7.2 miles
Distance
710 ft
Climb
-742 ft
Descent
2,004 ft
High Point
-32 ft
Altitude change
1,589 ft
Altitude min
1,743 ft
Altitude start
1,713 ft
Altitude end
-0.1%
Grade
-47.6%
Grade max
30.3%
Grade min
3 miles
Distance climb
3 miles
Distance down
3,586 ft
Distance flat

This is a good mix of trails with some challenging climbs and fast flowing downhill sections.

This route is Unsanctioned, Ride at your own Risk!

Detailed Description
10km Loop is a 7 mile moderately popular intermediate unsanctioned route located near Ballan. This mountain bike primary route can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 14 trails. This route climbs 710 ft with a max elevation of 2,004 ft then descends -742 ft.

Trail Issues on Route

  • Closed: 1 trail (newest: Dec 21, 2025)
  • Significant Issue / Amber: 1 trail (newest: Jul 7, 2025)
  • Minor Issue / Yellow: 1 trail (newest: Dec 21, 2025)

Stats

  • Distance
    7 miles
  • Avg time
    1 hr 3 min
  • Altitude min
    1,589 ft
  • Altitude start
    1,743 ft
  • Altitude end
    1,713 ft
  • Climb
    710 ft
  • Descent
    -742 ft
  • Grade
    -0.1%
  • Grade max
    -47.6%
  • Grade min
    30.3%
  • Distance climb
    3 miles
  • Distance down
    3 miles
  • Distance flat
    3,586 ft

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  • Riding area
    Ballan
  • Primary Activity
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  • Difficulty rating
    Blue
  • Route Type
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  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Physical rating
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