4.8 miles
Distance
715 ft
Climb
-727 ft
Descent
1,232 ft
High Point
-12 ft
Altitude change
714 ft
Altitude min
742 ft
Altitude start
732 ft
Altitude end
-32.7%
Grade max
34.6%
Grade min
2 miles
Distance climb
2 miles
Distance down
3,563 ft
Distance flat

This route is 7.6km's of moderated climbing on a natural single trail with some rocks and rock gardens with B lines around them. Once the top is reached it is a fun down hill rollercoaster ride to the bottom.

Detailed Description
XC 8km Loop is a 5 mile less popular intermediate route located near Shepparton. This mountain bike primary route can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 2 trails. This route climbs 715 ft with a max elevation of 1,232 ft then descends -727 ft.
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Plenty Gorge Mountain Bike Club (plentygorgemtb.org.au)
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Stats

  • Distance
    5 miles
  • Altitude min
    714 ft
  • Altitude start
    742 ft
  • Altitude end
    732 ft
  • Climb
    715 ft
  • Descent
    -727 ft
  • Grade max
    -32.7%
  • Grade min
    34.6%
  • Distance climb
    2 miles
  • Distance down
    2 miles
  • Distance flat
    3,563 ft

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    No 5
    Oct 13, 2025 @ 11:29am (Australia/Melbourne)
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