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      Lysterfield 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, Trail Running, Gravel Biking and Adaptive Biking. Trails here are often flowy. Scenery includes lakes. Common trail features include berms, jumps and drops. Popular destinations include Lysterfield Park and Birdsland Reserve.
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      Region Details
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      Region Status
      Closed as of Nov 11, 2026
      Local Trail Association

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      68
      Trails Mountain Bike
      59
      Trails E-Bike
      58
      Trails Gravel Bike
      40
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      7
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      1
      Trails Hike
      47
      Trails Trail Running
      47
      Total Distance
      52 miles
      Total Descent
      6,325 ft
      Total Vertical
      565 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      778 ft
      Reports
      3,269
      Photos
      183
      Completed Counter
      53,346

      Sub Regions

      Popular Lysterfield Mountain Biking Trails

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      • 100 ★ 3.9 • 1 mile • 85 ft • 3,162 •
      Long fast twisting single track, with some jumps and obstacles, then weaves through open forest along contour towards Blair Witch.
      • 95 ★ 4.0 • 1,417 ft • 0 ft • 3,047 •
      Short fast flowing all weather trail with berms and jumps connecting Upper Blair Witch with the Skills Park and Dam Wall.
      • 95 ★ 3.7 • 2 miles • 345 ft • 2,988 •
      Short twisting single track, linking Middle Trail to Buckle Trail in the northern most area of the park.
      • 95 ★ 3.1 • 3,645 ft • 149 ft • 2,976 •
      Section of single track that links east-west across park from SMBC, through Red Gum forest to Lamberts Track.
      • 100 ★ 3.5 • 1,781 ft • 39 ft • 2,975 •
      Short twisting single track, linking Middle Trail to Buckle Trail in the northern most area of the park.
      • 100 ★ 4.2 • 2,021 ft • 0 ft • 2,948 •
      A (ONE WAY) short fast flowing descent trail linking Upper Buckle with Middle trail, with many fast corners and exposed tree roots.
      • 90 ★ 4.0 • 1 mile • 89 ft • 2,898 •
      Long twisting single track weaving through forest with a couple of switchback climbs and a tight technical twisting section north of Lamberts Track with some obstacles.
      • 95 ★ 4.0 • 1 mile • 155 ft • 2,750 •
      Fast flowing and twisting technical trail through dense Spotted Gum Forest with some obstacles.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

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      • 0 rides

      Yesterday

      • 34 rides
      Past Week
      • 96 rides

      Lysterfield Mountain Bike Routes

      4,065 ft • 6 ft • 2 • Point to Point •
      LDTR is in the processes of auditing trails for our Adaptive Mountain Bike users. This route has currently...
      ★ 5.0 • 9 miles • 778 ft • 8 •
      Easy clockwise loop i made for the girls. Beginner friendly. Blue trials
      ★ 3.7 • 13 miles • 1,285 ft • 15 • Loop •
      Average Difficulty Blue. The loop connects 15+ trails
      8 miles • 740 ft • 9 •
      Lystie loop avoiding initial climb
      16 miles • 1,833 ft • 12 • Loop •
      A mix of all trail types, Family friendly loop....
      13 miles • 1,398 ft • 8 • Loop •
      Lysterfield main trails and Com Games course

      Photos of Lysterfield Mountain Bike

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      Videos of Lysterfield Mountain Bike

      DOWN HILL STATE PARK
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      10:39 | | Feb 28, 2023
      Oscar Aneurysm Front Flip
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      trail: Aneurysm
      0:15 | 862 | Apr 10, 2021
      over the bars, broken wrist
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      trail: Aneurysm
      0:20 | | Apr 9, 2021
      Lysterfield MTB Park - Follow Me
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      trail: Follow Me
      2:26 | 713 | Feb 13, 2020
      LDTR - Trail Build Timelapse - Rock winching
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      0:23 | 808 | Oct 9, 2017
      LDTR - Trail Build Timelapse - Tree Chopping...
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      0:00 | 80 | Oct 9, 2017
      LDTR - Trail Build - Wall Ride Time Lapse
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      0:00 | 201 | Oct 9, 2017
      State Mountain Bike Course Descent
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      3:24 | 1178 | Jan 21, 2017

      Recent Trail Reports

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      Nov 14, 2026 @ 6:46pm
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      Nov 13, 2026 @ 8:53pm
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      Recent Comments

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      toddcyclestrailLower Blair WitchDon’t bother
      Nov 14, 2026 @ 6:46pm
      8 hours
      mesogyvertrailGranite Link TrailHi
      Aug 21, 2026 @ 4:52am
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      Noahbeggs3575trailAneurysmtop section getting maintenance (28 feb 26)
      Feb 27, 2026 @ 7:54pm
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      sVLJDPreportLower BuckleI
      Feb 5, 2026 @ 2:21am
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      LargeSedentaryMammalreportLower BuckleNot suppose to be all clear. Can’t seem to...
      Feb 1, 2026 @ 3:26am
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      Local Badges


      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike5946 miles5,741 ft23 miles564 ft
      #214#151763,2541582,054
      E-Bike5846 miles5,705 ft22 miles531 ft
      #766#5763,05257,984
      Gravel Bike4031 miles3,576 ft15 miles564 ft
      #616#3712290
      Adaptive Bike74 miles397 ft2 miles295 ft
      #1,109#3149712
      Winter Fat Bike12 miles105 ft2,897 ft102 ft
      #93#11
      Hike4735 miles4,091 ft17 miles528 ft
      #2,822#862,7931683
      Trail Running4735 miles4,091 ft17 miles528 ft
      #2,086#582,79211,719

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the best places to ride in Lysterfield?
      Lysterfield has 2 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Lysterfield?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Lysterfield are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      ▼ What is the best time of the year to ride in Lysterfield?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Lysterfield are:
      • January (546 activities)
      • March (458 activities)
      • April (455 activities)
      Check the Lysterfield reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Lysterfield?
      There are 10 parking locations listed in Lysterfield. 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 Lysterfield?
      The longest trail in Lysterfield is State Mountain Bike Course at 6.2 km. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Lysterfield?
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Lysterfield?
      The best trail running trails in Lysterfield are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
      ▼ How many trails are in Lysterfield?
      Lysterfield has a total of 68 trails. Of those, 59 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Lysterfield to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Lysterfield?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Lysterfield is State Mountain Bike Course with 160 m of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Lysterfield?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Lysterfield is State Mountain Bike Course with 159 m of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Lysterfield?
      Lysterfield supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running.
      ▼ What bike services are there in Lysterfield?
      The following bike services are available in Lysterfield:
      • Trail Association (1)
      Browse the full Lysterfield directory for details.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Lysterfield?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Lysterfield is Buckle Link with an average grade of 6.5%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Lysterfield?
      Yes, there are 1 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Lysterfield. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
      ▼ What trails have the biggest jumps in Lysterfield?
      The trails with the biggest jumps in Lysterfield are: Browse all mountain bike trails to find trails with jumps and technical features.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Lysterfield?
      The overall region status for Lysterfield is Closed. Out of 49 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 48
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 1
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ What are the trail conditions in Lysterfield?
      Based on trail reports from the past week in Lysterfield:
      • Ideal: 5 trails
      • Dry: 3 trails
      Check the Lysterfield trail status page for the most current conditions and recent trail reports.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Lysterfield?
      Yes, Lysterfield supports e-bike riding. There are 21 trails in Lysterfield 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 Lysterfield?
      ▼ What type of bike is most common in Lysterfield?
      Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Lysterfield are:
      • AM (300 activities)
      • Gravel (20 activities)
      • XC (19 activities)
      • RD (5 activities)
      • DH (2 activities)
      Check the Lysterfield activity logs for more details.
      ▼ What are the top sights to see in Lysterfield?
      There are 2 notable sights in Lysterfield. Some of the top sights include: Explore all points of interest in Lysterfield.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Lysterfield?
      The most popular Strava segments in Lysterfield are:
      • Race to the Start (22,622 athletes)
      • Full Snipe (21,748 athletes)
      • Jon's Root (21,310 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Lysterfield.
      ▼ Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Lysterfield?
      Yes, there are 7 accessible/adaptive trails in Lysterfield. View all adaptive trails in Lysterfield for specific accessibility information.
      ▼ Are there local clubs or events in Lysterfield?
      There are 1 local clubs or associations listed in the Lysterfield directory. Browse the local directory for details.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Lysterfield?
      The most popular mountain biking trails in Lysterfield are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Lysterfield?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Lysterfield are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Lysterfield.
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