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      Darwin trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, Trail Running, Hiking, Adaptive Biking, E-Biking and Winter Fat Biking. Trails here are often tight and twisty. Scenery includes coastal scenery. Common trail features include drops, jumps and berms. Many trails are family friendly. Amenities include restrooms and water sources. Popular destinations include Casuarina Coastal Reserve, Charles Darwin National Park and Berrimah Hill.
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      Region Status
      Open as of Sep 17, 2026
      Local Trail Association

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      51
      Trails Mountain Bike
      50
      Trails E-Bike
      2
      Trails Gravel Bike
      17
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      9
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      1
      Trails Hike
      20
      Trails Trail Running
      30
      Total Distance
      65 miles
      Total Descent
      3,049 ft
      Total Vertical
      134 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      136 ft
      Reports
      74
      Photos
      20
      Completed Counter
      6,240

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      Popular Darwin Mountain Biking Trails

      • 100 ★ 4.7 • 1 mile • 71 ft • 166 •
      Spitfire is a challenging trail for advanced riders with numerous technical trail features.
      • 70 ★ 3.0 • 3,329 ft • 55 ft • 149 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only. On average it takes 5 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 100 ★ 4.0 • 928 ft • 0 ft • 148 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used one direction. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.
      • 80 ★ 3.0 • 2,344 ft • 9 ft • 141 •
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used one direction. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 95 ★ 0.0 • 1 mile • 73 ft • 139 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used one direction and has a hard overall physical rating with a 73 ft blue climb. On average it takes 11 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 100 ★ 3.0 • 752 ft • 26 ft • 137 •
      Popular white difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.
      • 75 ★ 0.0 • 623 ft • 0 ft • 136 •
      A short punchy trail that's quite fast through tree cover. Beware as it merges with another trail. Good drop off to starts and some tight turns and an off camber rock and root section. Best fun available on the hill
      • 90 ★ 5.0 • 2 miles • 66 ft • 131 •
      An easy graded trail suitable for beginner/novice mountain bikers, familes and children. Some gentle gradients and minor obstacles.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

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      Darwin Mountain Bike Routes

      10 miles • 341 ft • 0 •
      A Loop trail using dirt 4WD tracks, Unsealed road & Beach riding, Note the beach riding section is only...

      Photos of Darwin Mountain Bike

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      Recent Trail Reports

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      Bren Trail
      Aug 18, 2025 @ 6:56pm
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      Dry Large tree down across trail, not quite...Happy-Slave
      World Cup Trail
      Aug 18, 2025 @ 6:54pm
      Aug 18, 2025
      Dry Large tree down across trail, blocking trailHappy-Slave
      Three Sisters
      Sep 24, 2024 @ 9:38am
      Sep 24, 2024
      DryNo grass at the moment due to fire. Very...Stevemcarthur84
      Spitfire
      Sep 24, 2024 @ 9:38am
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      DryStevemcarthur84
      UXO
      May 22, 2024 @ 11:03am
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      Liberator
      Jul 21, 2023 @ 7:21pm
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      Mole Hill
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      DrySteep up. Push hard.tirekicker
      Three Sisters
      Jul 21, 2023 @ 7:21pm
      Jul 21, 2023
      DryA couple of very tough problems on the...tirekicker
      Wirraway Loop
      Apr 1, 2023 @ 2:06am
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      Wirraway
      Apr 1, 2023 @ 9:06am
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      Recent Comments

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      fbCJrhreportThree SistersThe p You You
      Sep 21, 2024 @ 4:25pm
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      cfrancoeurtrailPumphouse ExpertThe pump house trails don’t seem to get...
      Aug 12, 2023 @ 6:48pm
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      cfrancoeurtrailPumphouse TrailGreat trail - arguably the best trail in the...
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      DustyheelstrailWorld Cup TrailTracks nice and moist after the early rain....
      Sep 3, 2022 @ 6:27pm
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      DustyheelstrailThree SistersSome tight sharp bends with loose rocks.
      Aug 27, 2022 @ 5:55pm
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      Local Badges


      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike5065 miles3,028 ft25 miles135 ft
      #2,036#921974115,386
      E-Bike21,818 ft98 ft1,699 ft52 ft
      #4,817#20643173
      Gravel Bike1735 miles1,132 ft13 miles125 ft
      #987#6910
      Adaptive Bike913 miles564 ft5 miles121 ft
      #1,915#65
      Winter Fat Bike11,079 ft30 ft564 ft26 ft
      #1,242#382
      Hike2024 miles1,158 ft10 miles128 ft
      #5,274#17252180
      Trail Running3055 miles1,959 ft21 miles135 ft
      #3,318#8552511

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the best places to ride in Darwin?
      Darwin has 5 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Darwin?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Darwin are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      ▼ What is the best time of the year to ride in Darwin?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Darwin are:
      • July (102 activities)
      • August (92 activities)
      • September (79 activities)
      Check the Darwin reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Darwin?
      There are 41 parking locations listed in Darwin. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
      ▼ What is the longest trail in Darwin?
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Darwin?
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Darwin?
      ▼ How many trails are in Darwin?
      Darwin has a total of 51 trails. Of those, 50 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Darwin to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Darwin?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Darwin is Tiger Brennan Bike Path with 103 m of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Darwin?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Darwin is Tiger Brennan Bike Path with 113 m of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Darwin?
      Darwin supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
      ▼ What bike services are there in Darwin?
      The following bike services are available in Darwin:
      • Trail Association (1)
      • Club (1)
      Browse the full Darwin directory for details.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Darwin?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Darwin is Seaview Track with an average grade of 3.4%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Darwin?
      Yes, there are 1 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Darwin. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Darwin?
      The overall region status for Darwin is Clear / Green. Out of 26 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 21
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 4
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 1
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Darwin?
      Yes, Darwin supports e-bike riding. There are 2 trails in Darwin that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Darwin?
      The most popular mountain biking routes in Darwin are: View all mountain biking routes in Darwin.
      ▼ What type of bike is most common in Darwin?
      Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Darwin are:
      • XC (3 activities)
      • DH (2 activities)
      Check the Darwin activity logs for more details.
      ▼ What is the highest summit in Darwin?
      The highest summit in Darwin is Pegunungan Wondiwoi at 2,174 m elevation.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Darwin?
      The most popular Strava segments in Darwin are:
      • Karama Klash (2,631 athletes)
      • Mueller to Amy Johnson (2,583 athletes)
      • VANDERLIN DUMP RISE (2,475 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Darwin.
      ▼ Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Darwin?
      Yes, there are 9 accessible/adaptive trails in Darwin. View all adaptive trails in Darwin for specific accessibility information.
      ▼ Are there local clubs or events in Darwin?
      There are 2 local clubs or associations listed in the Darwin directory. Browse the local directory for details.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Darwin?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Darwin?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Darwin are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Darwin.
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