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SaveArarat trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Trail Running, Hiking, Mountain Biking, E-Biking and Adaptive Biking. Trails here are often faint trail and flowy. Scenery includes historic sites and creeks. Common trail features include jumps, berms and drops. Many trails are family friendly. Amenities include shuttle access. Popular destinations include Ararat Hills McDonalds Park, Langi Ghiran State Park and The Common.
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- Mountain Bike
37 trails
- E-Bike
10 trails
- Adaptive Bike
1 trails
- Hike
40 trails
- Trail Running
41 trails
Region Details
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- 21
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Region Status
Open as of Jun 26, 2026Local Trail Association
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 44
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 37
- Trails E-Bike
- 10
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 4
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 1
- Trails Hike
- 40
- Trails Trail Running
- 41
- Trails Observed Trials
- 1
- Total Distance
- 40 miles
- Total Descent
- 4,052 ft
- Total Vertical
- 987 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 1,870 ft
- Reports
- 166
- Photos
- 33
- Completed Counter
- 1,596
Sub Regions
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Ararat Hills McDonalds Park
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- 4
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The Common
- 1
Popular Ararat Mountain Biking Trails
• 65 ★ 3.0 • 545 ft • 0 ft • 81 •
A short trail that can be thrown in the mix. It has a nice ramp jump with a B-Line for the non jumpers.
• 95 ★ 4.0 • 2,470 ft • 85 ft • 71 •
This trail starts with a big drop and steep climb out of a dry creek and then you can enjoy a very technical log ride. The trail is primarily uphill and weaves around trees and some mounds formed by disused mine shafts. It pops out...
• 95 ★ 3.0 • 1,224 ft • 0 ft • 69 •
A short and fast trail usually ridden downhill to take on the jump and the timber drop-off structure.
• 70 ★ 3.0 • 3,293 ft • 0 ft • 65 •
A fast flowing trail that has a series of timber ramp jumps and B-Lines for the non-Jumpers. A great place to learn how to get some air.
• 100 ★ 5.0 • 550 ft • 6 ft • 64 •
A fast free flowing ride with some easy timber ramp jumps at the start (with B Lines) and then gravel mounds dodging around shallow mine shafts and gum trees. Great fun! You will want to repeat it over and over again! A short loop - 1.7kms
• 45 ★ 4.0 • 6 miles • 447 ft • 62 •
Nice free flowing single track with bushland, a few steep pinch climbs, a few jumps and winding around a few shallow mine shafts (all safe)
• 85 ★ 5.0 • 1,751 ft • 38 ft • 61 •
As the name suggests, a nice flowing trail that has lots of undulations or mounds from disused mine shafts. Lots of fun!
Ararat Mountain Bike Routes
★ 4.0 • 3 miles • 240 ft • 0 •
This loop trail is mainly single-track with some fire-trail to connect the single-track. There are some...
1 mile • 82 ft • 0 •
A fast free flowing ride with some easy timber ramp jumps at the start (with B Lines) and then gravel...
2 miles • 154 ft • 0 •
This single track trail is one of our best! It has some nice climbs and descents weaving through bushland....
5 miles • 410 ft • 0 •
Nice free flowing single track with bushland, a few steep pinch climbs, a few jumps and winding around a...
Photos of Ararat Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| Mine Maze | Jun 27, 2026 @ 9:25am (Australia/Melbourne) Jun 26, 2026 | Ideal | africanjames | ||
| Pommy Git | Jun 27, 2026 @ 9:25am (Australia/Melbourne) Jun 26, 2026 | Ideal | africanjames | ||
| Brushes Tail | Jun 27, 2026 @ 9:25am (Australia/Melbourne) Jun 26, 2026 | Variable | africanjames | ||
| BrushTail Twister | Jun 27, 2026 @ 9:25am (Australia/Melbourne) Jun 26, 2026 | Variable | africanjames | ||
| Oh Flow Me | Jun 27, 2026 @ 9:25am (Australia/Melbourne) Jun 26, 2026 | Ideal | africanjames | ||
| Martys Track | Jun 27, 2026 @ 9:25am (Australia/Melbourne) Jun 26, 2026 | Ideal | africanjames | ||
| Devil's Cut | Jun 27, 2026 @ 9:25am (Australia/Melbourne) Jun 26, 2026 | Variable | africanjames | ||
| Down Down | Nov 30, 2025 @ 11:00am (Australia/Melbourne) Nov 29, 2025 | Unknown | Pauls35BHL | ||
| The Common | Jan 16, 2024 @ 4:58pm Jan 16, 2024 | Variable | sunburntnong | ||
| Peter's Track | Jun 22, 2019 @ 4:33pm Jun 22, 2019 | Dry | Bolwarra53 |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jasnze1fh | wishlist | trail | activity #100385786 | Jul 30, 2026 @ 7:18pm Jul 30, 2026 |
| africanjames | add | report | activity #97945658 and 6 more | Jun 27, 2026 @ 4:27pm Jun 27, 2026 |
| UQ8LYn | comment | trail | activity #96344150 | Jun 5, 2026 @ 11:13pm Jun 5, 2026 |
| StuartKzADp7 | wishlist | region | activity #91627147 | Mar 30, 2026 @ 7:59pm Mar 30, 2026 |
| blakey72 | wishlist | region | activity #90767950 | Mar 17, 2026 @ 3:59pm Mar 17, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| trail | New rifle range fence means you can’t ride... | Jun 5, 2026 @ 11:13pm Jun 5, 2026 | ||
| trail | The trail is opened short and fun takes you... | May 5, 2024 @ 6:10pm May 5, 2024 | ||
| trail | First time riding the trail and as mentioned... | Apr 1, 2024 @ 3:44pm Apr 1, 2024 | ||
| trail | Would recommend doing the single track going... | Jan 11, 2024 @ 6:56pm Jan 11, 2024 | ||
| report | Perfect warm and humid riding. Dry track. Some... | Jan 5, 2022 @ 11:32pm Jan 5, 2022 |
Local Badges
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10 Blue Trails33 awarded -
Epic Ride Climb 2k18 awarded -
Climbing 10k Badge16 awarded -
Climbing 100k Badge2 awarded -
Completionist3 awarded -
Epic Ride Descent 2k18 awarded
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
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| Mountain Bike | 37 | 34 miles | 3,176 ft | 14 miles | 961 ft | #3,667 | #144 | 33 | 166 | 4 | 4,906 | |
| E-Bike | 10 | 15 miles | 1,460 ft | 7 miles | 827 ft | #4,892 | #212 | 137 | 371 | |||
| Gravel Bike | 4 | 3 miles | 75 ft | 2,858 ft | 692 ft | #1,522 | #104 | 1 | ||||
| Adaptive Bike | 1 | 2,723 ft | 59 ft | 1,916 ft | 59 ft | #3,894 | #159 | 4 | ||||
| Hike | 40 | 32 miles | 2,900 ft | 12 miles | 988 ft | #5,225 | #172 | 152 | 524 | |||
| Trail Running | 41 | 33 miles | 3,455 ft | 13 miles | 988 ft | #4,833 | #156 | 153 | 198 | |||
| Observed Trials | 1 | 8 miles | 443 ft | 3 miles | 171 ft | #19 | #1 | 3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Ararat?
Ararat has 3 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Ararat?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Ararat are:
- Oh Flow Me Loop (4.2/5)
- Descend the Devil (4.2/5)
- Crebbins (4.1/5)
- Oh Flow Me (4.1/5)
- BrushTail Twister (4.1/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Ararat?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Ararat are:
- April (11 activities)
- June (10 activities)
- September (9 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Ararat?
There are 4 parking locations listed in Ararat. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
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What is the longest trail in Ararat?
The longest trail in Ararat is The Common at 8.2 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Ararat?
The best hiking trails in Ararat are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Ararat?
Ararat has a total of 44 trails. Of those, 37 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Ararat to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Ararat?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Ararat is Boronia Trail with 522 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Ararat?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Ararat is Snake Hill Dh with 553 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Ararat?
Ararat supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Adaptive Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What bike services are there in Ararat?
The following bike services are available in Ararat:
- Trail Association (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Ararat?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Ararat is Reservoir Track with an average grade of 6%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Ararat?
Yes, there are 1 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Ararat. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
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Are the trails open in Ararat?
Out of 25 trails:
- Clear / Green: 21
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 2
- Significant Issue / Amber: 2
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Can I ride an ebike in Ararat?
Yes, Ararat supports e-bike riding. There are 10 trails in Ararat that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Ararat?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Ararat are: View all mountain biking routes in Ararat.
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What type of bike is most common in Ararat?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Ararat are:
- AM (3 activities)
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What is the highest summit in Ararat?
The highest summit in Ararat is Mount William at 3,816 ft elevation.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Ararat?
The most popular Strava segments in Ararat are:
- Exit stage left (242 athletes)
- Sidewinder (new) (204 athletes)
- Reverse Flow Me (173 athletes)
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What are some popular technical trail features in Ararat?
There are 1 technical trail features (TTFs) in Ararat. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in Ararat.
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Ararat?
Yes, there are 1 accessible/adaptive trails in Ararat. View all adaptive trails in Ararat for specific accessibility information.
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Are there local clubs or events in Ararat?
There are 1 local clubs or associations listed in the Ararat directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Ararat?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Ararat are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Ararat?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Ararat are:
- Oh Flow Me (5/5)
- Sidewinder (4/5)
- Duck and Weave (4/5)
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