more stats
3,885 ft
Distance
-553 ft
Descent
00:34:34
Avg time
-553 ft
Altitude change
830 ft
Altitude min
1,384 ft
Altitude max
1,384 ft
Altitude start
830 ft
Altitude end
-14.2%
Grade
-59.4%
Grade max
-2%
Grade min
3,839 ft
Distance down
46 ft
Distance flat
00:34:34
Avg time

McPhails Fire Trail Details

  • Activities
    • Hike
    • Winter Fat Bike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    100 in Hiking [+]
    • 85 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Winter Fat Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #10526 in Hiking [+]
    • #10601 in Trail Running
    • #31118 in Winter Fat Biking
  • National Ranking
    #536 in Hiking · Australia [+]
    • #575 in Trail Running
    • #706 in Winter Fat Biking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Climb Difficulty
    Black Diamond
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed

Winding steep downhill run from the top of Barrengarry Mountain down the escarpment to Kangaroo Valley

This trail is unsanctioned.

Disclaimer

The is a FOOT PATH only.

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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McPhails Fire Trail Trail Reports

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Oct 16, 2020 @ 5:13pm
Oct 16, 2020
Straight easy and loads of fun.
Dec 20, 2019 @ 4:17am
Dec 20, 2019
reporter As part of the State of Emergency, all State Forests and National Parks are closed due to current high fire danger and conditions until further...
Nov 17, 2019 @ 12:09am
Nov 17, 2019
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Nov 10, 2019 @ 4:55pm
Nov 10, 2019
reporter All National Parks within the NSW South Coast are closed due to current high fire danger.
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on Oct 16, 2020
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Avg: 3 (1 votes)
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      Directions to mcphails-fire-trail trailhead (-34.712090, 150.461280)

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      4 Reviews & Comments

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      It is a fire trail more so than single track.
      Bangaleebike
      Trail cleared of timber and fallen logs.
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is McPhails Fire Trail located?
      McPhails Fire Trail is located in Kangaroo Valley, Nowra, Australia. It is part of the Kangaroo Valley trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -34.71209, 150.46128.
      ▼ How hard is McPhails Fire Trail?
      McPhails Fire Trail is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 14.2%. The climb difficulty is rated Black Diamond.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for McPhails Fire Trail?
      The trail has 553 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 830 ft to 1,384 ft.
      ▼ Is McPhails Fire Trail a point to point trail?
      McPhails Fire Trail is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is McPhails Fire Trail?
      McPhails Fire Trail is 3,885 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on McPhails Fire Trail?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on McPhails Fire Trail. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to hike McPhails Fire Trail?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to hike McPhails Fire Trail are:
      • March (1 activities)
      • April (1 activities)
      • November (1 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How long does it take to hike McPhails Fire Trail?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 27 minutes to hike McPhails Fire Trail. The trail is 3,885 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is McPhails Fire Trail?
      McPhails Fire Trail is a very popular trail. There have been 94 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 95 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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