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951 ft
Distance
-106 ft
Descent
00:03:22
Avg time
-106 ft
Altitude change
2,239 ft
Altitude min
2,346 ft
Altitude max
2,345 ft
Altitude start
2,241 ft
Altitude end
-11.1%
Grade
-29.2%
Grade max
1.4%
Grade min
72 ft
Distance climb
883 ft
Distance down
00:03:22
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Rough Choice Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
  • Riding Area
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    60 in Mountain Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #60505 in Mountain Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
  • Climb Difficulty
    Green
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Sometimes hard to follow
  • eBike Allowed
  • TTFs on Trail
    Rock Garden
  • Land Owner
    CMTEDD - National Arboretum Canberra/Stromlo Forest Park

A trail that links together a bunch of rocky outcroppings - making the name a delightful pun. The main choice here is near the beginning where the right line goes straight up and over and down a narrow rock line that is more visually daunting than technically challenging, or the left line presents a couple of awkward corners with far less visual scariness.
After exiting the trees there are numerous rim-denting line choices and a few smooth options over the rocks.
This one is over in a hurry.

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 4 rides
  • 19 miles average
6 Months
  • 59 rides
  • 11 miles avg distance
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  • 397 rides
  • Last: Aug 7, 2026
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May 9, 2026 @ 8:41am (Australia/Sydney)
May 8, 2026
Jan 29, 2025 @ 6:48am
Jan 29, 2025
Running well. Some loose litter and sticks are starting to encroach near the top section. Nothing significant but enough you can hear + feel and...
Aug 20, 2023 @ 2:13am
Aug 20, 2023
Aug 12, 2023 @ 1:38am
Aug 12, 2023
Aug 6, 2023 @ 4:52am
Aug 6, 2023
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on May 9, 2026
Very Dry
Avg: 4.11 (2 votes)
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        Directions to rough-choice trailhead (-35.310570, 149.008030)

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        Frequently Asked Questions About Rough Choice

        Where is Rough Choice located?
        Rough Choice is located in Stromlo Forest Park, Canberra, Australia. It is part of the Stromlo Forest Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -35.31057, 149.00803.
        How hard is Rough Choice?
        Rough Choice is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 11.1%. The climb difficulty is rated Green.
        What is the elevation gain for Rough Choice?
        The trail has 106 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 2,239 ft to 2,346 ft.
        Is Rough Choice a point to point trail?
        Yes, Rough Choice is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
        How long is Rough Choice?
        Rough Choice is 951 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        Are dogs allowed on Rough Choice?
        There is no information about dogs being allowed on Rough Choice. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
        When is the best time of year to ride Rough Choice?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Rough Choice are:
        • September (52 activities)
        • February (24 activities)
        • July (23 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        How do I access Rough Choice? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Rough Choice are: View all parking locations in the area.
        How long does it take to ride Rough Choice?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 4 minutes to ride Rough Choice. The trail is 951 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        How busy is Rough Choice?
        Rough Choice is a moderately popular trail. There have been 3,713 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 6,337 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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