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SaveThe Bluff trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, Hiking, Trail Running and E-Biking. Trails here are often faint trail. Scenery includes views. Common trail features include berms, jumps and rock gardens.
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Activities Click to view
- Mountain Bike
17 trails
- E-Bike
7 trails
- Hike
17 trails
- Trail Running
17 trails
Region Details
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Region Status
Caution as of Nov 30, 2024Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 20
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 17
- Trails E-Bike
- 7
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 5
- Trails Hike
- 17
- Trails Trail Running
- 17
- Total Distance
- 12 miles
- Total Descent
- 2,147 ft
- Total Vertical
- 2,234 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 2,250 ft
- Reports
- 11
- Photos
- 17
- Completed Counter
- 487
Popular The Bluff Mountain Biking Trails
• 85 ★ 4.0 • 475 ft • 3 ft • 46 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
• 50 ★ 4.0 • 1,739 ft • 163 ft • 41 •
Shared use trail to top of the Bluff. Absolutely stunning ocean views. There are a couple of steep climb sections, one in particular that requires most riders to walk a few metres before jumping back on the bike.
• 90 ★ 0.0 • 945 ft • 92 ft • 23 • • hike
Popular green difficulty dirt/gravel road. This hike primary trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 92 ft blue climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
• 95 ★ 0.0 • 456 ft • 0 ft • 15 •
This trail has some nice berms and a large gap halfway down
• 45 ★ 0.0 • 1 mile • 46 ft • 13 • • hike
Moderately popular blue difficulty dirt/gravel road. This hike primary trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 46 ft blue climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 10 minutes to complete this trail.
• 75 ★ 0.0 • 669 ft • 18 ft • 13 •
Small jump line with filled with 1-2m gaps
Photos of The Bluff Mountain Bike
Videos of The Bluff Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Up the Bluff 3 | Nov 30, 2024 @ 9:44am Nov 30, 2024 | Variable | Chinner225 | ||
| Bluff DH #4 | Nov 30, 2024 @ 9:44am Nov 30, 2024 | Ideal | Chinner225 | ||
| Bluff DH #5 | Nov 30, 2024 @ 9:44am Nov 30, 2024 | Ideal | Chinner225 | ||
| Double Bluff | Nov 30, 2024 @ 9:44am Nov 30, 2024 | Ideal | Chinner225 | ||
| Rocky Balboa | Nov 30, 2024 @ 9:44am Nov 30, 2024 | Ideal | Chinner225 | ||
| Up the Bluff | Nov 30, 2024 @ 9:44am Nov 30, 2024 | Ideal | Chinner225 | ||
| Bluff DH #2 | Nov 30, 2024 @ 9:44am Nov 30, 2024 | Ideal | Chinner225 | ||
| Bluff Jump line | Nov 30, 2024 @ 9:44am Nov 30, 2024 | Ideal | Chinner225 | ||
| Bluff Downhill Middle Carpark | Nov 30, 2024 @ 9:44am Nov 30, 2024 | Ideal | Chinner225 | ||
| Franklin Parade to Rosetta Head Parking | Nov 30, 2024 @ 9:44am Nov 30, 2024 | Ideal | Chinner225 |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jasperl0vmUw | comment | trail | activity #98837485 | Jul 9, 2026 @ 11:35pm Jul 9, 2026 |
| MariusBulota | ridden | trail | activity #86364439 and 1 more | Dec 30, 2025 @ 10:17pm Dec 30, 2025 |
| hasanybodyseenthehill | comment | trail | activity #63533128 | Dec 26, 2024 @ 1:20am Dec 26, 2024 |
| hasanybodyseenthehill | comment | report | activity #63532962 | Dec 26, 2024 @ 1:12am Dec 26, 2024 |
| TimmoWhistler | comment | trail | activity #63532697 | Dec 26, 2024 @ 12:55am Dec 26, 2024 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| trail | Very steep and rocky would rate double black | Jul 9, 2026 @ 11:35pm Jul 9, 2026 | ||
| trail | Thanks mate | Dec 26, 2024 @ 1:20am Dec 26, 2024 | ||
| report | This line is actually called Double Bluff | Dec 26, 2024 @ 1:12am Dec 26, 2024 | ||
| trail | Trailforks is "open source", so anyone can... | Dec 26, 2024 @ 12:55am Dec 26, 2024 | ||
| trail | This trail's real name is Double Bluff. I know... | Nov 30, 2024 @ 4:31pm Nov 30, 2024 |
Nearby Areas
| name | distance | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newland Head Conservation Park | 1 | 2 | 5.5 km | ||
| Sellicks Hill MTB | 2 | 1 | 18.2 km | ||
| Willunga Trails | 2 | 20 km | |||
| Kyeema Conservation Park | 4 | 22.7 km | |||
| Bells Gully (Prospect Hill) | 7 | 19 | 1 | 23.8 km |
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Bike | 17 | 6 miles | 971 ft | 3 miles | 1,398 ft | #7,790 | #372 | 17 | 11 | 377 | ||
| E-Bike | 7 | 3,120 ft | 312 ft | 2,392 ft | 240 ft | #9,912 | #568 | 11 | 28 | |||
| Gravel Bike | 5 | 2 miles | 161 ft | 4,373 ft | 197 ft | #3,840 | #254 | 2 | ||||
| Hike | 17 | 12 miles | 1,903 ft | 6 miles | 2,234 ft | #9,679 | #356 | 11 | 57 | |||
| Trail Running | 17 | 12 miles | 1,903 ft | 6 miles | 2,234 ft | #9,807 | #369 | 11 | 1 | 49 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in The Bluff?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in The Bluff are:
- Bluff Downhill Middle Carpark (4/5)
- Up the Bluff (4/5)
- Bluff DH #4 (0/5)
- Bluff DH #5 (0/5)
- Bluff Jump line (0/5)
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Where can I park to ride in The Bluff?
There are 4 parking locations listed in The Bluff. 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 The Bluff?
The longest trail in The Bluff is Heysen Trail - N2.6 Spur To Ippinitchie at 3.9 km. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in The Bluff?
The best hiking trails in The Bluff are:
- Southern Encounter Bay Trail
- Up the Bluff 3
- Franklin Parade to Rosetta Head Parking
- Franklin Parade to Up the Bluff
- Up the Bluff 2
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How many trails are in The Bluff?
The Bluff has a total of 20 trails. Of those, 17 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in The Bluff to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in The Bluff?
The trail with the most elevation gain in The Bluff is Up the Bluff with 50 m of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in The Bluff?
The trail with the most elevation descent in The Bluff is Heysen Trail - N2.6 Spur To Ippinitchie with 94 m of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in The Bluff?
The Bluff supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in The Bluff?
The steepest mountain biking trail in The Bluff is Franklin Parade to Up the Bluff with an average grade of 23.3%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in The Bluff?
Yes, there are 2 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in The Bluff. 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 The Bluff?
The overall region status for The Bluff is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 11 trails:
- Clear / Green: 7
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 4
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Can I ride an ebike in The Bluff?
Yes, The Bluff supports e-bike riding. There are 7 trails in The Bluff 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 Strava Segments in The Bluff?
The most popular Strava segments in The Bluff are:
- Outbluffed (2,079 athletes)
- The Bluff Middle Carpark DH (266 athletes)
- Climb the Bluff (106 athletes)
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What are some popular technical trail features in The Bluff?
There are 1 technical trail features (TTFs) in The Bluff. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in The Bluff.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in The Bluff?
The most popular mountain biking trails in The Bluff are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in The Bluff?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in The Bluff are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in The Bluff.
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