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1.1 miles
Distance
60 ft
Climb
-471 ft
Descent
00:12:27
Avg time
-412 ft
Altitude change
315 ft
Altitude min
732 ft
Altitude max
732 ft
Altitude start
318 ft
Altitude end
-7.1%
Grade
-48%
Grade max
9.6%
Grade min
1,371 ft
Distance climb
3,606 ft
Distance down
837 ft
Distance flat
00:12:27
Avg time

Metamorphic Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Eastern Escarpment Conservation Area
    Redland City
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    45 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 65 in E-Biking
    • 70 in Trail Running
    • 85 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #23223 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #62578 in E-Biking
    • #82740 in Trail Running
    • #51245 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Season
    Best to ride drier weather
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • Land Owner
    Redland City Council

Metamorphic is a two way trail that connects the summit lookout to Piccabeen trail and creates a nice loop for trails users. It connects into Escalade via a small link track. It also has a rocky A-Line (approx 200m long) for more adventurous riders. The A-line section is one-way (down) only. The trail is for riders and walkers so expect to see and be considerate of other users.

Access Info

Access via Piccabeen, The summit carpark or Escalade.

Disclaimer

The trail is for walkers and riders and is mostly two-way. The A-line is one way (down).

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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Jul 9, 2026 @ 8:29am (Australia/Brisbane)
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Feb 2, 2024
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Jan 9, 2024 @ 3:51pm
Jan 9, 2024
 Trails Closed by Redlands City Council due to severe weather
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        Directions to metamorphic trailhead (-27.615290, 153.213370)
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        1 Review & Comments

        thetownbicycle
        Don't bother going from the top - descending the first third of this trail is a waste of time. Surface on these steep switchbacks is far too loose. Better join Metamorphic further down, via a very short link (not shown on some maps) from the Escalade trail which I spotted as I rode down. After that it's a fast, snaking, rollercoaster descent, including a long A-line rock garden if you're game.

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        Frequently Asked Questions

        ▼ Where is Metamorphic located?
        Metamorphic 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 -27.61529, 153.21337.
        ▼ How hard is Metamorphic?
        Metamorphic is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 7.1%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Metamorphic?
        Metamorphic has 60 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 471 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 315 ft to 732 ft.
        ▼ Is Metamorphic a point to point trail?
        Metamorphic is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is Metamorphic?
        Metamorphic is 1.1 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Metamorphic?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Metamorphic. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Metamorphic?
        Metamorphic is best visited during: Best to ride drier weather.
        ▼ How do I access Metamorphic? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Metamorphic are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Metamorphic?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 10 minutes to ride Metamorphic. The trail is 1.1 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is Metamorphic?
        Metamorphic is a moderately popular trail. There have been 1,170 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 1,472 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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