3.0 miles
Distance
279 ft
Climb
-278 ft
Descent
501 ft
High Point
2 ft
Altitude change
342 ft
Altitude min
500 ft
Altitude start
502 ft
Altitude end
-22%
Grade max
18.6%
Grade min
2 miles
Distance climb
1 mile
Distance down
1,299 ft
Distance flat

The Tank Loop is a great introduction to Plenty Gorge MTB trails, suitable for all riders. The trail starts and ends at the "Tank".

Detailed Description
PGMTB Tank Loop is a 3 mile popular intermediate route located near Melbourne. This mountain bike primary route can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating. This route includes 4 trails. This route climbs 279 ft with a max elevation of 501 ft then descends -278 ft.
Tags
Canyon

Trail Issues on Route

  • Minor Issue / Yellow: 1 trail (newest: Jul 4, 2026)
Route Supporters

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Local trail association
Plenty Gorge Mountain Bike Club (plentygorgemtb.org.au)
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Stats

  • Distance
    3 miles
  • Avg time
    19 min 58 sec
  • Altitude min
    342 ft
  • Altitude start
    500 ft
  • Altitude end
    502 ft
  • Climb
    279 ft
  • Descent
    -278 ft
  • Grade max
    -22%
  • Grade min
    18.6%
  • Distance climb
    2 miles
  • Distance down
    1 mile
  • Distance flat
    1,299 ft

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Details

  • Featured
  • Riding area
  • Primary Activity
    Mountain Bike
  • Other Activities
    • E-Bike
    • Gravel Bike
  • Difficulty rating
    Blue
  • Route Type
    Loop
  • eBike Allowed
  • Bike type
    AM, XC, Gravel
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Physical rating
    Easy
  • Activity Logs
    2
Avg: 5 (1 votes)
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