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SaveNewcastle 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 and shared hundreds of photos in this region. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, Trail Running, Hiking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Dirtbiking and Horseback. Trails here are often faint trail, sandy and flowy. Scenery includes beaches, views and creeks. Common trail features include jumps, berms and rock gardens. Many trails are family friendly and kid friendly. Amenities include water sources. Popular destinations include Wallarah Peninsular, Glenrock and Tingira Heights Nature Reserve.
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- Mountain Bike
272 trails
- E-Bike
132 trails
- Gravel Bike
87 trails
- Adaptive Bike
68 trails
- Winter Fat Bike
38 trails
- Horse
5 trails
- Hike
220 trails
- Trail Running
251 trails
- Dirtbike/Moto
9 trails
Region Details
- 26
- 6
- 90
- 131
- 18
- 1
Region Status
Caution as of Oct 23, 2026
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 274
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 272
- Trails E-Bike
- 132
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 86
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 68
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 38
- Trails Horse
- 5
- Trails Hike
- 220
- Trails Trail Running
- 251
- Trails Dirtbike/Moto
- 9
- Total Distance
- 154 miles
- Total Descent
- 21,874 ft
- Total Vertical
- 1,121 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 1,122 ft
- Reports
- 2,745
- Photos
- 831
- Completed Counter
- 77,332
Sub Regions
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Belmont Wetlands State Park
- 3
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Fossil Winding Creek Nature Reserve
- 1
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Glenrock
- 10
- 27
- 5
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Hillsborough
- 1
- 6
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Holmesville
- 21
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Jesmond
- 2
- 1
- 1
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Killingworth
- 13
- 12
- 2
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Munibung Hill
- 1
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Teralba
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Teralba Bushlands
- 1
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Tingira Heights Nature Reserve
- 3
- 14
- 17
- 2
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Wallarah Peninsular
- 12
- 31
- 4
- 1
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Warners Bay
- 4
- 11
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Whitebridge
- 2
- 18
Popular Newcastle Mountain Biking Trails
• 100 ★ 3.7 • 1 mile • 98 ft • 1,433 •
Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used one direction and has a easy overall physical rating with a 98 ft green climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 7 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 4.0 • 1,014 ft • 20 ft • 1,406 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 20 ft blue climb. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 3.8 • 2,762 ft • 64 ft • 1,337 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used uphill primary and has a easy overall physical rating with a 64 ft green climb. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 3.3 • 1,644 ft • 48 ft • 1,273 •
Popular green difficulty dirt/gravel road. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 48 ft green climb. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 4.2 • 1,385 ft • 20 ft • 1,217 •
Highly rated popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill primary and has a easy overall physical rating. It features jump and pump track. On average it takes 6 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 4.5 • 2,890 ft • 152 ft • 1,210 •
Highly rated popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used uphill only and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 152 ft blue climb. On average it takes 7 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 3.9 • 4,596 ft • 68 ft • 1,189 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used one direction. On average it takes 8 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 4.0 • 1,342 ft • 32 ft • 1,150 •
Highly rated popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only and has a easy overall physical rating. It features jump. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
Newcastle Mountain Bike Routes
★ 4.5 • 5 miles • 596 ft • 16 • Loop •
A basic loop around glenrock to give beginners an idea of the place
★ 3.5 • 4 miles • 564 ft • 8 •
Intro into glenrock, with the scenic look out
★ 3.0 • 10 miles • 1,345 ft • 43 • Loop •
AN intermediate loop of Glenrock covering most trails of the Northern Zone. The loop incorporates a rest...
7 miles • 498 ft • 13 • Loop •
The red loop takes in most of the trails at Holmesville. It is reasonably well marked, suitable for all...
★ 3.0 • 6 miles • 308 ft • 7 • Loop •
This is the full length of trail available at the track off Coachwood Drive. There are several options for...
10 miles • 1,541 ft • 18 • Loop •
TOUGH TOUR OF GLENROCK STARTING AWAY FROM THE CROWD
Photos of Newcastle Mountain Bike
Videos of Newcastle Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
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| kaibis | add | photo | activity #107552328 and 4 more | Nov 10, 2026 @ 11:36am 20 hours |
| kaibis | difficultyvote | trail | activity #107320447 and 1 more | Nov 6, 2026 @ 5:36pm Nov 6, 2026 |
| LincolnIA13EK | add | photo | activity #106896478 | Oct 30, 2026 @ 5:44pm Oct 30, 2026 |
| RomanMark | add | report | activity #106466781 | Oct 23, 2026 @ 8:59pm Oct 23, 2026 |
| RomanMark | add | report | activity #106466780 and 1 more | Oct 23, 2026 @ 8:59pm Oct 23, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| trail | I'm guessing the original trail was single,... | Aug 19, 2026 @ 11:44pm Aug 19, 2026 | ||
| trail | Now named SHERLOCK ? | Aug 19, 2026 @ 5:54pm Aug 19, 2026 | ||
| trail | It’s pretty eroded, not beginner friendly. | Aug 5, 2026 @ 10:45pm Aug 5, 2026 | ||
| trail | No black on this trail, unless you count... | Oct 1, 2025 @ 7:07pm Oct 1, 2025 | ||
| trail | Fun track, pretty tech but not that bad. Did... | Sep 6, 2025 @ 10:36pm Sep 6, 2025 |
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Epic Ride 50k4,269 awarded -
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Completionist0 awarded
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 | 272 | 150 miles | 21,447 ft | 67 miles | 1,122 ft | #173 | #11 | 632 | 2,740 | 14 | 88,900 | |
| E-Bike | 132 | 84 miles | 10,512 ft | 36 miles | 417 ft | #519 | #47 | 172 | 2,381 | 3 | 10,770 | |
| Gravel Bike | 87 | 73 miles | 7,228 ft | 30 miles | 387 ft | #352 | #21 | 206 | 45 | |||
| Adaptive Bike | 68 | 61 miles | 6,106 ft | 25 miles | 361 ft | #185 | #12 | 390 | 3 | |||
| Winter Fat Bike | 38 | 31 miles | 3,081 ft | 12 miles | 358 ft | #194 | #13 | 217 | ||||
| Horse | 5 | 5 miles | 669 ft | 2 miles | 358 ft | #640 | #30 | 4 | 539 | 3 | ||
| Hike | 220 | 139 miles | 18,281 ft | 61 miles | 1,122 ft | #698 | #21 | 15 | 2,635 | 3 | 3,287 | |
| Trail Running | 251 | 149 miles | 20,778 ft | 67 miles | 1,122 ft | #536 | #15 | 8 | 2,711 | 10 | 4,138 | |
| Dirtbike/Moto | 9 | 5 miles | 925 ft | 3 miles | 299 ft | #411 | #18 | 545 | 93 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Newcastle?
Newcastle has 14 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Newcastle?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Newcastle are:
- Fernleigh Track (4.2/5)
- Shoes (4.2/5)
- Ewoks (4.2/5)
- Tonka (4.2/5)
- Pump Action (4.2/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Newcastle?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Newcastle are:
- October (493 activities)
- January (406 activities)
- November (395 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Newcastle?
There are 12 parking locations listed in Newcastle. 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 Newcastle?
The longest trail in Newcastle is Fernleigh Track at 9.3 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Newcastle?
The best hiking trails in Newcastle are:
- Yuelarbah Trail / Great North Walk
- Cliff Walk - Western Lookout to Northern Lookout
- Fernleigh Loop Trail
- Burwood Track
- Leggy Point Loop Track
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Newcastle?
The best trail running trails in Newcastle are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Newcastle?
Newcastle has a total of 274 trails. Of those, 272 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Newcastle to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Newcastle?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Newcastle is Fernleigh Track with 447 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Newcastle?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Newcastle is Fernleigh Track with 381 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Newcastle?
Newcastle supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Dirtbiking.
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What bike services are there in Newcastle?
The following bike services are available in Newcastle:
- Bike Shop (2)
- Trail Association (2)
- Club (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Newcastle?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Newcastle is Moses Climb with an average grade of 12.3%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Newcastle?
Yes, there are 7 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Newcastle. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
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What trails have the biggest jumps in Newcastle?
The trails with the biggest jumps in Newcastle are: Browse all mountain bike trails to find trails with jumps and technical features.
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Are the trails open in Newcastle?
The overall region status for Newcastle is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 225 trails:
- Clear / Green: 177
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 37
- Significant Issue / Amber: 11
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Can I ride an ebike in Newcastle?
Yes, Newcastle supports e-bike riding. There are 130 trails in Newcastle 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 Newcastle?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Newcastle are: View all mountain biking routes in Newcastle.
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What type of bike is most common in Newcastle?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Newcastle are:
- XC (531 activities)
- AM (224 activities)
- Fat (9 activities)
- RD (4 activities)
- Adaptive MTB (3 activities)
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What are the top sights to see in Newcastle?
There are 6 notable sights in Newcastle. Some of the top sights include:
- No. 208 Radar Station RAAF North Arrangement
- Ruins
- Little Flaggy Creek Culvert Tunnel
- Historic Bailey's Farm Sheds
- Ruins, Old No.1 Burwood Colliery
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Newcastle?
The most popular Strava segments in Newcastle are:
- AC Kahibah xing to Fernleigh Loop (22,998 athletes)
- Sprint to tunnel (22,549 athletes)
- Station St exit (21,708 athletes)
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What are some popular technical trail features in Newcastle?
There are 1 technical trail features (TTFs) in Newcastle. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in Newcastle.
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Newcastle?
Yes, there are 68 accessible/adaptive trails in Newcastle. View all adaptive trails in Newcastle for specific accessibility information.
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Are there local clubs or events in Newcastle?
There are 4 local clubs or associations listed in the Newcastle directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Newcastle?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Newcastle are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Newcastle?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Newcastle are:
- Fang on Brunker (5/5)
- Macquarie Pier Lighthouse (5/5)
- Foreshore (5/5)
Activities
Trails
Points of Interest
- No. 208 Radar Station RAAF North Arrangement Sight
- Leichhardts Lookout Viewpoint
- Mawson Lookout 114 Viewpoint
- Spoon Rocks Lookout Viewpoint
- Mereweather Lookout Viewpoint
- Ruins Sight
- Little Flaggy Creek Culvert Tunnel Sight
- Historic Bailey's Farm Sheds Sight
- Ruins, Old No.1 Burwood Colliery Sight
- Leichhardts Lookout Viewpoint
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