2.8 miles
Distance
132 ft
Climb
-142 ft
Descent
140 ft
High Point
Watch our beginners facebook page for guided tours and similar other rides:
https://www.facebook.com/RockwheelersBeginners
New to mountain biking? This loop of easy trails on flat country is your gateway to a life's journey to explore and enjoy Douglas Mountain Bike Reserve. It will help you get going and gain confidence riding on winding dirt tracks in a natural bush setting.
Great loop for the kids to enjoy with the parents.
Remember to bring a spare tube & pump in case of flats, plenty of drinking fluids and sun protection.
Detailed Description
Beginners Gateway to mountain biking is a 3 mile popular easy route located near Townsville. This mountain bike only route can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating. This route includes 4 trails. This route climbs 132 ft with a max elevation of 140 ft then descends -142 ft.
Local Trail Association
Townsville Rockwheelers Mountain Bike Club (www.rockwheelers.com.au)Please consider joining or donating to the local riding association to support trail development & maintenance.
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5 Reviews & Comments
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Afjhd
(Feb 14, 2022 at 3:11)
Trail Easy Street
Good consistent climb with some more challenging short sections.
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Trail Scrub Pythons
Should we spit this trail into Scrub Pythons and Thursdays as signposted on site?
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mymasseur
TRMBC (Nov 7, 2019 at 2:24)

Trail Scrub Pythons
can you send me a gpx file of both new tracks please start to finish for each one and direction of trail eg one way, if they are, and i will amend.
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Trail Scrub Pythons
Will try to get some data for you asap.
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Timbo33
(Mar 14, 2018 at 17:59)
Trail Scrub Pythons
First 350mtrs has now been whiller snipped and all drains cleard.
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Trails in Route
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Primary ActivityMountain Bike
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Difficulty ratingGreen
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Route TypeLoop
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Bike typeXC
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Physical ratingEasy
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Altitude min92 ft
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Altitude start114 ft
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Altitude end105 ft
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Grade-0.1%
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Grade max-11.9%
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Grade min10%
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Distance climb4,892 ft
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Distance down1 mile
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Distance flat3,878 ft
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