closed road.

Bathurst Bike Park is a dedicated cycling precinct at College Road, Orton Park, bringing several cycling disciplines together in one location. Bathurst Regional Council lists the facility as including a mountain bike track, BMX track, velodrome and bicycle paths, along with a clubhouse, toilets and shaded areas. For mountain bikers, the park provides a compact network of cross-country-style trails, making use of the rolling, dry terrain typical of the Bathurst region. Expect a mix of singletrack, short climbs and descents and natural trail features rather than the long gravity runs found at larger destination bike parks. The facility is particularly useful for training, racing and shorter MTB sessions, and has a long association with Bathurst’s cycling community. Council planning documents identify the precinct as being used by the Bathurst Mountain Bike Club, Bathurst BMX Club and Bathurst Cycling Club, making it an important hub for local cycling across multiple disciplines. One of the strengths of Bathurst Bike Park is the variety available in one place. MTB riders can hit the dirt while BMX and track riders have their own dedicated facilities, making it a good option for families or groups with different cycling interests. Its location also puts riders within easy reach of Bathurst and Mount Panorama, so the Bike Park can easily form part of a bigger cycling weekend exploring the Central West. For riders searching for Bathurst MTB, Bathurst Bike Park, mountain biking in Bathurst, Central West NSW MTB or cycling facilities in Bathurst, this is a handy local network to have on the ride list. RTS Tip: Think of Bathurst Bike Park as a multi-discipline cycling hub rather than a large destination MTB trail network. It’s particularly good for a quick trail session, club riding or combining MTB with the BMX and track facilities. The official Council listing is fairly light on current MTB trail detail, so use up-to-date trail mapping and on-ground signage when exploring the network.

Bermagui MTB Park is a local mountain bike trail network just outside Bermagui on the NSW Sapphire Coast, offering a fun mix of natural singletrack, forest riding and technical terrain close to town. Located around Scenic Forest Drive, approximately 1.5km north of Bermagui, the network features around 8km of mountain bike trails and is described by Sapphire Coast tourism as a challenging and fast course. Expect a more natural trail-riding experience, with winding singletrack through the coastal forest and enough changing terrain to keep experienced riders entertained. It’s a great option for riders wanting to squeeze in a few laps while staying around Bermagui or add another trail network to a bigger Sapphire Coast mountain biking road trip. Bermagui is also well positioned amongst some fantastic riding on the NSW South Coast, with established mountain bike destinations at Tathra and Merimbula providing plenty of opportunities to turn a visit into a multi-day MTB adventure. Whether you're searching for mountain biking in Bermagui, Sapphire Coast MTB trails or mountain bike riding on the NSW South Coast, Bermagui MTB Park is another local network worth putting on the list. RTS Tip: This is a smaller local trail network rather than a major purpose-built bike park, so check current trail conditions and mapping before heading out. Respect any closures or signage, avoid riding when trails are wet and ride within your ability on unfamiliar features.

Broken Hill MTB Trails Broken Hill offers a completely different kind of mountain biking experience, with local trails and tracks surrounded by the rugged, rocky landscapes of Outback NSW. The Broken Hill MTB trail network gives riders the chance to get off-road and explore terrain shaped by the Barrier Ranges, with hard-packed dirt, loose rock, natural features and classic red-earth riding creating a distinctly outback feel. Rather than the manicured flow trails of a major bike park, riding around Broken Hill is about natural terrain and local trails, with the dry landscape, rocky hills and huge open skies providing a spectacular backdrop. The surrounding country also makes Broken Hill an interesting stop for riders travelling through Far West NSW. The nearby Barrier Ranges, Silverton and desert landscapes provide plenty of opportunities to combine a ride with a bigger outback road trip. Broken Hill itself is one of Australia's most distinctive regional cities, so there's plenty to explore once the bikes are packed away — from its mining history and art scene to the incredible desert landscapes and sunsets surrounding town. Whether you're searching for mountain biking in Broken Hill, Broken Hill bike trails, MTB riding in Outback NSW or cycling in Far West NSW, the local trail network offers another way to experience the Silver City. RTS Tip: Broken Hill's MTB riding is a local trail network rather than a major formally managed mountain bike park, and detailed trail information can be limited. Check current local mapping and access before riding, respect private property and any signed restrictions, and come prepared for the conditions. Heat can be extreme and water and shade limited, so plan accordingly and avoid remote riding in unsuitable weather.

Bundadung & Fire Shed Trails – Tathra MTB The Bundadung & Fire Shed Trails in Tathra form one of the NSW South Coast's most established mountain bike networks, with more than 55km of hand-built singletrack and over 40 trails winding through beautiful coastal bushland above Tathra. Known for its classic cross-country mountain biking, Tathra offers riding for a wide range of abilities, from approachable green trails through to flowing intermediate singletrack and more technical challenges for experienced riders. The Bundadung Trails are the original heart of mountain biking in Tathra. Expect plenty of climbing, sweeping descents and twisting singletrack through eucalypt forest, with glimpses towards the coast adding to the experience. Popular trails include Kingy's Climb, Hatti Gaddi, Nizentite and the much-loved Bridges. Head across to the Fire Shed Trails and the character changes. The riding is generally more flowing and undulating, with long stretches of singletrack that reward carrying momentum through the forest. Riders looking for something more challenging can seek out technical sections including Bad Apples, while trails such as Creek Run add plenty of fast, swooping fun. What makes Tathra particularly special is its community-built character. Much of the network has been created by passionate local riders over many years, producing raw, natural singletrack that feels very different from a modern machine-built bike park. With the trails sitting right beside one of the Sapphire Coast's best-known seaside towns, it's easy to turn a ride into a full Tathra mountain biking weekend — ride the singletrack, hit the beach and then come back the next day to explore the trails you missed. Whether you're searching for Tathra mountain bike trails, mountain biking on the Sapphire Coast, MTB trails on the NSW South Coast or cross-country mountain biking in NSW, Bundadung & Fire Shed should definitely be on the ride list. RTS Tip: There's a lot of trail packed into Tathra, so use current trail mapping to plan a loop that suits your ability rather than trying to tackle everything at once. Respect the cultural significance of the Bundadung area, stay on formed trails, check current trail conditions and closures, and give the trails time to recover following significant wet weather.

Bungarra MTB Park – Jindabyne Bungarra Alpine Centre is a privately operated mountain bike network just outside Jindabyne in the NSW Snowy Mountains, set across around 80 hectares of bushland. With approximately 20km of professionally built MTB trails plus four skills areas, it’s a particularly good place for riders to build confidence and progress their technical skills. The network caters for beginner, intermediate and advanced riders, with trails graded green, blue and black. Expect everything from relatively easy, flatter singletrack suitable for families and newer riders through to technical switchbacks, rock gardens and more challenging natural features. One of Bungarra’s strengths is its progression-focused layout. The four dedicated skills areas allow riders to practise technique before heading onto the trails, making it a useful destination for newer mountain bikers, juniors and anyone wanting to sharpen their bike handling. The venue is also used for organised MTB instruction and school programs. Unlike many of the public trails around Jindabyne, Bungarra is on private property and access is controlled. Published visitor information indicates that the trails are available to Bungarra guests, Jindabyne MTB Club members and members of the public with a trail pass, so riders should confirm current access arrangements before heading out. Its location makes it easy to include in a bigger Snowy Mountains riding trip. Bungarra is only a few minutes from Jindabyne, putting riders close to the wider Jindabyne trail network, Thredbo Valley Track and the region’s growing collection of MTB destinations. For riders searching for Bungarra MTB, Jindabyne mountain bike trails, Snowy Mountains MTB, beginner MTB near Jindabyne or MTB skills parks in NSW, Bungarra is a great option — especially for riders looking to progress rather than simply chase kilometres. RTS Tip: Bungarra is not a free public MTB park, so don’t simply arrive assuming the trails are open for unrestricted riding. Check current trail-pass and access arrangements before visiting. If you’re still developing your skills, make use of the skills areas first — Bungarra is one of those places where you can start comfortably and gradually work your way onto the harder trails.

Clandulla State Forest MTB Trails – Central West NSW, near Kandos and Rylstone in the NSW Central West, offers riders the chance to explore a more natural style of mountain biking through rugged bushland and forest country. Rather than the highly developed feel of a major purpose-built bike park, riding around Clandulla is about forest tracks, natural trails and backcountry exploration, with changing surfaces and terrain making it best suited to riders comfortable navigating less formal riding areas. The surrounding landscape is classic Central West NSW, with forested hills, sandstone and rocky terrain creating a great backdrop for an off-road adventure. Its position near Kandos, Rylstone and Mudgee also makes Clandulla an interesting addition to a bigger cycling road trip through the region. For riders searching for mountain biking near Mudgee, MTB trails around Kandos and Rylstone, Clandulla State Forest cycling or mountain biking in Central West NSW, this is another riding area worth knowing about. There are also plenty of opportunities to explore the wider region, with mountain biking, gravel roads and adventure cycling around Mudgee, Rylstone, Kandos and the surrounding ranges making it easy to build a weekend around the bikes. RTS Tip: Detailed authoritative information about a formal Clandulla MTB network is currently limited, and Forestry Corporation's current list of dedicated NSW State Forest mountain bike trail networks does not list Clandulla. Treat this as a forest riding area rather than a formally managed MTB park, check current access and mapping before setting out, stay on roads and trails where cycling is permitted and respect any forestry operations or temporary closures.

Coomealla Mountainless MTB Park – Dareton Coomealla-Mildura Mountainless Bike Club Park is a purpose-built cross-country mountain bike park at Dareton in south-west NSW, tucked beside the Murray River behind Coomealla Golf Club and just across the border from Mildura. Despite the name, you don't need mountains to create great mountain biking. The park makes clever use of the relatively flat Murray River landscape, with twisting singletrack, gullies, short climbs and descents, berms, jumps and natural features packed into the terrain. There are around 21 mapped MTB trails covering approximately 16km, with most riding sitting in the green and blue grades. That makes Coomealla particularly good for beginners, families and younger riders, while optional features and more challenging sections provide enough variety to keep experienced riders entertained. Two main marked routes make exploring easy. The shorter Coomie 5km Loop links together some of the park's highlights, while the Coomie Long Track runs for approximately 11km and takes in much of the network. There are also numerous linking tracks, so riders can mix things up and build their own session. The park is closely connected with the Coomealla Mildura Mountainless Bike Club, which welcomes riders from juniors through to experienced racers and runs social rides and racing. Its location makes the network a great option for anyone searching for mountain biking in Mildura, MTB trails around Dareton, Murray River mountain biking or places to ride in the Sunraysia region. RTS Tip: The Trail Head - Coomealla Mountainless Bike Park is approximately 1km beyond the Coomealla Golf Club clubhouse, accessed via an unsealed track alongside the Murray River. Use current trail mapping to explore the network and check local conditions before heading out, particularly following wet weather or periods of Murray River flooding.

Cootamundra MTB Park is a fun cross-country trail network that packs plenty of variety into a compact ride. The 8.5km intermediate loop winds through native bushland with flowing singletrack, berms, bridges, rock features and enough technical sections to keep experienced riders engaged while remaining enjoyable for confident intermediate riders. The trails are clearly signposted and maintained by the local mountain bike club, offering a well-established riding experience in a peaceful natural setting. Riders are rewarded with scenic bushland and a lookout overlooking Cootamundra, making it a great place to stop and take in the views before continuing the ride. Looking to extend your adventure? A 1.7km fire trail connects the MTB park directly to the Pioneer Park Trail Network, where you'll find a further 7km split over 10 trails ranging from Green (Easy) through to Double Black Diamond. Pioneer Park also provides toilets, picnic areas, BBQ facilities and scenic lookouts, making it the perfect place to start, finish or take a well-earned break during your ride. Combined, the two networks offer one of the Riverina's most diverse mountain biking destinations, catering for everyone from beginners and families through to riders chasing more technical features. If you're visiting Cootamundra, it's well worth riding both trail networks to experience everything the area has to offer.

Cow with Guns & The Sawmill – Coffs Harbour MTB - form part of the mountain bike riding around Pine Creek State Forest near Coffs Harbour and Bonville on the NSW Mid North Coast, offering riders a taste of the region’s natural forest singletrack. The area is known for cross-country style mountain biking, with singletrack winding through subtropical forest and terrain that makes the most of the natural landscape. Expect a mixture of flowing sections, short climbs and descents, roots, corners and more technical features as you explore the trails. Cow with Guns is one of the recognised local trails within the Pine Creek riding area, with the network providing opportunities to link trails together and create a longer MTB session rather than simply riding one defined loop. Cows with Guns, Pine Creek MTB Park Located just south of Coffs Harbour near Bonville, the trails are a handy option for riders travelling the NSW Mid North Coast and add another riding destination to a region already packed with mountain biking, gravel and cycling opportunities. Whether you're searching for Coffs Harbour mountain bike trails, Pine Creek MTB, mountain biking near Bonville or MTB trails on the NSW Mid North Coast, Cow with Guns & The Sawmill are worth having on the ride list. RTS Tip: This is a local forest trail network rather than a manicured bike park, so conditions and access can change. Check current trail mapping and local conditions before heading out, respect forestry operations and closures, and avoid riding when conditions could cause trail damage.

Cringila Hills Mountain Bike Park is a purpose-built MTB destination just south of Wollongong, packing almost 12km of dedicated trails into the hills above Cringila. With sweeping views across Wollongong’s industrial coastline, Lake Illawarra and the ocean, it’s a great example of an urban bike park that offers something for everyone from first-time riders through to experienced mountain bikers. The network is predominantly green and blue-rated, with a couple of black jump lines for more experienced riders. Expect a mix of flowing descents, berms, rollers, jumps, drops and technical features, with trails designed so riders can gradually progress as their confidence and skills improve. One of Cringila’s biggest strengths is its progression-focused setup. Alongside the main trails is a 225m asphalt pump track, a dedicated bike skills playground and a jumps park aimed at beginner to intermediate riders. The skills area lets newer riders practise balance, cornering, jumping and small drops before heading onto the main network. The park was created on a former landfill site, transforming previously underused land into a major recreation precinct. Beyond the MTB trails, Cringila Hills Recreation Park includes more than 3.4km of shared-use and walking trails, an inclusive playground and other recreation facilities. It’s also incredibly accessible for a mountain bike park. Cringila is around 10–15 minutes south of central Wollongong, with the main entrance and parking off Lackawanna Street, and entry to the park is free. For riders searching for Wollongong MTB, Cringila Bike Park, Illawarra mountain bike trails, family-friendly MTB near Sydney or beginner mountain bike trails in NSW, Cringila is an excellent network to add to the ride list. RTS Tip: Cringila is particularly good for families and progression — start in the skills playground or pump track, move onto the green trails and work your way through the blues before considering the black jump lines. The dirt trails are sensitive to rain and can close at short notice, so always check the current trail status before heading out. The park is officially open sunrise to sunset, with the Lackawanna Street gates locked outside those hours.

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.

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.

The Garden MTB Trail is a purpose-built mountain bike network inside the Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan in Sydney’s south-west, offering a great mix of beginner-friendly riding and more challenging singletrack in a genuinely unique setting. Camden Council describes it as the Macarthur region’s first designated mountain bike trail and the only MTB trail in the world set within a botanic garden. The network has several loops designed for different abilities. The 1km Kids Loop is a great introduction for younger riders, while the 3.9km Family Loop offers generally smooth riding with a few obstacles and challenges along the way. Riders ready for more can tackle the 2.5km Intermediate Loop. The 3.9km Advanced Loop steps things up with around 70 metres of elevation, jumps, berms, rock gardens and rock drops. While officially rated intermediate with difficult sections, many of the bigger features have alternative B-lines, allowing riders to build confidence and progress their skills. The trails wind through the bushland of the Australian Botanic Garden, giving riders a very different experience from a typical Sydney MTB park. The wider garden covers 416 hectares of rolling hills, native woodland and gardens, so there are plenty of options for families or non-riders to explore while you hit the trails. For anyone searching for Mount Annan mountain bike trails, MTB riding in South West Sydney, beginner mountain bike trails in Sydney or family-friendly MTB trails near Campbelltown, the Garden MTB Trail is an easy one to put on the list. RTS Tip: This is a particularly good network for families and progressing riders, as you can start on the Kids or Family Loop and work your way towards the more technical trails. Trail status can change, particularly following wet weather, so check the current status before travelling and stay off closed trails to help protect the network.

Geurie MTB Trails – Central West NSW Geurie MTB Trails are a substantial cross-country mountain bike network around the small village of Geurie, between Dubbo and Wellington in Central West NSW. Maintained and used by the Dubbo Mountain Bike Club, Geurie offers considerably more riding than you might expect from a small country town, with current Trailforks data showing around 29km of mapped trails. The riding is spread across several areas, including the Homestead Mountain Bike Trails Trailhead and Quarry Mountain Bike Trails Trailhead, along with trails around Bald Hill. Rather than a manicured gravity park, Geurie is classic Central West XC riding, making use of natural terrain, rocky hillsides, open woodland and plenty of winding singletrack. Current mapping lists seven main trails totalling around 18 miles / 29km, including Homestead Trail and Bald Hill Outer Loop. The terrain is ideal for riders who enjoy putting together longer XC laps, with climbing, descending and technical natural sections rather than big bike-park features. Geurie also has a strong connection with the local racing scene. Dubbo Mountain Bike Club builds and maintains trails across the Dubbo and Geurie district, while Geurie is one of the networks used by the wider Central West MTB community. The Central West XC Interclub Series brings clubs from across the region together for social three-hour XC endurance racing. The village is also directly on the almost 400km Central West Cycle Trail, which passes through Mudgee, Gulgong, Dunedoo, Mendooran, Dubbo, Geurie, Wellington and surrounding country. That makes Geurie an interesting stop for riders planning a bigger gravel or bikepacking trip through the region. For riders searching for Geurie MTB, Dubbo mountain bike trails, Central West NSW MTB, cross-country mountain biking near Dubbo or Geurie cycling, this is a great regional network to add to the ride list. RTS Tip: Geurie is better thought of as several riding areas rather than one compact bike park, so having current mapping with you will make exploring much easier. It’s particularly well suited to XC riders looking to clock up some kilometres and explore natural singletrack. Dubbo Regional Council specifically recognises Geurie as one of the region’s established cross-country MTB locations.

Gravity Eden is a major mountain bike destination in Nullica State Forest just outside Eden on the NSW Sapphire Coast, delivering more than 58km of purpose-built, gravity-fed singletrack from a peak elevation of around 300m. The network has been designed to take advantage of Eden’s dramatic terrain, dropping from rocky forested ridgelines through lush valleys towards the coast and Twofold Bay. Built by specialist trail builders Contour Works, the network features more than 20 trails spanning green, blue and black grades. There’s a strong gravity focus, but this isn’t simply a downhill park — riders will find XC adventures, climbing trails, long traverses, flow descents and technical gravity trails, allowing you to build anything from a short session to a substantial day on the bike. The network is divided into three main riding zones. The Adventure Zone is the gateway to the park and provides easier riding and progression opportunities. The Flow Zone introduces longer descents, berms and faster riding, while the Gravity Zone heads deeper into the forest with the park’s longest and most challenging descents. Some of the standout trails include Garden of Eden, a 2.3km shared-use adventure trail through a fern-filled valley; Gutter Ball, with sweeping berms and rollers; Round the Outside, an 8.4km adventure through varied terrain; and the huge Breath of Fire, a nearly 7km flow descent. More experienced riders can tackle trails such as Prana and Old Tom, where rock gardens, drops, chutes, jumps and steeper terrain turn things up considerably. There’s also a dedicated Skills Park with an asphalt pump track and dirt jump park, giving riders somewhere to warm up, practise features or simply session without heading deep into the network. Gravity Eden is managed by the Eden Mountain Bike Club, which partnered with Forestry Corporation NSW to establish the network on State Forest land. Riding is free, with ongoing trail maintenance funded through the club, sponsors, rider contributions and volunteer trail work. The location makes this one particularly good for a multi-day riding trip. Eden sits roughly halfway between Sydney and Melbourne and around 3.5 hours from Canberra, with beaches, accommodation, cafés and the wider Sapphire Coast right on the doorstep. For riders searching for Gravity Eden MTB, Eden mountain bike trails, Sapphire Coast MTB, South Coast NSW mountain biking or gravity trails in NSW, this is absolutely a destination worth putting on the ride list. RTS Tip: Don’t let the name fool you — you don’t need to be an advanced gravity rider to enjoy Eden. Start in the Adventure Zone and progressively work through Flow before heading deeper into the Gravity Zone. With 58km+ to explore, this is also one worth allowing a full day or, even better, building into a riding weekend. Check live trail status before setting out, particularly after significant rain, high winds or bushfire conditions

GreenValleys Mountain Bike Park is a privately owned gravity MTB park at Tongarra, at the foot of Macquarie Pass on the NSW South Coast. Around 20 minutes inland from Shellharbour and roughly 90 minutes from Sydney, it specialises in downhill, freeride, slopestyle and technical gravity riding. GreenValleys is very much a progression-focused gravity playground. The park features purpose-built downhill and freeride trails alongside a skills park, jumps, drops and an impressive collection of more than 50 timber ramps and drop features. There’s also a large airbag for riders developing their jumping and aerial skills. The terrain is aimed predominantly at intermediate and advanced riders rather than complete beginners. Trails make use of the steep foothills of the Illawarra Escarpment, with technical descents, jumps, drops and freeride features providing plenty for experienced riders to session. The park itself specifically notes that it is not currently designed for beginners. One of the big attractions is shuttle-assisted riding. On scheduled Social Gravity Days, riders are transported back to the trailhead via the park’s sealed uplift road, meaning more time descending and considerably less time pushing or pedalling back uphill. GreenValleys also has a strong racing pedigree and regularly hosts gravity competition. In June 2026 it hosted Round 1 of the AusCycling NSW/ACT Gravity Series Downhill, continuing its role as an important venue for competitive gravity riding in NSW. There are facilities including parking, toilets, picnic areas and camping options, making it possible to build a visit into a bigger Illawarra riding weekend. For riders searching for GreenValleys MTB, Illawarra mountain biking, downhill MTB near Sydney, shuttle mountain biking in NSW or freeride MTB parks, this is one of the state’s standout privately operated gravity destinations. RTS Tip: GreenValleys currently operates differently from a normal public bike park. During 2026, while it works through a planning proposal with Shellharbour Council, the park is focusing on scheduled shuttle days and selected events, with coaching offered only on limited pre-scheduled dates. Don’t simply turn up expecting to ride — check the calendar and book your ride day in advance.

Griffith Mountain Bike Park – Griffith NSW is a purpose-built MTB facility on Abattoir Road in Griffith, bringing around 4.5km of mountain bike trails to the heart of the NSW Riverina. Officially opened in May 2024, the park was developed following community consultation to create an accessible place for locals and visitors to get into mountain biking. The network has been designed for different ages and riding abilities, making it particularly appealing to families, beginners and riders wanting somewhere to build their confidence and skills. Alongside the trails is a dedicated skills area featuring rollover and kicker ramps, giving riders somewhere to practise bike handling and progression before taking those skills onto the trails. The facility also includes a shelter, car parking, fencing and public toilets. While Griffith might be better known for its wineries, food and agricultural landscape, the MTB park adds another reason to bring the bikes when exploring the Riverina by bike. There’s also more established off-road riding around nearby Scenic Hill, where local riders use the fire trails and singletrack. Whether you're searching for Griffith mountain bike trails, mountain biking in the Riverina, Griffith MTB Park or family-friendly MTB trails in NSW, this is a great little purpose-built network to add to the ride list. RTS Tip: With around 4.5km of trails, Griffith MTB Park is ideal for doing multiple laps, working on skills or introducing newer riders to mountain biking rather than chasing a huge day of trail kilometres. Check current trail conditions before heading out and combine it with other riding around Griffith if you're looking to make a bigger day of it.

Hassans Walls Reserve rises above Lithgow on the western edge of the Blue Mountains, offering mountain bikers a mix of natural trails, fire roads and technical riding surrounded by spectacular sandstone country. The reserve covers more than 780 hectares and climbs to over 1,100 metres elevation, with huge views across the Hartley Valley and surrounding ranges. The riding around Hassans Walls has a distinctly raw and natural feel. Expect rocky terrain, steep climbs and descents, loose surfaces and sections of technical singletrack rather than the manicured experience of a modern bike park. Hassans Walls Road itself also makes a good mountain bike or gravel ride up towards the lookout. Local MTB mapping shows trails including Channel 6, Ewok Forest, Gun Club DH, Pony Xpress, Pottery Left and Hassans Fire Trail, giving riders opportunities to link different trails and forest roads into a bigger session. Some of these descend steeply from the escarpment, so there’s riding here that will appeal to confident and experienced mountain bikers. The landscape is a big part of the experience. Hassans Walls is known for its sandstone cliffs, pagoda rock formations, fern-filled gullies and native bushland, with several lookouts providing incredible views across the Lithgow and Blue Mountains region. There is also a long history of MTB development at Hassans Walls. Lithgow City Council approved construction of a mountain bike/walking trail in the reserve in 2009, and later developed a broader strategy looking at purpose-built MTB opportunities for the area. For riders searching for Hassans Walls mountain bike trails, mountain biking in Lithgow, Lithgow MTB trails or mountain biking near the Blue Mountains, this is a riding area well worth exploring. RTS Tip: Hassans Walls is best approached as a natural MTB riding area rather than a fully developed bike park. Trail conditions, access and individual lines can change, so check current mapping before heading out and don't rely on old trail information. Some trails are steep and technical, so choose lines that suit your ability and take the opportunity to stop at the lookouts while you're up there.

Hazelbrook MTB Trails offer a growing network of mountain bike singletrack and forest riding in the mid Blue Mountains of NSW, giving riders another great place to explore beyond the region’s better-known Woodford, Glenbrook and Lower Mountains rides. The network mixes flowing singletrack, natural bush trails and dirt/gravel access roads, with riding suitable for different abilities. Current trail mapping includes both green and blue-rated options, making Hazelbrook a good choice for riders looking to progress from easier trails into more technical mountain biking. One of the standout trails is Red Belly, a roughly 6.8km blue-rated singletrack descent featuring a mix of flowing and more technical terrain. It’s complemented by trails such as Vert de Leon, which provides a climbing connection back through the network, allowing riders to link trails into repeatable MTB loops. There are also connections into the surrounding fire roads and bushland, giving riders plenty of scope to extend their ride and explore more of the Hazelbrook and mid Blue Mountains cycling network. With Hazelbrook sitting directly on the Blue Mountains train line, the area is also particularly handy for Sydney riders looking for mountain bike trails accessible by train. Whether you're searching for Hazelbrook mountain bike trails, MTB riding in the Blue Mountains, mountain biking near Katoomba or Blue Mountains singletrack, Hazelbrook is a local network worth putting on the ride list. RTS Tip: Hazelbrook is a local trail network rather than a formal managed bike park, so use current mapping to plan your ride and check trail conditions before heading out. RTS will work on getting the individual Hazelbrook routes added as separate rides over time; until then, check the mapping link to see the individual trails, grades and connections across the network.

Helensburgh MTB Park is a long-established mountain bike riding area in Helensburgh, NSW, sitting between Sydney and Wollongong and offering a huge variety of natural singletrack, technical trails and cross-country riding. The wider Helensburgh trail network is extensive, with current mapping showing more than 80 individual trails and around 75km of mapped riding. The mix ranges from easier green singletrack through to intermediate and advanced trails, giving riders plenty of options for anything from a quick session to a much bigger day exploring the surrounding bushland. At the heart of the local riding scene is Helensburgh Off Road Cycle Club -HORCC Track, with the Helensburgh Off Road Cycle Club (HORCC) supporting riding and trail activity in the area. Expect a distinctly old-school Sydney MTB feel, with natural surfaces, roots, rocks, tight singletrack, short punchy climbs and technical descents rather than a manicured modern trail-centre experience. Mapped trails include everything from approachable lines such as Grass Track through to more challenging riding spread across the wider network. Helensburgh also connects riders with Cawleys Road trail and the surrounding Garawarra State Conservation Area. NSW National Parks specifically permits mountain biking on Cawleys Road Trail, a generally flat mix of bitumen and gravel through scribbly gum forest, with other trails connecting from the route. Its location makes Helensburgh a great option for riders searching for mountain biking near Sydney, Helensburgh MTB trails, mountain biking near Wollongong, Illawarra MTB trails or technical mountain bike trails in NSW. RTS Tip: There is a lot more riding around Helensburgh than can sensibly fit into one Ride Card. RTS will work on getting the individual routes added as separate rides over time, but until then check the mapping link to explore the individual trails, grades and connections across the network. Trail access and conditions can change, so follow current signage and closures and make sure the trails you choose are open to bikes.

Inverell MTB Park is a cross-country mountain bike network around 5km south of Inverell on Bundarra Road, in the New England region of northern NSW. The park has been developed as a community riding facility with a collection of loops and singletrack suitable for everyone from beginners through to more experienced XC riders. Inverell Shire Council’s 2026 community directory identifies 1km, 3km and 5km loops at the park. The 1km Wombat Ramble provides an easy introduction, while Wallaby Wander offers around 2.5km of green-rated riding with a little more challenge. Riders wanting a longer lap can tackle the 3km Short Boundary Loop or the main 5km Boundary Ride, an intermediate blue XC loop. Current Trailforks mapping shows a much broader collection of trail segments and combinations around the park, allowing riders to extend well beyond the basic loops. Expect traditional cross-country riding rather than gravity-focused bike-park terrain, with winding singletrack, short climbs and descents, natural features and plenty of opportunities to link different trails together. Mapped sections include Creepy Creek, Heart Rate Hill, Claret Corner, Home Run, Rockee Road and Slabba the Hutt. The compact layout makes Inverell particularly approachable for families and progression. Newer riders can start with the short green loops, while stronger riders can combine the blue trails and additional singletrack into a longer XC session. There is, however, an important current access issue. Inverell Shire Council temporarily closed the MTB track in March 2026 after the former Inverell Mountain Bike Club became dormant and there was no active organisation maintaining or managing the facility. In April, Council paused its search for another operator after around 20 community members expressed interest in re-forming the Inverell Mountain Bike Club. For riders searching for Inverell MTB, New England mountain bike trails, mountain biking in northern NSW or family-friendly MTB around Inverell, the park has plenty of potential as a handy regional XC network. RTS Tip: “Check Current Access Before Riding”. Although mapping platforms currently show the trails, Council formally announced the facility’s temporary closure in March 2026, and its April update focused on efforts to reform the club rather than confirming that the park had reopened. Until Council publishes a clear reopening update, I wouldn’t list it as definitely open.

Jacks Ridge MTB Park – Nambucca Heads Jacks Ridge Mountain Bike Park is a hand-built cross-country mountain bike network in Nambucca State Forest, a short drive from Nambucca Heads and Macksville on the NSW Mid North Coast. It’s a great example of a volunteer-built riding destination, with a strong emphasis on natural singletrack, progression and some seriously memorable timber features. The official park information describes 14km+ of maintained trails, although a 2026 local update reports the broader network has grown to more than 26km of hand-built cross-country trails. The easiest way to explore is via the park’s six well-signposted loops, all beginning from the main trailhead, so riders can choose a route that matches their ability and available time. There’s riding for a broad range of abilities, from beginner-friendly loops through to more technical intermediate terrain. Teagues Loop is a good starting point for newer riders, while Western Loop, Bili Bili Loop, Northern Loop and Roller Coaster Loop progressively add more technical features and faster singletrack. A dedicated 400m kids track beside the car park makes Jacks Ridge particularly appealing for families. What really gives Jacks Ridge its character are the hand-built timber structures scattered throughout the forest. Features including Phil’s Flyover and the legendary Big Boris have become signatures of the park. Most of the larger structures and technical sections provide A and B lines, allowing riders to choose the challenge that suits them rather than being committed to the harder feature. The network is built and maintained by the Nambucca Valley Mountain Bike Club, which has a formal agreement with Forestry Corporation NSW to develop and maintain trails within Nambucca State Forest. Volunteers contribute significant time to keeping the network running, and the park is also used for social rides and XC racing. Facilities at the main trailhead include parking, accessible toilets, hand-washing facilities and a picnic shelter. Riding is free, making it an easy addition to a Nambucca Heads or Mid North Coast riding trip. For riders searching for Jacks Ridge MTB, Nambucca Heads mountain bike trails, Macksville MTB, Mid North Coast mountain biking or family-friendly MTB trails in NSW, this is a fantastic community-built network to add to the ride list. RTS Tip: Jacks Ridge is particularly good for progression. Start with Teagues or the kids loop, then work through the longer loops and choose the A-lines as your confidence grows. The park asks riders to stay off the trails during and immediately after significant rain, and Forestry Corporation can occasionally close the forest for fire danger or extreme weather, so check conditions before travelling.

Jerrabomberra MTB Trails – Queanbeyan (Jerra Trails) The MTB trails around Jerrabomberra Mountain Reserve offer a surprisingly extensive pocket of natural mountain biking just outside Canberra and Queanbeyan, with singletrack spread across the slopes of Mount Jerrabomberra in southern NSW. Often simply called “Jerra” by local riders, the area is characterised by hand-built and natural-style singletrack rather than the manicured feel of a major trail centre. Expect rocky sections, tight turns, short punchy climbs, flowing descents and plenty of technical features, with the terrain making good use of the hill’s elevation. Popular mapped trails and loops include Pipeline, Swoop, Lazy Dog, Playschool and Neanderthal, with various connections allowing riders to piece together anything from a quick lap to a longer exploration of the reserve. Some routes are also shared with walkers, so riders need to keep an eye out for other trail users. Climbing towards the top of Mount Jerrabomberra is rewarded with impressive views across Queanbeyan, Canberra and the surrounding ranges. The official lookout and management-road network provides another way to explore the reserve and makes a handy reference point when navigating the area. Its location makes Jerra a great addition to a Canberra MTB trip, particularly for riders already exploring the region’s bigger riding destinations. For riders searching for Jerrabomberra mountain bike trails, Jerra MTB, mountain biking in Queanbeyan, MTB trails near Canberra or mountain biking in southern NSW, this local network is definitely worth having on the ride list. RTS Tip: Jerrabomberra is best treated as a local natural trail network rather than a formal purpose-built bike park. Use current trail mapping to work out individual trails, grades and connections before heading out, be considerate of walkers on shared trails and respect any current signage, closures or access restrictions.

Jolly Nose MTB Park – Bonny Hills / Port Macquarie Jolly Nose Mountain Bike Park is one of the standout MTB destinations on the NSW Mid North Coast, located in Queens Lake and Burrawan State Forests near Bonny Hills, around 20 minutes south of Port Macquarie. The network combines cross-country, trail and gravity riding in a huge community-maintained forest playground. The park’s current official trail site lists 60+ individual trails and more than 40km of mapped riding, while NSW tourism information describes the broader network as approximately 70km. Either way, there’s enough here for anything from a quick lap to a full day of exploring. There’s a genuine spread of difficulty, from green beginner trails through blue, black and double-black expert terrain. Riders can start with trails such as the flowing Rollercoaster or tackle the popular 10km green XC loop, before progressing to more technical trails featuring rock gardens, berms, jumps and steeper natural terrain. For stronger riders, Jolly Nose has plenty of technical and gravity-focused options. Rock & Roll mixes berms, rock gardens and jumps, while Morning Glory steps things up into black-rated terrain. The network’s variety means XC riders, trail riders and gravity-focused riders can all find something worthwhile without needing separate destinations. The trails are managed by Hastings Valley Mountain Bike Riders, working in partnership with Forestry Corporation NSW. They’re designated MTB trails within the club’s permit area and are built and maintained largely through volunteer effort, memberships and community support. Riding is free and open to everyone from dawn to dusk, with club membership encouraged as a way to help support the network. The main access is via Spring Creek Road, with free parking at Jolly Nose Mountain Bike Parking Area. There’s no booking required for normal riding. For riders searching for Jolly Nose MTB, Port Macquarie mountain bike trails, Bonny Hills MTB, Mid North Coast mountain biking or gravity and XC trails in NSW, this is absolutely a network worth putting on the ride list. RTS Tip: With so many trails, don’t try to judge Jolly Nose by one loop. Newer riders can start with the green network and 10km loop, while experienced riders should allow enough time to explore the more technical gravity areas. Check current trail status before heading out — the club posts maintenance closures and conditions can change after weather events.

The Kalateenee MTB Trails are a fantastic mountain bike network in Kalateenee State Forest near Kempsey on the NSW Mid North Coast, with around 25–30km of cross-country and gravity trails winding through beautiful eucalypt, ironbark and brushbox forest. Managed and maintained by Macleay Valley Mountain Bikers, the network caters for a broad range of abilities, from beginners finding their feet on easier trails through to experienced riders looking for faster, more technical terrain. Most trails are also suitable for adaptive mountain bikes. There’s a good mix of XC and gravity riding, with the gravity side of the network receiving a significant upgrade in recent years. Five enduro trails were professionally rebuilt with improved features, jumps and more weather-resilient construction, adding another dimension to what was already a well-established local trail network. Navigation is well catered for, with trail signs throughout the park showing distances and difficulty ratings, making it relatively easy to link together trails for anything from a short session to a bigger day exploring the forest. Access is straightforward too. The original trailhead is behind Kempsey Golf Club off Macleay Valley Way, while a newer dedicated MTB car park on Grass Tree Road provides another entry point and includes accessible toilets. For riders searching for Kempsey mountain bike trails, Kalateenee MTB Park, mountain biking on the NSW Mid North Coast or MTB trails near Port Macquarie, Kalateenee is definitely one to add to the ride list. RTS Tip: With 25–30km of trails and a mixture of XC and gravity riding, it’s worth allowing a few hours rather than treating Kalateenee as a quick stop. Check the current trail status before travelling, particularly after wet weather, and use the trail signage and current mapping to choose trails that match your ability.

Kentlyn MTB Trails – Campbelltown The Kentlyn MTB Trails are a long-established mountain bike network hidden in the bushland around Kentlyn and Peter Meadows Creek near Campbelltown in South West Sydney. Known for their raw, technical character, these trails offer a very different experience from the purpose-built riding at nearby Mount Annan. Current mapping shows around 28 MTB trails and approximately 19km of mapped riding, with a mixture of cross-country, descending and technical singletrack. Kentlyn is classic Sydney sandstone mountain biking. Expect plenty of rocks, rock gardens, ledges, short punchy climbs, technical descents and natural features, with trails weaving through rugged bushland above the Georges River. It’s a network where good line choice and confident bike handling can make a big difference. Popular mapped trails include Rock Trail, Magic Carpet, Spank It, Drop Bears and Boronia Single Track, with numerous connecting trails allowing riders to piece together different loops. Rock Trail alone runs for around 5km and includes berms, drops, rock faces and rock gardens, while some of the descending trails step the difficulty up considerably. Kentlyn has been used by local mountain bikers for many years. Campbelltown City Council has previously recognised the area as containing a wide range of riding, including cross-country, short downhill and flow trails, although the network has historically had a complicated status rather than operating as a formally developed MTB park. For riders searching for Kentlyn mountain bike trails, Campbelltown MTB, mountain biking in South West Sydney or technical MTB trails near Sydney, Kentlyn is one of the region’s better-known old-school riding areas. RTS Tip: Kentlyn is best treated as a local natural trail network rather than a formally managed bike park. Use current mapping to choose your trails and understand their difficulty, and pay attention to land-access signage or closures on the ground. Some trails are genuinely technical, so don’t assume the whole network is suitable for newer riders.

Kiwarrak MTB Park, often known locally as the “Tip Trails”, is a huge hand-built mountain bike network in Kiwarrak State Forest just south of Taree on the NSW Mid North Coast. Developed over more than 20 years, it has grown into nearly 70km of MTB-specific singletrack, making it one of the largest established trail networks on the eastern seaboard. Kiwarrak isn't built around one main loop. Instead, the forest contains an interconnected web of trails, crossing and linking in countless combinations so riders can effectively build their own adventure. The riding covers everything from family-friendly XC through to flow, technical trail and enduro-style gravity riding, so there’s plenty here for both newer riders and experienced mountain bikers. For an easier introduction, there are marked 5km, 10km, 15km and 20km loops leaving from the main car park off The Bucketts Way. The 5km loop suits most riders, while the 10km adds a little more challenge. The 15km steps things up for intermediate riders, and the 20km loop incorporates some of the network’s more technical riding, including jumps, drops and rock gardens. Beyond the marked loops, Kiwarrak is famous for its fast, flowing hand-cut singletrack and gravity runs, along with purpose-built structures and jump lines. The natural contours of the forest allow trails to weave together without huge climbs, making it easy to keep adding “just one more trail” to the ride. The network has an impressive community story too. The trails were developed and are maintained by the Manning Great Lakes Tip Riders Mountain Bike Club. After the Black Summer bushfires devastated the forest, destroying around 50 bridges and almost 40 jumps, significant rebuilding followed, culminating in the upgraded Kiwarrak Mountain Bike Trail officially opening in 2024. Entry is free, with parking, toilets and family-friendly facilities available at the main trailhead. The club also runs regular social rides, events and trail-maintenance days, making Kiwarrak a major hub for the Mid North Coast MTB community. For riders searching for Kiwarrak MTB, Taree mountain bike trails, Tip Trails, Mid North Coast MTB or mountain biking near Forster and Taree, this is absolutely a destination worth putting on the ride list. RTS Tip: With nearly 70km of interconnected trails, this is one where having current mapping makes a huge difference. First-time visitors can start with one of the signed loops, while experienced riders should use the wider network to build a bigger adventure. The club specifically asks riders not to ride when the trails are wet, and Forestry Corporation recommends checking current State Forest events and closures before heading out.

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.

Lake Canobolas MTB Park is a compact, purpose-built mountain bike network at Nashdale, around 10 minutes west of Orange in Central West NSW. Sitting directly opposite Lake Canobolas at the foot of Gaanha bula (Mount Canobolas), it combines accessible cross-country riding with a skills and jump area in a picturesque bush setting. The park has around 8km of cross-country singletrack, arranged as three connected loops that become progressively more challenging as riders move through the network. It’s particularly well suited to beginners, juniors and intermediate riders, while still providing enough technical features to keep more experienced riders entertained. Expect hard-packed clay, rocks, roots, wooden bridges, rock gardens, drops and optional A and B lines, with good signage throughout. There’s also a dedicated skills and jump track, making Lake Canobolas a handy place to practise features or build confidence before tackling harder trails elsewhere around Orange. The trails were originally opened in 2014 and are built and maintained by the Orange Mountain Bike Club in partnership with Orange City Council. The setting adds plenty to the experience, with the network winding through revegetated bushland and offering views back towards Lake Canobolas and Orange. One important current change is that the former black trails at Lake Canobolas are now closed and must not be ridden. Orange Mountain Bike Club advises riders to use its updated trail map rather than older maps that may still show those trails as accessible. Across the road, Lake Canobolas has toilets, picnic facilities, a playground and a kiosk, making this an easy MTB destination for families or groups where not everyone necessarily wants to ride. For riders searching for Orange MTB, Lake Canobolas mountain bike trails, family-friendly MTB in Central West NSW or beginner mountain biking near Orange, this is a great little network to add to the ride list. RTS Tip: Lake Canobolas is ideal for progression rather than huge kilometres. Start with the easier loop and work your way through the connected network before spending some time in the skills area. The MTB park is strictly open 8am–8pm, and dogs aren't permitted within the trail area. Most importantly, use the current Orange MTB Club map — all black trails are now closed.

Manly Dam MTB Trail is one of Sydney’s most established and iconic mountain bike rides, winding through the sandstone bushland of Manly Warringah War Memorial Park on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. The official loop is around 11km, combining purpose-built singletrack, shared trail and fire road into a classic Sydney cross-country ride. The riding is very much old-school Sydney MTB. Expect exposed sandstone, rock slabs, roots, technical climbs, water bars, drops and short punchy descents rather than long stretches of smooth machine-built flow. While Council describes the trail as suitable for riders from beginners through to advanced, there are jumps, drops and technical features along the route, with easier lines provided around some of the more challenging obstacles. The trail is designed to be ridden clockwise, with several access points around the reserve. Gibbs Street at Manly Vale is recommended by Northern Beaches Council as one of the best places to access the MTB trail, with other entry points at North Balgowlah, Seaforth and Allambie Heights. One of Manly Dam’s biggest attractions is the setting. You’re riding through genuine Sydney bushland around one of the city’s largest freshwater lakes, yet you’re only a short distance from Manly and the coast. The wider reserve also has picnic areas, toilets and walking trails, making it easy to turn a ride into a longer day out. Manly Dam is also useful as part of a bigger Northern Beaches MTB adventure. Stronger riders often use the Dam as the foundation of a longer ride before linking into surrounding riding areas, while nearby Bare Creek Bike Park offers a completely different style of purpose-built gravity, jumps and skills riding. For riders searching for Manly Dam MTB, Northern Beaches mountain bike trails, Sydney MTB, Manly mountain biking or technical XC trails in Sydney, this is one of the city's must-know MTB loops. RTS Tip: Manly Dam is relatively short at around 11km, but don’t underestimate it — the sandstone features and repeated technical sections can make it a much bigger ride than the distance suggests. Night riding is not permitted, and the trail can close after heavy rain or for maintenance. Council currently lists the MTB trail as OPEN, but check the live status before every visit because closures can change quickly.

Mill Creek MTB Trails are a well-established mountain bike network within the Lucas Heights Conservation Area in Sydney’s south, offering a brilliant mix of technical sandstone riding, flowing singletrack, jumps and trails for progressing riders. The network is managed by Sutherland Shire Council with ongoing support from the volunteer-run Mill Creek Trail Association. There’s around 10km of predominantly singletrack trails, with most individual trails under 1km, allowing riders to link and repeat different sections to create a much longer session. The network has evolved from old unsanctioned dirt-bike and 4WD tracks into an officially managed MTB area, while retaining plenty of its raw Sydney sandstone character. Mill Creek is particularly known for its rocky and technical terrain, with sandstone slabs, rock features, tight singletrack and natural obstacles providing plenty of challenge for intermediate and experienced riders. At the same time, newer trail development has broadened the network to include more approachable riding and opportunities for riders to progress their skills. Popular trails include Black Hawk Down and Pump Action for more traditional technical sandstone riding, while Hit the Turps and Acacia Missed It bring more contemporary flow and jump-focused riding into the mix. Whipper Snapper provides another option aimed at skill development. The network is the product of a huge amount of volunteer work. Rehabilitation and trail development have been underway since 2011, with volunteers working alongside Sutherland Shire Council Bushcare and the Mill Creek Trail Association to maintain and improve the trails and surrounding conservation area. Located at Lucas Heights near Menai, Mill Creek is an easy MTB destination to reach from much of Sydney and offers a very different experience from the smoother purpose-built riding found at some of the city’s newer bike parks. For riders searching for Mill Creek MTB Trails, Menai mountain bike trails, Lucas Heights MTB, mountain biking in Sydney or technical MTB trails in southern Sydney, this is one of the city’s established riding networks and definitely one to have on the list. RTS Tip: Mill Creek rewards riders who enjoy technical, natural-style mountain biking, but there are now trails catering to a broader range of abilities. Use the current trail map to choose trails that suit your skill level and check the trail status before heading out, particularly following rain. The local association also cautions that user-generated mapping can contain unofficial trails, so stick to sanctioned trails and current signage.

Mountain Ave is a solid firetrail climb popular with locals for training, packing roughly 400 m of elevation into less than 5 km. It’s a reliable leg tester with a steep gradients that keeps you working to the top. At the top, the trail pushes into hike‑a‑bike territory as it continues toward the Grose Head South trig point. From there you can drop through the saddle to the Grose Head South lookout before looping back into Winmalee, or simply turn around and enjoy the fast, flowing descent back down Mountain Ave. The area also provides access to hiking trails leading to the Grose River and the remnants of the historic Grose River Engineers Track. The ride begins at the closed gate where the sealed surface of Mountain Avenue ends. Suitable for mountain bikes and gravel bikes with low gearing There are no facilities on the route; the closest toilets are at Yellomundee Mountain Bike Park, see tagged ride card for more detail.

Just 3.5 km west of Cooma, Mt Gladstone Bike Park offers more than 10 km of singletrack within 125 hectares of native bushland overlooking the Monaro Plains and Snowy Mountains. The compact network caters for a wide range of riders, with easy, intermediate and advanced trails featuring flowing singletrack, rocky and loose terrain, climbs and more challenging features including drops and gap jumps. With parking, toilets, picnic facilities and Cooma only minutes away, it’s a great spot for a quick ride, a few hours of exploring or an MTB stop on the way to other Snowy Mountains destinations. The dedicated MTB trails are one-way, so follow signage and the mapped direction of travel. RTS Tip: Don’t skip the lookout! Mt Gladstone’s views across the Monaro Plains, The Brothers and towards the Snowy Mountains are well worth adding to your ride. If you’re new to the park, start on the easier trails to get a feel for the rocky terrain before progressing to the advanced lines and larger features.

Mt Tumbarumba Mountain Bike Park is a community-owned and operated MTB destination on the edge of Tumbarumba in the NSW Snowy Valleys. Rising around 300m above town, the mountain delivers dedicated climbing trails and gravity-focused descents through open eucalypt forest, rocky gullies and enormous granite formations, with expansive views towards the Snowy Mountains. The park currently offers around 22km of gravity-focused trails, with green, blue and black options designed to cater for novice through to advanced riders. The terrain is impressively varied, mixing technical granite riding, machine-built flow, jump trails and more natural technical descents. One of Mt Tumbarumba’s biggest drawcards is the 315m of usable elevation. Riders can earn their turns using the dedicated climbing trails or book an uplift shuttle to maximise descending time. Private self-shuttling isn’t permitted, so anyone wanting uplifts needs to use the authorised shuttle service. There’s a strong progression element too. Green trails provide an approachable introduction to the mountain before riders move onto faster blue flow and jump trails and eventually the more technical black terrain. Trails such as Cowabunga, Cattlepult, Send It Express and Tumba Rumble can be linked to create long top-to-bottom descents. What makes the park particularly special is the story behind it. After drought, bushfires and other challenges hit the region, the local community rallied behind the idea of using mountain biking to help strengthen Tumbarumba's visitor economy. The mountain was ultimately purchased through community fundraising — including locals auctioning cattle to help buy the land — and is now managed by Cycle Tumbarumba Inc. The result is promoted as Australia's first community-owned and operated mountain bike park. There’s plenty more riding around town as well. Tumbarumba has additional XC trails including Mason’s Hill, plus a pump track and bike playground, gravel routes and the Tumbarumba to Rosewood Rail Trail, making it easy to build a multi-day cycling trip rather than visiting solely for the bike park. For riders searching for Mt Tumbarumba MTB, Tumbarumba mountain bike trails, Snowy Valleys MTB, shuttle mountain biking in NSW or gravity riding near the Snowy Mountains, this is quickly becoming one of regional NSW’s most interesting riding destinations. RTS Tip: Mt Tumbarumba is a paid-access facility, so every rider needs a valid Mountain Pass, with shuttle passes purchased separately. The park also closes for a winter season because of icy conditions, so check current operating status before planning a trip. The official trail map is available through Trailforks and the park recommends checking it for individual trail closures before riding.

MUD MTB Park – Woodburn State Forest, Ulladulla MUD bike trails is a purpose-built mountain bike park in Woodburn State Forest near Ulladulla on the NSW South Coast, developed and maintained by the Milton Ulladulla District Mountain Bikers (MUD MTB). Forestry Corporation recognises Woodburn as a dedicated MTB network and describes it as a family-friendly riding destination. The core network includes around 6km of professionally designed singletrack, with trails that can be linked together and repeated to create a longer session. The emphasis is on beginner to intermediate riding, making MUD MTB a particularly good destination for families, newer mountain bikers and riders looking to build confidence. There’s plenty of variety packed into the relatively compact network. Some trails are fast and flowing with berms and rollers, while others are tighter and more technical. A dedicated skills loop introduces riders to features including small rock drops and elevated timber boardwalks, providing a great place to practise before taking those skills onto the main trails. Mapped trails include Never Never Land, Oompa Loompa and Burnt to a Crisp, with a mixture of green and blue riding and optional features adding progression for more confident riders. The park also has a dedicated car park, trailhead shelter and trail signage, making it easy to arrive, get organised and start exploring. Its location near Ulladulla, Milton and Mollymook makes it an easy addition to a South Coast riding weekend. For riders searching for MUD MTB Park, Ulladulla mountain bike trails, Woodburn State Forest MTB, mountain biking near Mollymook or family-friendly MTB trails on the NSW South Coast, this is a great little network to have on the ride list. RTS Tip: MUD MTB is a great progression park — start with the easier trails and skills loop before working up to the bigger features. The trails are maintained by the local MTB community, so respect closures and avoid riding when conditions could damage the trails. Forestry Corporation also recommends checking current forest events and closures before heading out.

Narrandera MTB & Bike Trails – Riverina NSW Narrandera offers a mix of off-road cycling, bush tracks and riverside riding through the landscapes surrounding the Murrumbidgee River, Lake Talbot and the Narrandera Flora and Fauna Reserve. Rather than a traditional purpose-built MTB park, the riding here is best thought of as cross-country and recreational off-road exploration through the Riverina bush. The main option is the Narrandera Bike and Hike Trail System, which can be ridden as a roughly 23km route or broken into shorter individual tracks. It starts from town and links bushland, wetlands and sections along the Murrumbidgee River, with directional and interpretive signage helping riders explore the area. A highlight is riding through Narrandera Wetlands and the surrounding Flora and Fauna Reserve, an area well known for its koala population. The cycling route also provides opportunities to explore around Lake Talbot and the Murrumbidgee River, giving the ride plenty of variety beyond simply chasing singletrack. Mountain bikers can also ride the Koala walking track within Murrumbidgee Valley Nature Reserve, although NSW National Parks notes that e-bikes and motorbikes aren't permitted within the reserve. Access can also be closed during and after wet weather when roads and trails become slippery or boggy. There have previously been plans for a more substantial Lake Talbot Mountain Bike Park, including cross-country circuits, downhill riding, a skills area and beginner through advanced zones. However, I couldn't verify that this proposed purpose-built MTB park has actually been constructed, so I wouldn't describe Narrandera as having a formal MTB park on the RTS card yet. For riders searching for Narrandera mountain bike trails, cycling in Narrandera, Riverina MTB, Lake Talbot cycling or Murrumbidgee River bike trails, the existing Bike and Hike network provides a great way to explore the area on two wheels. RTS Tip: Think adventure/XC rather than bike park for this one. Pick up the current Bike and Hike map from Narrandera Destination and Discovery Hub and combine the individual tracks into a ride that suits your time and ability. Check conditions after rain, particularly around the river and nature reserve, as access can be temporarily closed.

The Nepean River Trail is a powerline maintenance route running along the foot of the Blue Mountains between Emu Plains and Yellomundee Mountain Bike Park. It’s a direct and practical option if you’re arriving by public transport or want to add some extra kilometres before hitting the Yellomundee trail network. Although the trail traces the edge of the Nepean River, it’s far from flat. The route follows the escarpment, rolling across ridgelines and dipping into valleys that meet the river. Expect a steady mix of short, punchy climbs that keep you honest all the way to Yellomundee. From the gate on Riverbank Drive to the gate on Springwood Road is roughly 7 km. Make sure you leave enough in the tank to explore the 10 km of cross‑country and enduro trails waiting at Yellomundee (See tagged ride card). The surface is typical of a firetrail, hardpack, loose gravel, and occasional erosion and is suited to both gravel and mountain bikes. There is no water along the route or the Yellomundee end. Snakes are frequently seen along this trail in the warmer months

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

Ourimbah MTB Park on the NSW Central Coast is a long-established mountain biking destination with a strong mix of cross-country, gravity and technical trail riding. Set within Ourimbah State Forest, the network features classic hand-built singletrack, rocky sections, roots, punchy climbs and fast descents, with trails that reward good bike handling and offer plenty of challenge for experienced riders. With both XC loops and gravity-focused riding available, Ourimbah is a great destination for everything from a longer pedal-powered session to a day spent tackling more technical terrain. RTS Tip: Ourimbah has plenty of old-school, technical character, so don’t judge a trail purely by its distance — rocks, roots and steeper sections can make for a bigger ride than expected. Check current trail and forestry conditions before heading out, and ride within your limits while learning the more technical lines. Shuttles available 7 days a week

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.

Pioneer Park is a fantastic riding destination in Cootamundra, offering something for everyone from first-time riders through to experienced mountain bikers. The network features 10 trails ranging from Green (Easy) through to Double Black Diamond, giving riders plenty of options to progress their skills or simply enjoy a fun ride through beautiful native bushland. Set amongst stunning Yellow Box woodland, the trails weave through peaceful scenery with regular opportunities to spot kangaroos, echidnas and native birdlife. Well-marked signage, colour-coded trails and scenic lookout points make the network easy to explore and enjoyable for riders of all ages. Looking for more? A 1.7km connecting fire trail links Pioneer Park directly to the Cootamundra MTB Park, where you'll find a further 8.5km intermediate cross-country loop featuring flowing singletrack, berms, bridges and technical trail features. Together, the two networks create one of the region's best MTB experiences, with enough variety to keep riders entertained for hours. Pioneer Park also offers excellent rider facilities, including sealed access, toilets, picnic tables, covered gas barbecues and plenty of open space to relax before or after your ride. The park is RV-friendly, making it an ideal stop for riders exploring the Riverina or travelling through New South Wales. Whether you're introducing the family to mountain biking, chasing a technical challenge or linking both trail networks together for a longer adventure, Pioneer Park is a hidden gem that's well worth adding to your Ride The State list.

Pomingalarna Park, or “Pomi” as it’s known locally, is Wagga Wagga’s main mountain biking destination, combining a 13km bushland MTB network with the impressive Wagga Wagga Multisport Cycling Complex. Located at Pomingalarna Reserve on the western edge of the city, it offers everything from natural cross-country riding to jumps, pump tracks, BMX and track cycling in the one precinct. The bushland network has four marked trails of varying difficulty, with options of approximately 3.6km, 7km and 13km. The riding is predominantly easy to intermediate, following undulating natural terrain through native bushland with plenty of climbing and descending along the way. Make it to the higher points and you’re rewarded with some excellent views back across Wagga Wagga and the surrounding Riverina landscape. For newer riders or anyone wanting to practise features, the dedicated 1.5km Mountain Bike Playground Loop is a great addition. It has six optional features including tabletop jumps, a flip-flop berm, seesaw, log rides, rock step-downs and a bridge, with ride-around options allowing riders to build confidence progressively. Right alongside the MTB trails is the $12 million Multisport Cycling Complex, opened in 2022. It includes a pump track, three-level jump track, BMX track, 1.5km criterium circuit, 400m velodrome and cycling education area, making Pomingalarna one of the most diverse cycling precincts in regional NSW. The jump area is particularly good for progression, with easy, medium and hard lines. The easy line uses 1.2m tabletops, while the medium and hard lines introduce progressively larger gap jumps up to 2m. Pomingalarna also forms part of the wider Wiradjuri Trail, so there are opportunities to extend the ride beyond the MTB network. The reserve is shared with walkers, runners and other recreational users, while outer fire trails are also used by horse riders. For riders searching for Wagga Wagga MTB, Pomingalarna MTB Park, Riverina mountain bike trails, family MTB in Wagga or cycling parks in Central West NSW, Pomi is an excellent all-round riding destination. RTS Tip: This is one where it’s worth allowing extra time. Ride the 13km bushland MTB loop first, then finish with a session on the MTB playground, pump track or jumps. With BMX, criterium and velodrome facilities alongside it, Pomingalarna is much more than just an MTB trail network — it’s a genuine multi-discipline cycling hub.

Port Macquarie Urban MTB Park is a compact cross-country trail network hidden right in the middle of Port Macquarie, beside Wayne Richards Park on Koala Street. Despite its suburban setting, the park packs a surprising amount of singletrack into a small area and is a great option for a quick ride, families or riders wanting somewhere accessible without heading out of town. Current Trailforks mapping shows around 22 MTB trails covering approximately 5km, predominantly green and blue graded. The network is primarily cross-country, with short interconnected sections that can be combined and repeated to create a longer ride. Trails including Koala Trees, Soccer Straight East & West, T1–T4, Beanfield Berms, Banksias/Rollercoaster, Pump Bumps and Rock Garden provide plenty of variety. Expect twisting singletrack, small climbs and descents, berms, rocky features and sections of flow rather than long gravity runs. The Cakewalk, at around 1.6km, is a good introductory loop for riders getting to know the network. One of the biggest bonuses is the adjacent Wayne Richards Park Pump Track. The international-standard Velo Pump Track was completed in 2022 and sits right alongside the MTB trails, making this a particularly good spot for juniors, families and riders wanting to work on skills before or after hitting the singletrack. The park's compact layout also makes it excellent for progression. Newer riders can stick to the easier green sections, while more confident riders can seek out the blue trails and technical features. With trails repeatedly crossing and reconnecting, it's easy to put together different combinations rather than simply riding one prescribed loop. For riders searching for Port Macquarie MTB, Port Macquarie Urban MTB Park, family mountain biking in Port Macquarie or MTB trails on the NSW Mid North Coast, this is a handy little network to have on the ride list — especially if you're staying in town. RTS Tip: Don't come here expecting a huge destination network like nearby Jolly Nose. The appeal of the Urban MTB Park is that it's right in town, easy to access and packed with short trails you can session and combine. There’s plenty of parking at Wayne Richards Fields, but riders are specifically asked not to ride across the sporting fields when accessing the trails. Current Trailforks mapping is strongly recommended because there are lots of intersections in a relatively small area.

Royal National Park MTB & Cycling Trails – Sydney Royal National Park, on Sydney’s southern doorstep, offers a fantastic mix of mountain biking, fire-trail riding and easy gravel-style cycling through rainforest, sandstone bushland and along the Hacking River. Rather than one purpose-built MTB park, the Royal is a large network where riders can link approved cycling trails into anything from a short family ride to several hours of exploring. One of the best-known MTB options is the Loftus Loop, an official 10km loop starting near the NPWS office at Farnell Avenue. The route combines around 8km of trail with 2km of designated bike track, changing from wide, relatively easy trails to rockier singletrack, creek crossings and steeper sections around Temptation Creek. NPWS notes that linking trails allow rides ranging from around 15 minutes to four hours. For something easier, Lady Carrington Drive is one of Sydney’s classic off-road rides. The historic carriage route follows the Hacking River for 10km one way from near Audley, crossing 15 creeks and travelling beneath blue gums, turpentines and pockets of rainforest. Its wide track and relatively gentle terrain make it a great choice for families, newer riders and gravel bikes, although it can become boggy after rain. There’s also riding around the East Heathcote trails, where approved cycling routes and fire trails provide more opportunities to build longer MTB loops through the western side of the park. Royal National Park specifically operates a “no sign – no ride” policy for singletrack: cycling is permitted on fire trails, but singletracks can only be ridden where they are specifically marked for cycling at the trailhead. With entry points around Loftus, Heathcote, Waterfall and Audley, the park is also unusually accessible for a major bushland riding destination, including options for riders arriving by train. For riders searching for Royal National Park mountain bike trails, Loftus MTB, Heathcote mountain biking, gravel riding near Sydney or MTB trails in southern Sydney, the Royal offers plenty to explore and is one of Sydney’s most established bush riding areas. RTS Tip: Think of Royal National Park as a collection of individual rides rather than one MTB trail network. Loftus Loop is the pick for MTB, while Lady Carrington Drive is brilliant for an easier gravel or family ride. Most importantly, stick to authorised cycling trails — fire trails are permitted, but don't assume every piece of visible singletrack is legal to ride. Check the current NPWS cycling map, park alerts and trail signage before heading out.

Superbowl & Butterfly MTB Trails – Nowra Just south of Nowra on the NSW South Coast, South Coast United Mountain Bikers SCUM - Superbowl MTB Park and South Coast United Mountain Bikers (SCUM) - Butterfly MTB Trail are two distinctive mountain bike networks in Currambene State Forest, developed and maintained by the volunteer-run South Coast United Mountain Bikers (SCUM). Together with nearby Coondoo, they form one of the Shoalhaven’s key MTB destinations. Superbowl is the more varied of the two, combining traditional cross-country singletrack with the newer Airflow network for riders who love flow, jumps and gravity-style features. The XC riding mixes short technical sections, fast twisting singletrack, modest climbing and fun descents, while the broader network includes green, blue and black-rated options. Just another 5 minutes along Butterfly Road, Butterfly delivers a completely different experience. SCUM describes this roughly 5.5km intermediate XC network as deliberately a little “rough and ready”, with mostly hand-built, old-school singletrack. Expect rocky technical descents, short punchy climbs, tight natural trail and plenty of character rather than manicured machine-built flow. The two networks are close enough to easily ride on the same trip, and riders looking for an even bigger day can add nearby South Coast United Mountain Bikers SCUM - Coondoo MTB Park. In fact, all three networks are combined for the Willo Mountain Bike Marathon, demonstrating just how much riding can be linked together around Nowra and Currambene State Forest. For riders searching for Nowra mountain bike trails, Superbowl MTB, Butterfly MTB, Shoalhaven mountain biking or MTB trails on the NSW South Coast, these are well worth adding to the ride list. RTS Tip: If you only have time for one, choose Superbowl for greater variety, flow and jump features, or Butterfly for raw, old-school hand-built XC singletrack. If you have a full day, ride both — or add Coondoo and explore all three SCUM networks. Check SCUM’s current trail status before heading out, as conditions and forestry activity can affect access.

Tamworth Mountain Bike Park is a purpose-built community MTB network at Forest Road in North Tamworth, only around 10 minutes from the CBD. Developed and maintained by Tamworth Mountain Bikers (TAMMTB) with support from Tamworth Regional Council, the park offers 14km of graded MTB trails, plus a pump track, skills park and an impressive 5km of adaptive cycling trails. The network caters for a broad range of riders, from kids and complete beginners through to experienced cross-country riders. The 3 Piggies provides an easy kids’ introduction, while green trails including Yellow Brick Road, Hillside and Southpark offer flowing, approachable singletrack with gentle progression into switchbacks and rocky terrain. Step up to the blue trails and the riding becomes considerably more interesting. Creekline delivers a fast run weaving through and across the creek, while Secret Valley traverses the width of the park, climbs around Central Mountain and finishes through a small gorge with a technical rock garden. Goanna Crawl and Skyline add further intermediate riding, allowing plenty of different trail combinations rather than one prescribed loop. One of Tamworth’s standout features is its commitment to adaptive mountain biking. Around 5km of dedicated adaptive trails complement accessible sections of the wider network, with the club publishing individual guidance on which trails can be navigated by XC, RX and Explorer handcycles. Adaptive riders can also contact the club for gate-code access and parking closer to the central picnic area. The park is also well set up for families and longer sessions, with a central picnic area, shelters, tables, toilets, drinking water and a children’s playground. There are two entrances: riders can pedal into the lower entrance directly from the Tamworth Regional Council cycleway, while the upper entrance provides parking with room for larger vehicles and trailers. TAMMTB continues to use the park for club rides, racing and rider development, and the venue regularly hosts larger competitions. In August 2026, for example, the park is hosting a three-day MTB weekend incorporating school racing, XC competition and a round of the NSW/ACT XCO State Series. For riders searching for Tamworth MTB, New England mountain bike trails, family-friendly MTB in Tamworth, adaptive mountain biking in NSW or cross-country MTB in northern NSW, this is a very well-rounded regional riding destination. RTS Tip: Tamworth is particularly good for progression and mixed-ability groups. Newer riders can start with The 3 Piggies and green network before moving into the blues, while experienced riders can link multiple trails into a longer XC session. Normal recreational riding is free and you don't need a licence or club membership, although all riders must follow the park’s Conditions of Entry.

The Tenterfield Pump Track is a fantastic all-ages riding destination featuring two asphalt pump tracks alongside the modern Tenterfield Skatepark. Suitable for bikes, scooters, skateboards, roller skates and balance bikes, the smaller circuit is perfect for beginners and younger riders, while the larger track offers bigger rollers, berms and a more challenging flow for experienced riders. It's a fun, free facility that's ideal for building skills, fitness and confidence in a welcoming community setting.

Ironbark Trail is a roughly 2km dirt and gravel MTB trail near Cootamundra in the NSW Riverina, forming part of the riding around Cootamundra Mountain Bike Park. This is more of a natural cross-country connection/trail than a purpose-built flow or gravity run. Expect a predominantly unsealed surface through classic inland NSW bushland, making it suitable for mountain bikes and a straightforward addition to a longer ride around the Cootamundra trail network. At only around 2km, Ironbark works best when linked with surrounding trails rather than ridden as a destination on its own. It’s a handy option for riders wanting to add some extra distance while exploring Cootamundra’s MTB riding. The surrounding landscape is characterised by open woodland and ironbark country, typical of this part of the Riverina. Nearby Pioneer Park is another established recreation area, with local tourism information describing its landscape as open woodland with native grasses and acacias. For riders searching for Cootamundra MTB, Ironbark Trail Cootamundra, Riverina mountain biking or MTB trails in southern NSW, Ironbark is a useful little trail to include when exploring the wider local network. RTS Tip: Think of Ironbark as one piece of the Cootamundra MTB puzzle rather than a standalone ride. At around 2km, combine it with the surrounding trails to create a longer loop and use current trail mapping to navigate the different connections.

The Oaks Singletrack is a dedicated mountain bike trail in the Glenbrook section of Blue Mountains National Park, providing a fun, technical alternative to staying on The Oaks Fire Trail as riders descend towards Glenbrook. The trail packs plenty into a relatively short distance, with flowing singletrack, sandstone rock features, tight corners, rollers, small drops and technical sections. It has a distinctly old-school Blue Mountains feel, using the natural rocky terrain to create a playful descent rather than the smoother, heavily machine-built style found at modern bike parks. The trail is predominantly intermediate riding, although individual features can provide additional challenge. Riders should be comfortable on uneven surfaces, exposed sandstone and rocky trail before carrying too much speed. While commonly ridden as part of the longer Woodford-to-Glenbrook Oaks ride, or adding on from Bennetts ridge loop, The Oaks Singletrack is a worthwhile trail in its own right and can be accessed as part of shorter MTB sessions within the Glenbrook area. One of its biggest appeals is simply how much fun it adds to a ride. After kilometres of wider fire trail, dropping into narrow singletrack immediately changes the experience, with plenty of corners and features to keep riders engaged all the way through. For riders searching for The Oaks Singletrack, Glenbrook MTB, Blue Mountains singletrack or technical mountain bike trails near Sydney, this is one of the Lower Blue Mountains’ best-known sanctioned MTB trails. RTS Tip: This Ride Card covers The Oaks Singletrack only, not the wider Oaks Fire Trail or Woodford-to-Glenbrook ride. It’s a relatively short trail, so think quality rather than kilometres — a brilliant section to add into a bigger Glenbrook MTB session. Check current NPWS alerts and trail conditions before riding, particularly after heavy rain.

Thredbo Mountain Bike Park – Snowy Mountains Thredbo is one of Australia’s premier mountain biking destinations, transforming the alpine resort into a huge lift-accessed MTB park during summer. Set within Kosciuszko National Park in the NSW Snowy Mountains, the park offers more than 40km of gravity trails, over 600m of vertical elevation, four MTB lifts, cross-country trails, skills areas, jump lines and pump tracks. The big attraction is the ability to load your bike onto the lift and head straight back up the mountain, allowing riders to clock up serious descending without having to pedal every metre of elevation. Thredbo describes itself as Australia’s only lift-accessed MTB park, with trails running from beginner flow right through to advanced technical downhill terrain. There’s a strong focus on progression. Newer gravity riders can start on trails such as Easy Rider and Sidewinder, with Sidewinder delivering 3.2km of smooth berms, rollers and flowing descending. Intermediate riders can progress into trails such as Grasshopper, Dream Catcher and the Kosciuszko Flow Trail, while experienced riders have technical and downhill terrain including the famous Cannonball Downhill. Thredbo isn't only about gravity. There’s also a linked cross-country network around the village, including Pipeline Path, Friday Flat Loop, Village Loop and Golf Course Loop. Riders can also connect directly onto the Thredbo Valley Track, which continues down the valley towards Lake Crackenback and, for advanced riders tackling the complete route, all the way towards Jindabyne. Skills development is another big part of the park. Thredbo has beginner and intermediate skills parks, two pump tracks and the Boost Mobile Jumps Park, along with an MTB School offering clinics for riders wanting to improve their gravity skills. The alpine setting makes the riding particularly memorable. Trails descend from high on the mountain through open alpine terrain, snow-gum forest and rocky technical sections before finishing back around Thredbo Village, giving riders a style of riding that's difficult to replicate elsewhere in Australia. For riders searching for Thredbo MTB, Snowy Mountains mountain biking, lift-accessed MTB in Australia, downhill mountain biking NSW or alpine MTB trails, this is absolutely a destination to build a riding trip around. RTS Tip: Thredbo is a seasonal MTB destination and the park is currently closed following the 2025/26 summer season. Lift-accessed riding requires an MTB lift pass, although several of the village XC trails can be ridden without one. When planning for the next summer season, check the current trail map and resort status before travelling — alpine weather and maintenance can affect individual lifts and trails.

Thredbo Valley Trail (TVT) Thredbo Village to Lake Crackenback Resort: 16.7 km This upper section of the TVT is beginner to intermediate friendly consisting of easy flowing trail, iconic bridges crossing the Thredbo River, lush alpine scenery, and minimal steep climbing. Lake Crackenback to Gaden Trout Hatchery: 18.4 km The lower section of the TVT is best suited to intermediate and advanced riders due to its more technical single track, sustained climbs and remoteness. Total Distance (Full Trail): ~35 km (One-way) Ride Stats & Logistics You can ride back into Jindabyne from the trout hatchery via the lake trails Shuttles can be organised through local providers to service the TVT Other great rides in the area: Jindabyne lake trails and Thredbo MTB Park. Full facilities at Thredbo Village and Crackenback resort, check shop opening hours.

Tumut Mountain Bike Park offers a fun network of purpose-built trails close to town, making it an easy addition to a Snowy Valleys riding trip or a destination in its own right. The park features a mix of flowing singletrack, climbs, descents and technical sections, with trails catering for different abilities and plenty of opportunities to build skills or string together multiple laps. Surrounded by bushland and with a relaxed local-trail feel, it’s a great spot for riders looking to explore beyond the region’s better-known cycling destinations. RTS Tip: The compact network makes Tumut perfect for mixing and matching trails rather than sticking to a single loop. Take your first lap easy to learn the terrain and features, and check current local trail conditions before riding, particularly after wet weather.

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.

Warrimoo Downhill MTB Park, better known to many Sydney riders as “Crackers”, is a sanctioned gravity trail at St Ives Chase on Sydney’s North Shore. It’s a small network in terms of distance, but it’s designed specifically for riders looking for serious technical downhill terrain. The main attraction is a roughly 600m double-black-diamond downhill trail, accompanied by a dedicated return climbing route. Ku-ring-gai Council describes it as a world-class downhill experience intended for skilled and experienced riders, so this is definitely a case where trail length doesn’t reflect the challenge. Expect steep, technical and demanding riding, making use of the natural Sydney bushland and sandstone terrain. Unlike larger bike parks with dozens of trails, Warrimoo is essentially about lapping one challenging downhill line, climbing back to the top and going again. There is also a small beginner loop, providing an easier option away from the main double-black trail. The trail has an interesting history. Warrimoo originally existed as an informal MTB network known as Crackers, but was closed in 2017 due to concerns about the environmentally significant Coastal Upland Swamp and surrounding bushland. Council subsequently worked with riders, environmental specialists, trail builders and government agencies to develop a sustainable sanctioned downhill trail while protecting sensitive areas. Today the park is supported by the volunteer Moo Crew through Ku-ring-gai Council’s Trailcare program. Volunteers help with trail maintenance, rock armouring, erosion control and environmental work, helping keep one of Sydney’s relatively rare sanctioned downhill trails open. Access is from Warrimoo Avenue, St Ives Chase, with nearby Warrimoo Oval providing parking, toilets, drinking water, picnic facilities and other amenities. For riders searching for Warrimoo MTB, Crackers MTB, Sydney downhill trails, North Shore mountain biking or double-black MTB trails in Sydney, this is a short but seriously challenging trail worth knowing about. RTS Tip: Don’t underestimate Warrimoo because it’s only around 600m long — the main trail is double black and intended for experienced riders. The trail can also close following rain or for maintenance, so check its status before travelling and never ride when it’s signed closed.

Wedding Bells MTB Trails – Woolgoolga Wedding Bells State Forest is a dedicated mountain bike destination just north of Woolgoolga on the NSW Coffs Coast, offering a gravity-focused network of fast, flowing and technical singletrack through around 250 hectares of State Forest. The network has around 12km of trails, with riding ranging from strong beginner through to advanced. All of the MTB trails are single-direction, with a mixture of natural technical terrain and machine-built flow, plus progressive jumps and features for riders wanting to step things up. Wedding Bells is particularly well known for its gravity-style riding. The forest has just under 100m of vertical elevation, so the fire-road climbs back to the top aren't huge, but clever trail design allows for descents of up to 3km. That makes it easy to spend a session climbing, descending and trying different lines rather than completing one traditional XC loop. Trails include names such as King Brown, Bangers & Mash, Blind Collab, Green Goblin, Dirt Serpent and Sinusoidal Tendencies, giving riders plenty to explore across the network. The trails are maintained by the Woolgoolga Mountain Bike Club, which also coordinates group rides, junior development, trail-building days and events. Wedding Bells has become an established race venue too, hosting gravity enduro and other MTB events on the Coffs Coast. Access is via Sherwood Creek Road, with the upper trailhead at the 4-Way at the top of Stuarts Road. Large trail maps are installed at both the upper and lower trailheads and individual trails are named and marked. There are no toilets or water at the trailhead, although the Arrawarra Rest Area is only around 2km away and has toilets, water and shaded tables. For riders searching for Wedding Bells MTB, Woolgoolga mountain bike trails, Coffs Coast MTB, gravity trails near Coffs Harbour or mountain biking on the NSW North Coast, this is definitely one to put on the ride list. RTS Tip: Wedding Bells is a great choice if you like earning your descents without a massive climb back up. With everything from approachable flow through to technical and jump-focused trails, there's plenty of progression available. Check current conditions with Woolgoolga MTB Club before travelling and stay off the trails if your tyres are leaving marks after rain.

Westleigh H2O MTB Park is a well-known mountain bike network in the bushland at Westleigh in Sydney’s north, long loved by local riders for its natural singletrack and technical riding. However, there’s an important update for the RTS card: the existing H2O trails are currently closed while the site is redeveloped into a formal, sanctioned MTB network. Historically, H2O developed as an unsanctioned community-built trail network on former Sydney Water land. The riding became particularly popular for its relatively compact network of natural trails, with rocky sandstone features, technical sections, tight singletrack and flowing lines giving it a distinctly North Shore Sydney MTB character. The exciting part is what comes next. Hornsby Shire Council has now commenced construction of the approved Westleigh Park MTB Trail Network. Specialist MTB trail builders have been appointed to construct and rehabilitate the trails, replacing or upgrading existing lines and building new connections while closing and rehabilitating trails through environmentally sensitive areas. Construction officially commenced in August 2026, initially with around 900m of access road, followed by construction of the MTB trails themselves. Council currently expects the new trail network to open in early 2027. The MTB network forms part of the much larger Westleigh Park redevelopment, a roughly 36-hectare recreation precinct planned to eventually include sporting fields, parkland, walking facilities, improved cycling and pedestrian access, parking and other community infrastructure. For riders searching for Westleigh H2O MTB, Westleigh mountain bike trails, Hornsby MTB, mountain biking in northern Sydney or Sydney North Shore MTB trails, this is definitely one to keep on the radar — the next version of H2O should be a very different proposition from the informal network riders have known for years. RTS Tip: Westleigh H2O is currently CLOSED. Hornsby Shire Council has closed all public access to Westleigh Park during construction, so the old trails should not be ridden. The new sanctioned MTB network is expected to open in early 2027. For riding nearby in the meantime, Council recommends the existing Hornsby Mountain Bike Trail at Old Man’s Valley.

Willans Hill is a large ridgeline running through the heart of Wagga Wagga, offering a network of natural multi-use trails and MTB riding only minutes from the centre of town. It’s a favourite local option for a quick ride, with trails weaving through dry eucalypt woodland across both the northern and southern sections of the hill. Rather than one defined MTB loop, Willans Hill contains a collection of interconnected tracks, allowing riders to create their own route depending on how far they want to ride and the level of difficulty they’re looking for. MTB Wagga notes that both ride length and difficulty vary considerably depending on the trails chosen. Expect natural cross-country-style riding, with undulating terrain, short climbs and descents and a mixture of wider tracks and narrower trails. It’s not a purpose-built gravity bike park, but its central location and variety make it particularly handy for beginner through to intermediate riders or anyone looking for a quick local MTB session. There are multiple ways into the network, with major access points near the Wagga Wagga Botanic Gardens and around the intersection of Lord Baden Powell Drive and Captain Cook Drive. MTB Wagga provides separate maps for the Willans Hill North and Willans Hill South trail areas. The setting is also worth taking your time to explore. Willans Hill Reserve contains dry eucalypt open woodland and forest and forms part of an important natural corridor stretching towards Pomingalarna Reserve and the Murrumbidgee River. Its elevated position also provides views across Wagga and the surrounding Riverina landscape. Willans Hill can also be incorporated into a much bigger ride around Wagga, with the wider trail system connecting into the Wiradjuri Trail, giving riders the option of linking Willans Hill with other areas around the city. For riders searching for Willans Hill MTB, Wagga Wagga mountain bike trails, Riverina MTB or cycling trails in Wagga, this is a convenient local network that's easy to add to a wider Wagga riding itinerary. RTS Tip: Willans Hill is best treated as an explore-and-link trail network rather than a single prescribed MTB loop. Download the North and South trail maps before riding and put together a route to suit your time and ability. If you’re visiting Wagga for a riding weekend, it pairs nicely with Pomingalarna Park, Silvalite Reserve and the Wiradjuri Trail.

Yellomundee MTB Park, is one of Western Sydney’s most established mountain biking destinations. Located at Hawkesbury Heights, around 8km north-west of Penrith, the park sits on the eastern escarpment of the Blue Mountains and offers a network of natural cross-country and gravity trails through classic sandstone bushland. The riding has a distinctly old-school, natural character. Expect rocky and rooty singletrack, sandstone features, loose surfaces, creek crossings, short punchy climbs and technical descents rather than smooth machine-built bike-park trails. NPWS specifically highlights the area south of Shaws Farm for its singletrack and trails catering to varying technical abilities. Yellomundee is particularly well known for cross-country riding and racing. The trail network allows riders to combine different sections into anything from a shorter social ride to longer XC laps, with the terrain providing plenty of climbing and descending along the way. Western Sydney Mountain Bike Club’s full XC race course averages around 6km per lap, with shorter modified courses used for junior racing. There’s also plenty here for riders who prefer the bike pointing downhill. Club events use the existing trail network for gravity racing, with timed stages focused on the more technical descending trails, making Yellomundee a great all-round venue rather than purely an XC network. A huge part of Yellomundee’s MTB history is its connection with Western Sydney Mountain Bike Club. The club maintains the MTB trails through regular volunteer trail-work days and uses the park for XC, gravity, social riding and racing, helping keep Yellomundee an important hub for Western Sydney’s mountain biking community. The main MTB access is from the Springwood Road/Hawkesbury Road area at Hawkesbury Heights, with parking at the trailhead. The wider Yellomundee Regional Park also includes lookouts, picnic areas and other recreational trails, with impressive views across the Nepean River and Western Sydney. For riders searching for Yellomundee MTB, Yello MTB, Western Sydney mountain bike trails, Penrith MTB or Blue Mountains cross-country riding, this is one of the region’s essential networks. RTS Tip: Yellomundee rewards riders who enjoy natural, technical MTB rather than manicured bike-park flow. The network has lots of intersections, so current mapping is useful for first-time visitors. Also check NPWS alerts before heading out — there is currently an alert affecting Yellomundee Regional Park, and access or individual areas can change due to hazard reduction, weather or maintenance.