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      Kinglake trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has shared hundreds of photos from this region. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking and Trail Running. Popular destinations include Bowden Spur Mountain Bike Area.
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      Region Status
      Open as of Jun 14, 2025

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      7
      Trails Mountain Bike
      6
      Trails E-Bike
      6
      Trails Gravel Bike
      3
      Trails Hike
      6
      Trails Trail Running
      6
      Total Distance
      7 miles
      Total Descent Distance
      4 miles
      Total Descent
      1,651 ft
      Total Vertical
      1,332 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      1,985 ft
      Reports
      13
      Photos
      208
      Completed Counter
      826

      Articles

      Video: Kona Factory Team Australia at Kinglake - VDHS Round 3
      Dec 3, 2012 from pinkbike.com
      Jumps. Big jumps. At high speed...
      Sub Regions

      Popular Kinglake Mountain Biking Trails

      100 4.7 1 mile 2 ft 141
      Track is not for the faint-hearted. The trail navigates very challenging terrain, steep gradients and frequent obstacles, earning it the extremely difficult rating of Double Black Diamond. The trail is best tackled by experienced...

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

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      Kinglake Mountain Bike Routes

      3.0 15 miles 1,400 ft 0 Loop
      Great track with some steep inclines & declines! Be prepared to work those legs! Access from...

      Photos of Kinglake Mountain Bike

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      Feb 23, 2013 @ 6:26pm
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      Dec 14, 2012 @ 2:51pm
      Dec 14, 2012

      Videos of Kinglake Mountain Bike

      Brenton Blakis Rides Kinglake
      mtb
      trail: Shepherds
      0:00 | 1327 | Jul 15, 2014
      2012 -2013 VDHS - Kinglake
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      trail: Shepherds
      11:44 | 270 | Apr 23, 2013
      youtuber From The Ashes They Rose
      mtb
      2:30 | 130 | Sep 2, 2010 , Kinglake
      youtuber Bowden Spur Mountain Bike Area - Shepherds
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      trail: Shepherds
      4:28 | 331 | Sep 13, 2025 , Kinglake

      Recent Trail Reports

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      Shepherds
      Jun 14, 2025 @ 11:48am
      Jun 14, 2025
      VariableA few puddles about and a little slick in...groundwalker

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      Jul 30, 2026 @ 3:12am
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      Feb 28, 2026 @ 6:05am
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      Recent Comments

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      Justyn2S4WGYtrailShepherdsYeah probably a black but sick trail
      Jun 24, 2024 @ 11:13pm
      Jun 24, 2024
      FearntrailShepherdsRan it 6 times today and it was perfect...
      Jun 29, 2023 @ 4:57pm
      Jun 29, 2023
      LucasPeppastrailShepherdsAbsolutely love the run, I’d be happy...
      May 7, 2022 @ 5:09am
      May 7, 2022
      RooRidertrailShepherdsIs there any group or club of local riders in...
      Jul 10, 2021 @ 4:24pm
      Jul 10, 2021
      NotVeryFastreportShepherdsFrom what I remember it was whatever club...
      May 17, 2020 @ 5:51am
      May 17, 2020

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      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike66 miles1,588 ft4 miles1,332 ft
      #5,206#191208131981
      E-Bike66 miles1,588 ft4 miles1,332 ft
      #5,329#2299177
      Gravel Bike33 miles305 ft1 mile361 ft
      #7,366#2189
      Hike66 miles873 ft3 miles436 ft
      #8,641#2944127
      Trail Running66 miles873 ft3 miles436 ft
      #8,250#271414

      Frequently Asked Questions

      What are the best places to ride in Kinglake?
      Kinglake has 1 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Kinglake?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Kinglake are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      What is the best time of the year to ride in Kinglake?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Kinglake are:
      • October (5 activities)
      • April (3 activities)
      • August (3 activities)
      Check the Kinglake reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      Where can I park to ride in Kinglake?
      There are 1 parking locations listed in Kinglake. The most popular parking spots are:
      What is the longest trail in Kinglake?
      The longest trail in Kinglake is KL230 Trail at 2.3 km. View all trails sorted by distance.
      What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Kinglake?
      The best hiking trails in Kinglake are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
      How many trails are in Kinglake?
      Kinglake has a total of 7 trails. Of those, 6 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Kinglake to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      Which trail has the most elevation gain in Kinglake?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Kinglake is Throme Room with 39 m of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      Which trail has the most elevation descent in Kinglake?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Kinglake is KL230 Trail with 251 m of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      What activities are most popular in Kinglake?
      Kinglake supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
      Are the trails open in Kinglake?
      Out of 1 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 1
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      Can I ride an ebike in Kinglake?
      Yes, Kinglake supports e-bike riding. There are 4 trails in Kinglake 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 Kinglake?
      The most popular mountain biking routes in Kinglake are: View all mountain biking routes in Kinglake.
      What type of bike is most common in Kinglake?
      Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Kinglake are:
      • AM (3 activities)
      Check the Kinglake activity logs for more details.
      What is the highest summit in Kinglake?
      The highest summit in Kinglake is Andrew Hill at 640 m elevation.
      What are the most popular Strava Segments in Kinglake?
      The most popular Strava segments in Kinglake are:
      • Kingers Dh From 10 metres in from start line (1,466 athletes)
      • KL_Filos_Section2 (893 athletes)
      • KL_Filos_Section1 (870 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Kinglake.
      What are some popular technical trail features in Kinglake?
      There are 11 technical trail features (TTFs) in Kinglake. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in Kinglake.
      What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Kinglake?
      The most popular mountain biking trails in Kinglake are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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