more stats
2,260 ft
Distance
20 ft
Climb
-92 ft
Descent
00:02:08
Avg time
-70 ft
Altitude change
529 ft
Altitude min
623 ft
Altitude max
622 ft
Altitude start
554 ft
Altitude end
-3.1%
Grade
-17.1%
Grade max
6.6%
Grade min
610 ft
Distance climb
1,430 ft
Distance down
220 ft
Distance flat
00:02:08
Avg time

Contortionist Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
  • Riding Area
    Pemberton Arboretum
    Pemberton
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    50 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 45 in E-Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #265860 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #82687 in E-Biking
  • National Ranking
    #9,551 in Mountain Biking · Australia [+]
    • #4,906 in E-Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Downhill Only[+]
    Popular Direction Shown
    • Downhill Only for E-Biking
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Drop, Jump
  • Year Opened
    2025
  • Land Owner
    DBCA

Contortionist is a technical step-up for XC riders, offering a narrower, more natural feel than the park's larger flow lines.

With a minimal trail footprint and smaller, hand-built berms, this blue-rated descent rewards precision over pure speed. Riders will need to stay sharp through the off-camber sections and flat corners that will have you wishing for extra grip.

The trail concludes with a fast, "twitchy" climb and one final blast through the pines. A perfect choice for those who prefer a more traditional, "raw" Pemberton singletrack experience.

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BermsDropsFlowyJumps

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Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 3 rides
  • 13 miles average
6 Months
  • 23 rides
  • 11 miles avg distance
All
  • 23 rides
  • Last: Nov 3, 2026
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Contortionist Trail Reports

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Jul 18, 2026 @ 10:31am (Australia/Perth)
Jul 17, 2026
Jul 2, 2026 @ 1:58pm (Australia/Perth)
Jul 1, 2026
 Tree down and over trail.
Jun 22, 2026 @ 10:48am (Australia/Perth)
Jun 21, 2026
 reporter Trail clear of major debris.
Jun 5, 2026 @ 11:59am (Australia/Perth)
Jun 4, 2026
 reporter Caution advised following major storm event. Trail condition currently unknown.
May 6, 2026 @ 12:42pm (Australia/Perth)
May 5, 2026
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Contortionist located?
      Contortionist is located in Pemberton Arboretum, Pemberton, Australia. It is part of the Pemberton Arboretum trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -34.44508, 116.05495.
      ▼ How hard is Contortionist?
      Contortionist is rated as Blue difficulty. The average grade is 3.1%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Contortionist?
      Contortionist has 20 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 92 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 529 ft to 623 ft.
      ▼ Is Contortionist a point to point trail?
      Yes, Contortionist is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Contortionist?
      Contortionist is 2,260 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Contortionist?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Contortionist. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ How do I access Contortionist? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Contortionist are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Contortionist?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 2 minutes to ride Contortionist. The trail is 2,260 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Contortionist?
      Contortionist is a moderately popular trail. There have been 70 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 85 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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