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1.5 miles
Distance
204 ft
Climb
-228 ft
Descent
00:16:40
Avg time
-24 ft
Altitude change
508 ft
Altitude min
640 ft
Altitude max
640 ft
Altitude start
617 ft
Altitude end
-0.3%
Grade
-25.3%
Grade max
20.7%
Grade min
3,074 ft
Distance climb
2,995 ft
Distance down
1,936 ft
Distance flat
00:16:40
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H2O - Black Loop Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Westleigh
    Hornsby
  • Difficulty Rating
    Black Diamond Rate
  • Voted Difficulty
    Blue (5 votes)
  • Local Popularity
    100 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #5387 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #130062 in Trail Running
    • #123050 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Downhill Primary
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • TTFs on Trail
    Drop, Gap Jump, Ladder Bridge, Rock Face, Roller Coaster

Rocky descents and roll overs down and then up from the creek.

Refer to Westleigh mountain bike Facebook page for trail closures and changes.

Access Info

Park at Ruddock Park, enter via Warigal Drive

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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H2O - Black Loop Trail Reports

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Aug 10, 2026 @ 9:33pm (Australia/Sydney)
Aug 10, 2026
 Closed from 10 August 2026 for trail rebuilds
Aug 10, 2026 @ 10:17am (Australia/Sydney)
Aug 9, 2026
 Closed 10th August for trail rebuilds over next 6 or so months
Aug 9, 2026 @ 1:53pm (Australia/Sydney)
Aug 8, 2026
 Last ever report! Thanks for everything Westleigh, see you on the other side
Jul 24, 2026 @ 3:21pm (Australia/Sydney)
Jul 23, 2026
Jul 11, 2026 @ 3:24pm (Australia/Sydney)
Jul 10, 2026
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Avg: 4.31 (16 votes)
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        Directions to h2o-black-loop trailhead (-33.712530, 151.076810)
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        Technical Trail Features (TTF)

        Routes with this trail

        61
        H20 Loop Full
        ★ 3.0 • 4 miles • 385 ft • 17 • Loop •
        Joining the existing routes into one continuous loop
        34
        H2o Lite
        ★ 2.0 • 4 miles • 389 ft • 5 • Loop •
        H2o continuous loop no black section as it was reversed on map
        4.5 ★★★★★
        16 Ratings
        5 ★ 69%
        4 ★ 19%
        3 ★
        2 ★ 13%
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        2 Reviews & Comments

        JBMArnST
        These trails are located in an area with a history of significant environmental contamination and may pose serious health risks. Ride at your own risk.

        It’s unfortunate, as the trails themselves feature some beautiful remnant bushland and well-designed single track—clearly the result of a lot of community effort. However, the site is known to be contaminated with hazardous substances including asbestos, PFAS (from firefighting foam), and other potentially dangerous materials. Historically, this area was used as a dumping ground and for firefighting training, contributing to the current environmental concerns.

        I was unaware of this information before riding here, as there are no warning signs or notices on-site. These trails are unofficial and not sanctioned by the local council, yet no formal warnings have been put in place despite their awareness of the risks. This is particularly concerning given the high number of riders, especially children, who frequent the area.
        zokstar zokstar
        Not a bad little run. More of a Blue than a "black". Good for getting confidence up. Running well and dry

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        Frequently Asked Questions

        ▼ Where is H2O - Black Loop located?
        H2O - Black Loop is located in Westleigh, Hornsby, Australia. It is part of the Westleigh trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -33.71253, 151.07681.
        ▼ How hard is H2O - Black Loop?
        H2O - Black Loop is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 0.3%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for H2O - Black Loop?
        H2O - Black Loop has 204 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 228 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 508 ft to 640 ft.
        ▼ Is H2O - Black Loop a point to point trail?
        H2O - Black Loop is not a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Primary. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is H2O - Black Loop?
        H2O - Black Loop is 1.5 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on H2O - Black Loop?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on H2O - Black Loop. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        ▼ How do I access H2O - Black Loop? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to H2O - Black Loop are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride H2O - Black Loop?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 19 minutes to ride H2O - Black Loop. The trail is 1.5 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is H2O - Black Loop?
        H2O - Black Loop is a very popular trail. There have been 7,308 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 11,090 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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