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      Mount Hotham trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has mapped hundreds of trails in this region. Supported activity types include E-Biking, Backcountry Skiing, Skiing, Hiking, Trail Running, Mountain Biking, Nordic Skiing, Snowshoeing, Horseback and ATVing/Offroading. Popular destinations include Alpine National Park, Mt Hotham Alpine Resort and Mount Feathertop.
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      Region Status
      Open as of Sep 3, 2026

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      273
      Trails Mountain Bike
      14
      Trails E-Bike
      194
      Trails Gravel Bike
      16
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      1
      Trails Horse
      9
      Trails Hike
      50
      Trails Trail Running
      50
      Trails Dirtbike/Moto
      3
      Trails ATV/ORV/OHV
      4
      Trails Snowshoe
      10
      Trails Downhill Ski
      89
      Trails Backcountry Ski
      136
      Trails Nordic Ski
      11
      Total Distance
      382 miles
      Total Descent Distance
      196 miles
      Total Descent
      139,178 ft
      Total Vertical
      5,491 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      6,480 ft
      Reports
      48
      Photos
      46
      Completed Counter
      3,307
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      Popular Mount Hotham Mountain Biking Trails

      95 3.9 14 miles 1,944 ft 133
      Back country ride through Alpine snow areas. Follows old, reclaimed, deteriorated fire trail. Some long steady climbs that reward with fantastic 360 degree views and old mountain huts, followed by some great rocky descents. Take spares...
      100 0.0 7 miles 533 ft 51
      A wide gravel path to Hotham winding through the snowgums past JB Hut, Paw Paw plain and up to Hotham grab a coffee at the General Store and spin back.
      5 0.0 3 miles 138 ft 9 hike
      Less popular blue difficulty dirt/gravel road. This hike primary trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 138 ft blue climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow.
      5 0.0 9 miles 2,188 ft 2
      Less popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a hard overall physical rating. Trail visibility is sometimes hard to follow.
      5 0.0 1 mile 16 ft skialpine
      Less popular blue difficulty alpine ski run (piste). This downhill ski primary trail.
      5 0.0 328 ft 0 ft skialpine
      Less popular black diamond difficulty ski run (piste). This downhill ski primary trail.

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      Photos of Mount Hotham Mountain Bike

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      Videos of Mount Hotham Mountain Bike

      Falls Creek - Fainters
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      12:10 | 755 | Dec 16, 2019 , Mount Hotham

      Recent Trail Reports

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      Fainter Fire Trail
      Apr 22, 2026 @ 9:52am (Australia/Melbourne)
      Apr 21, 2026
      VariableThe southern end of the trail once on the...dmorgs4
      Intermediate Ski Trail
      Aug 11, 2023 @ 4:17am
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      Activity Feed

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      Muddy772wishlisttrailactivity #101812807
      Aug 18, 2026 @ 6:32pm
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      jdleo3riddentrailactivity #90723876
      Mar 16, 2026 @ 9:35pm
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      markhollowayupdateregionactivity #89871324
      Mar 2, 2026 @ 6:09pm
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      Recent Comments

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      trinker-trailstrailFainter Fire TrailThis trail is an excellent adventure and after...
      Apr 26, 2025 @ 3:27pm
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      russelldunkinreportIntermediate Ski TrailTwo medium sized trees down blocking the path....
      Aug 4, 2019 @ 1:51pm
      Aug 4, 2019
      kiewatrailFainter Fire TrailYou can find more information on riding the...
      Jan 4, 2017 @ 12:54am
      Jan 4, 2017
      kiewatrailFainter Fire TrailHere is a web page with more information on...
      Jan 4, 2017 @ 12:54am
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      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike1495 miles13,173 ft40 miles5,023 ft
      #3,663#143454391
      E-Bike194315 miles115,361 ft155 miles5,492 ft
      #245#393510
      Gravel Bike1697 miles12,516 ft38 miles5,023 ft
      1
      Adaptive Bike17 miles932 ft5 miles407 ft
      4
      Horse961 miles6,919 ft21 miles4,491 ft
      #930#4313
      Hike50277 miles42,178 ft105 miles5,492 ft
      #768#2142361
      Trail Running50277 miles42,178 ft105 miles5,492 ft
      #594#174259
      Dirtbike/Moto316 miles1,214 ft5 miles1,739 ft
      131
      ATV/ORV/OHV429 miles2,851 ft11 miles3,340 ft
      #444#2213
      Snowshoe1028 miles3,911 ft10 miles4,140 ft
      #83#2113
      Downhill Ski8923 miles20,630 ft21 miles1,299 ft
      #115#352,316
      Backcountry Ski13699 miles79,547 ft74 miles4,140 ft
      #38#115109
      Nordic Ski1115 miles1,437 ft7 miles2,185 ft
      #138#411132

      Frequently Asked Questions

      What are the best places to ride in Mount Hotham?
      Mount Hotham has 5 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Mount Hotham?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Mount Hotham are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      Where can I park to ride in Mount Hotham?
      There are 3 parking locations listed in Mount Hotham. 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 Mount Hotham?
      The longest trail in Mount Hotham is Fainter Fire Trail at 14.3 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Mount Hotham?
      What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Mount Hotham?
      How many trails are in Mount Hotham?
      Mount Hotham has a total of 273 trails. Of those, 14 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Mount Hotham to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      Which trail has the most elevation gain in Mount Hotham?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Mount Hotham is Bluff Track with 2,188 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      Which trail has the most elevation descent in Mount Hotham?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Mount Hotham is Fainter Fire Trail with 3,338 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      What activities are most popular in Mount Hotham?
      Mount Hotham supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, ATVing/Offroading, Snowmobiling, Snowshoeing, Skiing, Backcountry Skiing, Nordic Skiing.
      What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Mount Hotham?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Mount Hotham is Bluff Track with an average grade of 2.3%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Mount Hotham?
      Yes, there are 6 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Mount Hotham. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
      Are the trails open in Mount Hotham?
      Out of 1 trails:
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 1
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      Can I ride an ebike in Mount Hotham?
      Yes, Mount Hotham supports e-bike riding. There are 205 trails in Mount Hotham that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
      What are the top sights to see in Mount Hotham?
      There are 2 notable sights in Mount Hotham. Some of the top sights include: Explore all points of interest in Mount Hotham.
      What are the most popular Strava Segments in Mount Hotham?
      The most popular Strava segments in Mount Hotham are:
      • Wire to Whiskey (7,921 athletes)
      • Not for the feint hearted (688 athletes)
      • Tawonga Huts Descent (670 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Mount Hotham.
      What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Mount Hotham?
      What are the best beginner ride trails in Mount Hotham?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Mount Hotham are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Mount Hotham.
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