more stats
1,184 ft
Distance
82 ft
Climb
00:02:22
Avg time
82 ft
Altitude change
1,001 ft
Altitude min
1,083 ft
Altitude max
1,001 ft
Altitude start
1,083 ft
Altitude end
6.9%
Grade
19%
Grade min
902 ft
Distance climb
194 ft
Distance flat
00:02:22
Avg time

Second Wave Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Silvan Mountain Bike Trails
    Mount Dandenong
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    100 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 100 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 60 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #81578 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #242187 in E-Biking
    • #449303 in Trail Running
    • #158633 in Hiking
  • National Ranking
    #3,910 in Mountain Biking · Australia [+]
    • #9,283 in E-Biking
    • #12,596 in Trail Running
    • #4,906 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Uphill Only
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes
  • Ride in Rain
    Yes
  • Land Owner
    Parks Victoria

Second Wave is a blue uphill track that was created during the second wave of the COVID pandemic. It provides riders with a challenging climb while also reflecting the circumstances of its construction.

This trail is unsanctioned.

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 3 rides
  • 13 miles average
6 Months
  • 74 rides
  • 9 miles avg distance
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  • 451 rides
  • Last: Nov 11, 2026
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Second Wave Trail Reports

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Jun 8, 2026 @ 1:37pm (Australia/Melbourne)
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Jan 26, 2026 @ 6:55pm (Australia/Melbourne)
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Jan 7, 2026 @ 9:15am (Australia/Melbourne)
Jan 6, 2026
 Total Fire Ban declared for Wednesday 7th January. All trails closed
May 22, 2025 @ 4:30pm
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Mar 9, 2025 @ 9:19am
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on Jun 8, 2026
Wet
Avg: 3.88 (4 votes)
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      Directions to second-wave-522475 trailhead (-37.809370, 145.390300)
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Second Wave located?
      Second Wave is located in Silvan Mountain Bike Trails, Mount Dandenong, Australia. It is part of the Silvan Mountain Bike Trails trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -37.80937, 145.3903.
      ▼ How hard is Second Wave?
      Second Wave is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 6.9%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Second Wave?
      Second Wave has 82 ft of elevation gain. The elevation ranges from 1,001 ft to 1,083 ft.
      ▼ Is Second Wave a point to point trail?
      Yes, Second Wave is a point to point trail. The direction is Uphill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Second Wave?
      Second Wave is 1,184 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Second Wave?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Second Wave. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Second Wave?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Second Wave are:
      • March (35 activities)
      • August (35 activities)
      • October (34 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How do I access Second Wave? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Second Wave are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Second Wave?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 2 minutes to ride Second Wave. The trail is 1,184 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Second Wave?
      Second Wave is a very popular trail. There have been 3,378 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 4,131 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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