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      The Dial Range has some great singletrack, including the epic Iron Tor trail all created and maintained by the Cradle Coast Mountain Bike Club. There are also plenty of old fire roads to explore out to the south of the Range. More singletrack is planned so watch this space
      Primary Trail Type: Cross-Country
      Shuttleable: YES
      Land Status: Community Forest
      Land Manager: Tasmanian Parks and Wildlife
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      Region Status
      Open as of Aug 28, 2026
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      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      24
      Trails Mountain Bike
      12
      Trails E-Bike
      13
      Trails Gravel Bike
      20
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      7
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      2
      Trails Horse
      6
      Trails Hike
      22
      Trails Trail Running
      22
      Trails Dirtbike/Moto
      6
      Trails ATV/ORV/OHV
      6
      Total Distance
      34 miles
      Total Descent Distance
      18 miles
      Total Descent
      11,672 ft
      Total Vertical
      2,098 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      2,172 ft
      Reports
      322
      Photos
      90
      Completed Counter
      2,970

      Popular Dial Range Mountain Biking Trails

      100 4.4 4 miles 533 ft 460
      The is the first official MTB trail in the Dial Range. At about 6km in length with easy grading, this trail is an awesome introduction to the Dial Range and can be ridden in combination with the trails of the Penguin MTB park. This...
      100 4.7 2 miles 114 ft 427
      is a bolder strewn, berm filled, adrenaline pumping descent that leads you back onto the from the and the climb trail. The Trail is a dark blue rated trail with black features. Caution is need for less experienced riders or sending it...
      100 4.0 2 miles 757 ft 396
      This trail takes you from the up to the intersection of the trail and the trail. It is a solid climb but the stunning views from the and awesome descent of will make it all worth while.
      95 3.0 564 ft 0 ft 358
      The View trail veers off the trail and climbs to a spectacular lookout. It then rejoins after descending off the high point.
      95 4.6 4,701 ft 335 ft 283
      The trail will lead you from the Climb and continue the climb to the Mount Dial Summit. Some of the best MTB trail views out to the west can be had from three lookouts along the trail as well at the view out to the east from the summit...
      5 0.0 0 ft 0 ft 1
      Less popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 0 ft blue climb. It features berm. Trail visibility is always easy to follow.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

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      Dial Range Mountain Bike Routes

      5 miles 1,162 ft 1 Out & Back Race
      A challenging climb and a super fast and fun descent. The descent is regularly used as a stage of the Tas...
      8 miles 1,530 ft 6
      10 miles 2,054 ft 8
      7 miles 1,043 ft 1
      5 miles 796 ft 1
      4 miles 619 ft 1

      Photos of Dial Range Mountain Bike

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      Videos of Dial Range Mountain Bike

      Van Dreamin Tasmania
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      6:17 | 126 | Sep 30, 2019
      Ironcliffe Ridge to Iron Tor Descent. Penguin,...
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      9:23 | 247 | Apr 19, 2023 , Penguin
      Ironcliffe Ridge to Iron Tor Descent. Penguin,...
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      trail: Iron Tor
      9:23 | 366 | Apr 19, 2023 , Penguin
      Iron Tor Descent
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      7:57 | 369 | Feb 8, 2023 , Penguin
      Iron Tor - Penguin MTB (Flat Tyre Half Way Down)
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      6:20 | 320 | Jan 26, 2023 , Penguin
      Ironcliffe Ridge
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      16:12 | 451 | Dec 12, 2020 , Penguin
      Iron Tor Part 1
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      4:16 | 638 | Dec 10, 2020 , Penguin
      Iron Tor Climb
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      18:59 | 401 | Dec 10, 2020 , Penguin

      Recent Trail Reports

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      Montgomery Loop
      Aug 29, 2026 @ 9:51am (Australia/Hobart)
      Aug 28, 2026
      IdealHike Riding great now. Fixed a berm on the...streddaz CCMBC
      Iron Tor view trail
      Aug 14, 2026 @ 2:52pm (Australia/Hobart)
      Aug 13, 2026
      IdealAll clear and recently prunedstreddaz CCMBC
      Iron Tor
      Aug 14, 2026 @ 2:52pm (Australia/Hobart)
      Aug 13, 2026
      VariableSome slippery spots but pretty good overallstreddaz CCMBC
      Iron Tor (Climb)
      Aug 14, 2026 @ 2:52pm (Australia/Hobart)
      Aug 13, 2026
      VariableRiding really well and just a bit damp in...streddaz CCMBC
      Ironcliffe Ridge
      Feb 8, 2026 @ 9:23am (Australia/Hobart)
      Feb 7, 2026
      IdealAll riding sweet after being blown clear...streddaz CCMBC
      Hales Road (Gnomon to Duncan carparks)
      Oct 4, 2025 @ 6:54am (Australia/Hobart)
      Oct 3, 2025
      VariableAll clear with the usual big puddlesstreddaz CCMBC
      Monty Short Link
      Sep 21, 2025 @ 12:29pm (Australia/Hobart)
      Sep 20, 2025
      VariableE-Bike All clearstreddaz CCMBC
      Dial Creek Track
      Dec 26, 2024 @ 10:09am
      Dec 26, 2024
      VariableE-Bike It’s getting pretty rough but you can...streddaz CCMBC
      Bannons Bridge Track
      Jul 29, 2024 @ 8:41pm
      Jul 29, 2024
      WetThe track is quite overgrown in places...streddaz CCMBC
      Dial Road
      May 11, 2024 @ 2:07am
      May 11, 2024
      IdealAll clear, a good solid and in places,...streddaz CCMBC

      Activity Feed

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      Aug 29, 2026 @ 1:11am
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      Jul 30, 2026 @ 7:10pm
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      Recent Comments

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      streddaztrailIroncliffe RidgeYou shouldn’t be riding the walking track...
      Mar 18, 2026 @ 11:42pm
      Mar 18, 2026
      streddaztrailIron TorIt definitely fits within the IMBA guidelines...
      Mar 18, 2026 @ 11:39pm
      Mar 18, 2026
      toqueridertrailIron TorExpect a rocky technical descent. The "blue"...
      Mar 18, 2026 @ 7:05pm
      Mar 18, 2026
      toqueridertrailIroncliffe RidgeRocky and brutish. Except for the steps, the...
      Mar 18, 2026 @ 6:59pm
      Mar 18, 2026
      jaydentassiemtbtrailIron TorUnreal track with great rock tech and optional...
      Feb 20, 2025 @ 11:07pm
      Feb 20, 2025

      Nearby Areas

      namedistance
      Penguin MTB Park 5 53.7 km
      Stubb's Road 3 29.2 km
      Kelcey Tier 11 9 314.7 km
      Winterbrook Falls Regional Reserve 118.2 km
      Wild Mersey 5 4 121.3 km

      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike1221 miles6,916 ft12 miles1,814 ft
      #4,926#2389032111,557
      E-Bike1321 miles7,234 ft12 miles1,814 ft
      #4,345#203293349
      Gravel Bike2030 miles10,945 ft17 miles2,100 ft
      #2,062#15910
      Adaptive Bike711 miles2,864 ft5 miles1,814 ft
      #2,060#15917
      Winter Fat Bike24 miles1,007 ft2 miles1,299 ft
      #2,062#159
      Horse616 miles4,147 ft8 miles1,814 ft
      #989#419
      Hike2233 miles11,352 ft17 miles2,100 ft
      #5,385#15130368
      Trail Running2233 miles11,352 ft17 miles2,100 ft
      #4,920#153303162
      Dirtbike/Moto616 miles4,147 ft8 miles1,814 ft
      #241#99
      ATV/ORV/OHV613 miles3,209 ft7 miles1,745 ft
      #158#99

      Frequently Asked Questions

      What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Dial Range?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Dial Range are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      What is the best time of the year to ride in Dial Range?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Dial Range are:
      • February (14 activities)
      • January (13 activities)
      • December (12 activities)
      Check the Dial Range reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      Where can I park to ride in Dial Range?
      There are 3 parking locations listed in Dial Range. 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 Dial Range?
      The longest trail in Dial Range is Montgomery Loop at 3.6 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Dial Range?
      How many trails are in Dial Range?
      Dial Range has a total of 24 trails. Of those, 12 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Dial Range to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      Which trail has the most elevation gain in Dial Range?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Dial Range is Iron Tor (Climb) with 757 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      Which trail has the most elevation descent in Dial Range?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Dial Range is Iron Tor with 806 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      What activities are most popular in Dial Range?
      Dial Range supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Dirtbiking, ATVing/Offroading.
      What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Dial Range?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Dial Range is Iron Tor (Climb) with an average grade of 7.6%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Dial Range?
      Yes, there are 5 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Dial Range. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
      Are the trails open in Dial Range?
      The overall region status for Dial Range is Clear / Green. Out of 15 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 13
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 1
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 1
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      Can I ride an ebike in Dial Range?
      Yes, Dial Range supports e-bike riding. There are 12 trails in Dial Range that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
      What type of bike is most common in Dial Range?
      Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Dial Range are:
      • AM (22 activities)
      • DH (1 activities)
      • XC (1 activities)
      Check the Dial Range activity logs for more details.
      What are the most popular Strava Segments in Dial Range?
      The most popular Strava segments in Dial Range are:
      • Lower Tee Tree section (2,058 athletes)
      • Where's the defib??? (2,056 athletes)
      • The first bit of the climb (1,944 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Dial Range.
      What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Dial Range?
      What are the best beginner ride trails in Dial Range?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Dial Range are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Dial Range.
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