more stats
699 ft
Distance
-113 ft
Descent
00:00:44
Avg time
-113 ft
Altitude change
349 ft
Altitude min
463 ft
Altitude max
463 ft
Altitude start
351 ft
Altitude end
-16.2%
Grade
-25.6%
Grade max
-7.3%
Grade min
666 ft
Distance down
33 ft
Distance flat
00:00:44
Avg time

Metamorphic A-line Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Voted Difficulty
    Black Diamond (3 votes)
  • Local Popularity
    100 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 100 in E-Biking
    • 95 in Trail Running
    • 95 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #10871 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #5102 in E-Biking
    • #108828 in Trail Running
    • #101920 in Hiking
  • National Ranking
    #581 in Mountain Biking · Australia [+]
    • #227 in E-Biking
    • #3,590 in Trail Running
    • #3,422 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Season
    Best to ride drier weather
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Drop, Rock Face
  • Year Opened
    2021
  • Land Owner
    Redland City Council

Metamorphic A-line is a small section that incorporates a rocky shute for more adventurous riders.

Access Info

Access via Metamorphic trail

Disclaimer

The section is downhill only. Don't stop in chute.

Tags
DropsRock slabs

Trail Supporters

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

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  • 5 rides
  • 6 miles average
6 Months
  • 136 rides
  • 9 miles avg distance
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  • 1,361 rides
  • Last: Oct 20, 2026
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on Jul 9, 2026
Ideal
Avg: 3.74 (2 votes)
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      Directions to metamorphic-aline trailhead (-27.611490, 153.207830)

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      Videos

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      Metamorphic A-Line #EEmetamorphic
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      0:35 | 382 | May 18, 2021 , Redland City
      Escalade to Metamorphic A line
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      4:44 | 436 | May 18, 2021 , Redland City
      Down the rock stream
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      0:16 | 15 | Dec 24, 2024 , Redland City

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      2 Reviews & Comments

      Jordzta
      Super fun, the chute is a quite technical rock garden
      BigWeetBix BigWeetBix
      A great addition to the network and really unique to the area. It's always a bit damp but the rocks are grippy and rollable fast or slow.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Metamorphic A-line located?
      Metamorphic A-line is located in Eastern Escarpment Conservation Area, Redland City, Australia. It is part of the Eastern Escarpment Conservation Area trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -27.61149, 153.20783.
      ▼ How hard is Metamorphic A-line?
      Metamorphic A-line is rated as Blue difficulty. The average grade is 16.2%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Metamorphic A-line?
      The trail has 113 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 349 ft to 463 ft.
      ▼ Is Metamorphic A-line a point to point trail?
      Yes, Metamorphic A-line is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Metamorphic A-line?
      Metamorphic A-line is 699 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Metamorphic A-line?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Metamorphic A-line. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Metamorphic A-line?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Metamorphic A-line are:
      • August (81 activities)
      • September (74 activities)
      • October (70 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How do I access Metamorphic A-line? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Metamorphic A-line are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Metamorphic A-line?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 1 minute to ride Metamorphic A-line. The trail is 699 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Metamorphic A-line?
      Metamorphic A-line is a very popular trail. There have been 9,568 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 13,306 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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