more stats
2,457 ft
Distance
79 ft
Climb
-5 ft
Descent
00:06:17
Avg time
76 ft
Altitude change
315 ft
Altitude min
391 ft
Altitude max
315 ft
Altitude start
390 ft
Altitude end
3.1%
Grade
-4.7%
Grade max
13.6%
Grade min
1,827 ft
Distance climb
394 ft
Distance down
236 ft
Distance flat
00:06:17
Avg time

Black Hawk Up Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    100 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 100 in E-Biking
    • 70 in Trail Running
    • 90 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #705 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #3011 in E-Biking
    • #132698 in Trail Running
    • #126471 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Uphill Only
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Easy
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Bridge, Rock Garden
  • Land Owner
    Sutherland Shire Council

A mixed (natural and rock armoured) surfaced climb through Sydney Hinterland Exposed Sandstone Woodland and Sydney Hinterland Dwarf Apple Heath-Woodland providing access to Black Hawk Down, Mallee Alley and emergency exit to Heathcote Road.

Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 6 rides
  • 14 miles average
6 Months
  • 113 rides
  • 11 miles avg distance
All
  • 1,394 rides
  • Last: Sep 18, 2026
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Avg: 4.17 (5 votes)
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      Frequently Asked Questions About Black Hawk Up

      Where is Black Hawk Up located?
      Black Hawk Up is located in Mill Creek Mountain Bike Trails, Lucas Heights, Australia. It is part of the Mill Creek Mountain Bike Trails trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -34.02794, 150.96968.
      How hard is Black Hawk Up?
      Black Hawk Up is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Easy. The average grade is 3.1%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
      What is the elevation gain for Black Hawk Up?
      Black Hawk Up has 79 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 5 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 315 ft to 391 ft.
      Is Black Hawk Up a point to point trail?
      Yes, Black Hawk Up is a point to point trail. The direction is Uphill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
      How long is Black Hawk Up?
      Black Hawk Up is 2,457 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      Are dogs allowed on Black Hawk Up?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Black Hawk Up. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      When is the best time of year to ride Black Hawk Up?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Black Hawk Up are:
      • June (253 activities)
      • December (245 activities)
      • February (243 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      How do I access Black Hawk Up? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Black Hawk Up are: View all parking locations in the area.
      How long does it take to ride Black Hawk Up?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 6 minutes to ride Black Hawk Up. The trail is 2,457 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      How busy is Black Hawk Up?
      Black Hawk Up is a very popular trail. There have been 10,636 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 25,612 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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