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SaveMelrose 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, Hiking, Trail Running, Gravel Biking, E-Biking, Adaptive Biking, Horseback and Winter Fat Biking. Trails here are often rail trail, flowy and faint trail. Scenery includes views, creeks and summits. Common trail features include berms, rock gardens and jumps. Many trails are family friendly. Amenities include restrooms and water sources. Popular destinations include Melrose Town Trails, Mount Remarkable National Park and Willowie Forest.
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- Mountain Bike
56 trails
- E-Bike
28 trails
- Gravel Bike
30 trails
- Adaptive Bike
14 trails
- Winter Fat Bike
2 trails
- Horse
3 trails
- Hike
44 trails
- Trail Running
44 trails
Region Details
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Region Status
Open as of Oct 27, 2026Local Trail Association
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 78
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 56
- Trails E-Bike
- 28
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 30
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 14
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 2
- Trails Horse
- 3
- Trails Hike
- 44
- Trails Trail Running
- 44
- Total Distance
- 169 miles
- Total Descent
- 21,493 ft
- Total Vertical
- 2,801 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 3,153 ft
- Reports
- 277
- Photos
- 129
- Completed Counter
- 15,807
Sub Regions
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Melrose Town Trails
- 1
- 5
- 13
- 10
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Mount Remarkable National Park
- 6
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Willowie Forest
- 4
- 4
Popular Melrose Mountain Biking Trails
• 95 ★ 4.6 • 4 miles • 385 ft • 538 •
If you only ride one trail in Melrose, make it Dodging Bullets! Since the initial line was put in during 2008 this trail has been on a constant path of development since with many extension, realignments and changes. Featuring the...
• 100 ★ 3.4 • 728 ft • 0 ft • 500 •
Race your mates side by side on our dual slalom track. Great way to finish a day of riding with some head to head racing. Please pick a lane and stay in it!
• 90 ★ 2.8 • 1,745 ft • 0 ft • 493 •
An ancient walking trail that has been embellished by mountain bikers. Take a ride along the creek on this picturesque and cruisy trail keeping an eye out for the chooks, ducks, geese and pheasants that gave it it's name. There are...
• 95 ★ 4.2 • 3,248 ft • 30 ft • 451 •
A nice single track meander along the creek to access the southern side of the network. There are swimming holes along the way.
• 100 ★ 3.4 • 505 ft • 31 ft • 414 •
A short link trail joining the two saddles in the centre of the network.
• 95 ★ 3.0 • 3,256 ft • 33 ft • 412 •
Smooth link trail/path to the showgrounds and rail trail
• 90 ★ 4.4 • 3,508 ft • 187 ft • 360 •
Hellrose is the Highest track on the main mountain, reaching about 500m. Hellrose marks the start of the Mini D downhill trail that starts at the start of Hellrose's downhill part and finishes at the bottom of Greener Pastures. Hellrose...
• 70 ★ 4.0 • 1,783 ft • 74 ft • 357 •
Single track shared use access to the monument. UP only for bikes.
Melrose Mountain Bike Routes
Remarkable Epic Trail Featured
★ 5.0 • 24 miles • 3,651 ft • 6 • Loop •
The Remarkable Epic Trail route is the premier South Australian backcountry experience and explores remote...
16 miles • 2,899 ft • 4 • Loop •
The shorter version of the Epic, featuring the Bale Out descent! Add in extra trails in Willowie or head...
76 miles • 3,242 ft • 1 • Loop •
120 km Gravel Grind route ex Melrose First refreshment stop for food and water at the 50km: Julia's...
43 miles • 5,925 ft • 13 • Loop •
Just asking questions. 25 characters
38 miles • 5,330 ft • 17 • Loop •
Photos of Melrose Mountain Bike
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Recent Trail Reports
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MTBchicky | update | trail | activity #107576008 | Nov 10, 2026 @ 8:47pm 2 days |
| sHg6Uu | wishlist | trail | activity #107530230 | Nov 10, 2026 @ 3:07am 3 days |
| Ackoblaster | update | region | activity #107509064 | Nov 9, 2026 @ 2:16pm Nov 9, 2026 |
| RyanTheRiderInAdelaide | wishlist | trail | activity #107162679 | Nov 3, 2026 @ 8:51pm Nov 3, 2026 |
| mattmalabanan | update | trail | activity #107159527 and 1 more | Nov 3, 2026 @ 6:23pm Nov 3, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| trail | Quite rocky and mostly uphill but we used it... | Oct 7, 2025 @ 4:51am Oct 7, 2025 | ||
| trail | There’s a nice hut up the top of the track... | Oct 7, 2025 @ 4:48am Oct 7, 2025 | ||
| trail | Edit: we used it as a way to Throwing Copper... | Oct 7, 2025 @ 4:41am Oct 7, 2025 | ||
| trail | Relatively narrow single track and mostly... | Oct 7, 2025 @ 4:34am Oct 7, 2025 | ||
| trail | Good quality long and straight stretch to... | Oct 6, 2025 @ 7:49pm Oct 6, 2025 |
Local Badges
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10 Blue Trails211 awarded -
10 Black Trails139 awarded -
Epic Ride Climb 2k24 awarded -
Climbing 10k Badge26 awarded -
Climbing 100k Badge0 awarded -
Epic Ride Descent 2k27 awarded
Bike & Skill Parks
| name | type | city | rating |
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| Melrose Caravan Park Pump Track/Skills Area | skill park | Melrose |
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 | 56 | 113 miles | 12,457 ft | 53 miles | 2,201 ft | #1,140 | #61 | 127 | 277 | 13 | 5,590 | |
| E-Bike | 28 | 86 miles | 7,805 ft | 41 miles | 1,821 ft | #509 | #47 | 246 | 10 | 1,494 | ||
| Gravel Bike | 30 | 83 miles | 5,666 ft | 36 miles | 2,201 ft | #399 | #22 | 15 | 5 | 14 | ||
| Adaptive Bike | 14 | 51 miles | 2,418 ft | 25 miles | 1,089 ft | #418 | #17 | 22 | ||||
| Winter Fat Bike | 2 | 2 miles | 276 ft | 4,974 ft | 476 ft | #481 | #17 | 12 | ||||
| Horse | 3 | 2 miles | 213 ft | 2,890 ft | 407 ft | #603 | #29 | 22 | ||||
| Hike | 44 | 116 miles | 11,896 ft | 56 miles | 2,802 ft | #1,450 | #50 | 1 | 219 | 411 | ||
| Trail Running | 44 | 116 miles | 11,896 ft | 56 miles | 2,802 ft | #1,141 | #38 | 218 | 167 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Melrose?
Melrose has 3 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Melrose?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Melrose are:
- Dodging Bullets (4.4/5)
- Orb Flow (4.4/5)
- Possum Magic (4.3/5)
- Home Run (4.2/5)
- Sleeper (4.2/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Melrose?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Melrose are:
- October (94 activities)
- September (79 activities)
- August (64 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Melrose?
There are 6 parking locations listed in Melrose. 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 Melrose?
The longest trail in Melrose is Southern Flinders Rail Trail Booleroo to Wirrabara at 21.2 km. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Melrose?
The best hiking trails in Melrose are:
- Alligator Gorge Trail Extension
- Terrace Lookout Walk
- Mambray Creek Track
- Hidden Gorge
- Daveys Gully Hike
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Melrose?
The best trail running trails in Melrose are:
- The Chicken Run
- Showgrounds Link
- Monument Trail
- Southern Flinders Rail Trail Booleroo to Wirrabara
- Southern Flinders Rail Trail Booleroo
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How many trails are in Melrose?
Melrose has a total of 78 trails. Of those, 56 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Melrose to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Melrose?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Melrose is North Face with 593 m of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Melrose?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Melrose is Bale Out with 541 m of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Melrose?
Melrose supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What bike services are there in Melrose?
The following bike services are available in Melrose:
- Trail Builders (2)
- Trail Association (1)
- Accommodation (1)
- Other (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Melrose?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Melrose is Farmers Freewheeling Fun Track with an average grade of 6.8%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Melrose?
Yes, there are 4 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Melrose. 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 Melrose?
The overall region status for Melrose is Clear / Green. Out of 48 trails:
- Clear / Green: 38
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 9
- Significant Issue / Amber: 1
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Can I ride an ebike in Melrose?
Yes, Melrose supports e-bike riding. There are 28 trails in Melrose 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 Melrose?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Melrose are: View all mountain biking routes in Melrose.
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What type of bike is most common in Melrose?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Melrose are:
- AM (24 activities)
- RD (13 activities)
- XC (9 activities)
- Adaptive MTB (2 activities)
- Trials (1 activities)
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What is the highest summit in Melrose?
The highest summit in Melrose is Mount Remarkable at 962 m elevation.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Melrose?
The most popular Strava segments in Melrose are:
- Skippin (3,815 athletes)
- Up rocks bit (3,713 athletes)
- Chicken Run - Backwards (3,137 athletes)
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Melrose?
Yes, there are 14 accessible/adaptive trails in Melrose. View all adaptive trails in Melrose for specific accessibility information.
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Are there local clubs or events in Melrose?
There are 1 local clubs or associations listed in the Melrose directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Melrose?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Melrose are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Melrose?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Melrose are:
- Orb Flow (4.9/5)
- Possum Magic (4.8/5)
- Mad Mouse (4/5)
Activities
Trails
Points of Interest
- Epic Trail Monument Trailhead Information
- Sugargum Dam Camp Camping
- Ali Lookout Viewpoint
- Hidden Camp Camping
- Sugar Gum Lookout Viewpoint
- Scarfes Hut Cabin
- Baroota Ruins Campground Camping
- Remarkable Epic Trail Start Trailhead Information
- Wilbur's watch Viewpoint
- Epic Trail Home Run Trailhead Information
- Mount Remarkable (962 m)
- Black Rock (835 m)
- Hogshead Hill (777 m)
- By canadaka
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