42.7 miles
Distance
6,434 ft
Climb
-6,387 ft
Descent
4,384 ft
High Point

Our Bell Curve gravel ride is called that because the route profile sums this ride up in those two words…BELL and CURVE!

But seriously – this route has some of the most awesome gravel riding through Canberra’s pristine forest and national parks. Traversing the river and then sweeping up to the high country, before descending back to Cotter. The ride will make your grind your way up a 10km ascent before a pretty clear and even descent back to the Stromlo Expo Village.

All up it’s a 70km slice of Brindabella Ranges heaven – one not to missed by the Gravel aficionado.

Detailed Description
Bell Curve Gravel Ride is a 43 mile less popular intermediate route located near Canberra. This mountain bike only route. This route climbs 6,434 ft with a max elevation of 4,384 ft then descends -6,387 ft.

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  • Riding area
    Cotter Pines
  • Primary Activity
    Mountain Bike
  • Difficulty rating
    Blue
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes
  • Bike type
    Gravel
More Stats for Bell Curve Gravel Ride mountain bike route
  • Altitude change
    49 ft
  • Altitude min
    1,581 ft
  • Altitude start
    1,581 ft
  • Altitude end
    1,631 ft
  • Grade max
    -55.4%
  • Grade min
    84%
  • Distance climb
    20 miles
  • Distance down
    20 miles
  • Distance flat
    2 miles
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