3 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.

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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  • Riding area
    Douglas Mountain Bike Reserve
  • Primary Activity
    Mountain Bike
  • Difficulty rating
    Green
  • Route Type
    Loop
  • Bike type
    XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Physical rating
    Easy
  • Ridelogs
    76
More Stats for Beginners Gateway to mountain biking mountain bike route
  • Altitude min
    92 ft
  • Altitude start
    114 ft
  • Altitude end
    105 ft
  • Grade
    -0.1%
  • Grade max
    -11.9%
  • Grade min
    10%
  • Distance climb
    4,892 ft
  • Distance down
    1 miles
  • Distance flat
    3,878 ft
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