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SaveArmidale trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has mapped hundreds of trails in this region. Supported activity types include Trail Running, Mountain Biking, Hiking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking and Winter Fat Biking. Trails here are often tight and twisty, faint trail and flowy. Scenery includes views, creeks and summits. Common trail features include berms, jumps and skinnies. Many trails are family friendly. Amenities include restrooms and water sources. Popular destinations include Armidale State Forest (Piney), SportUNE MTB Trails and Oxley Wilds River National Park.
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- Mountain Bike
138 trails
- E-Bike
50 trails
- Gravel Bike
29 trails
- Adaptive Bike
22 trails
- Winter Fat Bike
7 trails
- Hike
133 trails
- Trail Running
142 trails
Region Details
- 24
- 61
- 46
- 7
Region Status
Open as of 1 day
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 154
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 138
- Trails E-Bike
- 50
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 29
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 22
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 7
- Trails Hike
- 133
- Trails Trail Running
- 142
- Total Distance
- 75 miles
- Total Descent
- 13,855 ft
- Total Vertical
- 2,978 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 4,603 ft
- Reports
- 3,656
- Photos
- 58
- Completed Counter
- 10,714
Sub Regions
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Armidale State Forest (Piney)
- 34
- 25
- 2
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Fat Tyre Farm
- 5
- 8
- 1
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Kookaburra Crest
- 1
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Oxley Wilds River National Park
- 1
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Robbers Run
- 2
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SportUNE MTB Trails
- 21
- 8
- 4
Popular Armidale Mountain Biking Trails
• 95 ★ 5.0 • 1,637 ft • 19 ft • 215 •
Ivy League is the starting trail leading off from the trailhead. A nice straight forward and fun trail with some twists and bends, suitable for all rider levels.
• 95 ★ 5.0 • 909 ft • 2 ft • 212 •
Zot Views runs along the southern edge of the pine plantation and is an easy and relatively flat trail with water views over Lake Zot. Nothing hard here.
• 95 ★ 5.0 • 1,526 ft • 107 ft • 203 •
Final section of the track leading back to the trail head. Nice open section of track with one final fence crossing that, as the name suggests, allows you to go flat out...
• 85 ★ 3.0 • 488 ft • 0 ft • 199 •
A short section of flow track where Mars Attacks rejoins Kermit. This trail consists of a series of 7 berms on either side of Kermit trail, allowing riders to swap from side to side. A fun and flowy section of trail.
• 90 ★ 5.0 • 423 ft • 0 ft • 197 •
For those that don't like berms, this trail acts as a B-line for Wiamea Bay. Slightly steeper downhill but straight forward.
• 85 ★ 4.0 • 5,092 ft • 43 ft • 190 •
Poplars is a great set of trails. Access requires crossing the fence knock-over before dropping up and down along the creek. The trail turns into a very tight and twisty section thru the trees. This section requires some good bike...
• 100 ★ 4.0 • 3,675 ft • 141 ft • 175 •
While the track is a straight forward ride, the climbing on this one makes it just a bit tougher. The climb is constant to the top afer which there are a series of great berms as you drop back down onto Kermit.
• 90 ★ 4.0 • 554 ft • 20 ft • 173 •
A short, sharp and tricky trail with a couple of rock drops and a steep punchy climb to the lone pine.
Armidale Mountain Bike Routes
Kermit Featured
1 mile • 103 ft • 7 • Loop •
Kermit is an easy graded loop named for beginners. The loop is well marked by signs and easy to follow....
3 miles • 221 ft • 7 • Loop •
A ~5km loop covering the open trails accessible from the Pine Forest Road Carpark.
WEMBO 2023 Race Route Featured
9 miles • 933 ft • 24 • Loop • Race •
This is the race route for the 2023 WEMBO World Championships, to be run in 4-5 November 2023. Course is...
5 miles • 283 ft • 14 • Loop • Race •
Route for the 6Hrs In the Piney
4 miles • 389 ft • 10 • Loop • Race •
This is the shorter race loop for non-categorised, social riders and U13 NIXCs riders for the 2023 Winter...
Photos of Armidale Mountain Bike
Videos of Armidale Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| dsymons | add | report | activity #107506637 | Nov 9, 2026 @ 1:30pm 19 hours |
| bren0 | wishlist | route | activity #107379315 | Nov 7, 2026 @ 2:01pm 3 days |
| Jmcorist | wishlist | route | activity #106886995 | Oct 30, 2026 @ 2:45pm Oct 30, 2026 |
| ja-har | add | trail | activity #105255430 | Oct 4, 2026 @ 10:01pm Oct 4, 2026 |
| Addzz | add | route | activity #105081110 | Oct 2, 2026 @ 10:03pm Oct 2, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| report | Still raw but drying out & bedding in nicely | Aug 10, 2024 @ 1:54am Aug 10, 2024 | ||
| trail | Some trail are in ok condition | Mar 16, 2022 @ 4:54pm Mar 16, 2022 | ||
| trail | Nothing here is rideable. 2yrs minimum since... | Mar 25, 2021 @ 2:16am Mar 25, 2021 | ||
| trail | Fat Tyre Farm is no longer in use. Visited... | Mar 25, 2021 @ 2:10am Mar 25, 2021 | ||
| trail | These trails are no longer usable. No upkeep,... | Mar 25, 2021 @ 2:00am Mar 25, 2021 |
Local Badges
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The Great Gonzo64 awarded -
Kermit84 awarded -
Big Ride 30k1,496 awarded -
Descent 100k Badge5 awarded -
Epic Ride 50k546 awarded -
Top 10 Trails79 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 | 138 | 56 miles | 8,022 ft | 26 miles | 1,598 ft | #837 | #43 | 54 | 3,656 | 27 | 7,665 | |
| E-Bike | 50 | 16 miles | 1,850 ft | 7 miles | 282 ft | #3,676 | #160 | 3,287 | 12 | 78 | ||
| Gravel Bike | 29 | 23 miles | 2,759 ft | 10 miles | 1,598 ft | #1,584 | #70 | 176 | 1 | 59 | ||
| Adaptive Bike | 22 | 15 miles | 2,162 ft | 7 miles | 1,598 ft | #1,939 | #68 | 216 | 1 | |||
| Winter Fat Bike | 7 | 1 mile | 85 ft | 1,654 ft | 148 ft | #1,474 | #51 | 91 | ||||
| Hike | 133 | 64 miles | 12,037 ft | 32 miles | 2,979 ft | #2,436 | #74 | 4 | 3,613 | 236 | ||
| Trail Running | 142 | 70 miles | 12,808 ft | 34 miles | 2,979 ft | #1,950 | #54 | 3,627 | 1 | 195 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Armidale?
Armidale has 8 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Armidale?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Armidale are:
- Ding-Wit (4.4/5)
- Big Dog's Den (4.3/5)
- Kookaburra Crest Track (4.2/5)
- Creekside (4.2/5)
- Iwata (4.1/5)
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Where can I park to ride in Armidale?
There are 20 parking locations listed in Armidale. 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 Armidale?
The longest trail in Armidale is Gonzo at 2.1 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Armidale?
The best hiking trails in Armidale are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Armidale?
Armidale has a total of 154 trails. Of those, 138 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Armidale to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Armidale?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Armidale is Gonzo with 227 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Armidale?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Armidale is Robbers Run with 533 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Armidale?
Armidale supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What bike services are there in Armidale?
The following bike services are available in Armidale:
- Trail Association (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Armidale?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Armidale is Hamburger Hill with an average grade of 7.3%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Armidale?
Yes, there are 20 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Armidale. 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 Armidale?
Out of 114 trails:
- Clear / Green: 60
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 3
- Significant Issue / Amber: 43
- Closed: 8
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What are the trail conditions in Armidale?
Based on trail reports from the past week in Armidale:
- Dry: 1 trail
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Can I ride an ebike in Armidale?
Yes, Armidale supports e-bike riding. There are 51 trails in Armidale 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 Armidale?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Armidale are: View all mountain biking routes in Armidale.
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What is the highest summit in Armidale?
The highest summit in Armidale is Round Mountain at 5,190 ft elevation.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Armidale?
The most popular Strava segments in Armidale are:
- COGNITION (1,373 athletes)
- BDD Race track (1,322 athletes)
- Snakes and ladders (1,308 athletes)
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What are some popular technical trail features in Armidale?
There are 22 technical trail features (TTFs) in Armidale. Some popular features include:
- Ivy League Knock-over (A-Frame)
- Iwatta Blind Crest (Other)
- Granny Flats (Roller Coaster)
- Iwatta Gap Jump (Jump)
- The Gulch (Drop)
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What trails are closed in Armidale?
There are currently 8 closed trails in Armidale. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
- Clear / Green: 60
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 3
- Significant Issue / Amber: 43
- Closed: 8
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Armidale?
Yes, there are 16 accessible/adaptive trails in Armidale. View all adaptive trails in Armidale for specific accessibility information.
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Are there local clubs or events in Armidale?
There are 1 local clubs or associations listed in the Armidale directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Armidale?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Armidale are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Armidale?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Armidale are:
- Gonzo (4.5/5)
- Dirt Crits Link (4/5)
- Big Dog's Den (5/5)
Activities
Trails
Points of Interest
- The Penstock Viewpoint
- Main Falls Lookout Viewpoint
- Gorge Lookout Viewpoint
- Edgars Lookout Viewpoint
- Too Many Beers Skinny TTF
- The Roller TTF
- The Second Long Bridge TTF
- The Long Bridge TTF
- Wollomombi Campground Camping
- Long Point Camping Area
- Round Mountain (5,190 ft)
- Ben Lomond (4,961 ft)
- The Brothers (4,918 ft)
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