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1,201 ft
Distance
38 ft
Climb
00:01:34
Avg time
38 ft
Altitude change
3,253 ft
Altitude min
3,292 ft
Altitude max
3,255 ft
Altitude start
3,294 ft
Altitude end
3.1%
Grade
-2.8%
Grade max
11.9%
Grade min
781 ft
Distance climb
36 ft
Distance down
384 ft
Distance flat
00:01:34
Avg time

Axe Head Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    SportUNE MTB Trails
    Armidale
  • Difficulty Rating
    Green Rate
  • Local Popularity
    5 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Trail Running
  • Global Ranking
    #138952 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #145504 in E-Biking
    • #351161 in Trail Running
  • National Ranking
    #6,074 in Mountain Biking · Australia [+]
    • #6,444 in E-Biking
    • #9,894 in Trail Running
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Uphill Primary
  • Climb Difficulty
    Green
  • Physical Rating
    Easy
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Family Friendly
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Ladder Bridge

First climb thru the pine plantation following a series of switchbacks. Nothing too hard and includes a small ladder bridge over a drain and a small rocky section that you just bounce thru. Note there are several secondary lines that allow faster riders to safely pass slower riders.

Tags
BermsBridgesFamily friendlyRockySkinnies
Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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Axe Head Trail Reports

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Dec 20, 2025 @ 4:21pm (Australia/Sydney)
Dec 19, 2025
 reporter Trail closed due to dangerous trees following August 2025 snow day. NO ACCESS PERMITTED.
Jul 20, 2025 @ 5:21am
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May 26, 2024 @ 4:22am
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Nov 13, 2023 @ 3:24am
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Nov 10, 2023 @ 8:10am
Nov 10, 2023
 reporter Running well post WEMBO 24 hr race
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Axe Head located?
      Axe Head is located in SportUNE MTB Trails, Armidale, Australia. It is part of the SportUNE MTB Trails trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -30.49122, 151.63543.
      ▼ How hard is Axe Head?
      Axe Head is rated as Green difficulty. The physical rating is Easy. The average grade is 3.1%. The climb difficulty is rated Green.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Axe Head?
      Axe Head has 38 ft of elevation gain. The elevation ranges from 3,253 ft to 3,292 ft.
      ▼ Is Axe Head a point to point trail?
      Axe Head is not a point to point trail. The direction is Uphill Primary. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Axe Head?
      Axe Head is 1,201 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Axe Head?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Axe Head. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Axe Head?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Axe Head are:
      • June (9 activities)
      • April (7 activities)
      • November (6 activities)
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      ▼ How do I access Axe Head? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Axe Head are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Axe Head?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 1 minute to ride Axe Head. The trail is 1,201 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Axe Head?
      Axe Head is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 1,639 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 3,268 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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