more stats
2,533 ft
Distance
39 ft
Climb
-11 ft
Descent
00:03:57
Avg time
28 ft
Altitude change
90 ft
Altitude min
126 ft
Altitude max
98 ft
Altitude start
128 ft
Altitude end
1.1%
Grade
-8.8%
Grade max
13.3%
Grade min
1,444 ft
Distance climb
709 ft
Distance down
381 ft
Distance flat
00:03:57
Avg time

Sherlock Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Holmesville
    Newcastle
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    95 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 50 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #48174 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #306775 in Trail Running
    • #298322 in Hiking
  • National Ranking
    #2,306 in Mountain Biking · Australia [+]
    • #8,597 in Trail Running
    • #7,460 in Hiking
  • Trail Exposure
    Normal
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    XC
  • Direction
    One Direction[+]
    Popular Direction Shown
    • One Direction for E-Biking
    • One Direction for Trail Running
    • One Direction for Hiking
  • Climb Difficulty
    Green
  • Physical Rating
    Easy
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Family Friendly
    Yes
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1

The entrance to Sherlock is unsigned, but obvious once you see it. Look for a broken sign attached to a tree.

This trail is unsanctioned.

Tags

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 53 rides
  • 11 miles avg distance
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  • 1,173 rides
  • Last: Nov 8, 2026
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Sherlock Trail Reports

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Aug 20, 2026 @ 4:37pm (Australia/Sydney)
Aug 19, 2026
Since this probably the first trail for newcomers to ride, it is typical of the closer trails and bushland closer to the carpark. Progressing up...
Mar 20, 2026 @ 9:26am (Australia/Sydney)
Mar 19, 2026
Mar 15, 2025 @ 11:05am
Mar 15, 2025
Mostly dry with lingering mud from recent rain
Dec 29, 2024 @ 6:43pm
Dec 29, 2024
Nov 16, 2024 @ 6:48pm
Nov 16, 2024
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Status:
on Aug 20, 2026
Ideal
Avg: 3.98 (2 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      Directions to sherlock trailhead (-32.920560, 151.580290)

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      The red loop takes in most of the trails at Holmesville. It is reasonably well marked, suitable for all...
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Sherlock located?
      Sherlock is located in Holmesville, Newcastle, Australia. It is part of the Holmesville trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -32.92056, 151.58029.
      ▼ How hard is Sherlock?
      Sherlock is rated as Green difficulty. The physical rating is Easy. The average grade is 1.1%. The climb difficulty is rated Green.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Sherlock?
      Sherlock has 39 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 11 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 90 ft to 126 ft.
      ▼ Is Sherlock a point to point trail?
      Yes, Sherlock is a point to point trail. The direction is One Direction. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Sherlock?
      Sherlock is 2,533 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Sherlock?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Sherlock. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Sherlock?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Sherlock are:
      • January (43 activities)
      • October (36 activities)
      • April (31 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How do I access Sherlock? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Sherlock are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Sherlock?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 4 minutes to ride Sherlock. The trail is 2,533 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Sherlock?
      Sherlock is a very popular trail. There have been 6,749 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 7,995 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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