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2,904 ft
Distance
48 ft
Climb
-141 ft
Descent
08:09:36
Avg time
-93 ft
Altitude change
1,399 ft
Altitude min
1,509 ft
Altitude max
1,502 ft
Altitude start
1,411 ft
Altitude end
-3.2%
Grade
-23.8%
Grade max
24.9%
Grade min
564 ft
Distance climb
1,394 ft
Distance down
869 ft
Distance flat
08:09:36
Avg time

Chasing the Dragon Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Bowen Mountain Trails
    Kurrajong
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    100 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 85 in E-Biking
    • 90 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #9055 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #27776 in E-Biking
    • #54938 in Trail Running
    • #196513 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions
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  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Season
    All year, except after heavy rains
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Rock Face, Rock Garden
  • Ride in Rain
    Yes
  • Year Opened
    2023

tehnical XC trail featuring lookouts, rock drops and rock gardens.

This trail is unsanctioned.

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 8 miles avg distance
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  • Last: Aug 28, 2026
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Aug 28, 2026 @ 11:16am (Australia/Sydney)
Aug 27, 2026
absolutely mint.
Mar 9, 2026 @ 9:33pm (Australia/Sydney)
Mar 9, 2026
 Tracks been raked and running well
Feb 5, 2025 @ 8:26am
Feb 5, 2025
Mar 31, 2024 @ 1:47pm
Mar 31, 2024
Mar 23, 2024 @ 12:00am
Mar 23, 2024
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Chasing the Dragon

        ▼ Where is Chasing the Dragon located?
        Chasing the Dragon is located in Bowen Mountain Trails, Kurrajong, Australia. It is part of the Bowen Mountain Trails trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -33.5798, 150.61819.
        ▼ How hard is Chasing the Dragon?
        Chasing the Dragon is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 3.2%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Chasing the Dragon?
        Chasing the Dragon has 48 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 141 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,399 ft to 1,509 ft.
        ▼ Is Chasing the Dragon a point to point trail?
        Chasing the Dragon is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is Chasing the Dragon?
        Chasing the Dragon is 2,904 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Chasing the Dragon?
        There is no information about dogs being allowed on Chasing the Dragon. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Chasing the Dragon?
        Chasing the Dragon is best visited during: All year, except after heavy rains.
        ▼ How do I access Chasing the Dragon? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Chasing the Dragon are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Chasing the Dragon?
        The estimated time to ride Chasing the Dragon is approximately 8192 hours 10 minutes. The trail is 2,904 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace.
        ▼ How busy is Chasing the Dragon?
        Chasing the Dragon is a very popular trail. There have been 154 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 160 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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