Mountain Biking in Tasmania - Top 3 Trails
Tasmania is well known for its exquisite and varied terrain. You can enjoy some of the best scenery on the planet, making Tasmania’s wild mountain bike trails a key attraction for riding enthusiasts and people who enjoy unique experiences in nature. Below we look at the Top 3 mountain bike trails Tasmania has to offer.
North South Track, kunanyi (Mount Wellington)
The summit of kunanyi (Mount Wellington) looms over the riverside city of Hobart, making for a truly stunning sight. It also features an enjoyable mountain biking run down from The Springs. It’s one of the easiest getaways in nature you can experience while staying in Hobart. kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus have regular city departures. They will drop you and your bike at the summit of kunanyi/Mt Wellington for your own self-guided downhill adventure. Website: Greater Hobart Trails
Maydena Bike Park
In the Derwent Valley, only 80 minutes from Hobart, lies the Maydena Bike Park. This full-service bike park offers gravity riding for intermediate and advanced riders in spectacular wilderness across over 50 individual trails. With a massive 820m vertical elevation, it boasts the highest of any bike park in Australia. If you love jumps, the lower park has some of the biggest jumps and hits in the country. Website: Maydena Bike Park
Blue Derby Mountain Bike Trails
The Blue Derby Mountain Bike Trails are located in the town of Derby in Tasmania’s NE, a 1.5 hour drive from Launceston. These mountain bike trails are world-renownned, offering a variety of trails to suit all levels from beginner to advanced with no fee to ride. The Blue Derby Mountain Bike Trails played host to the World Enduro Series in 2017 and 2018 and for Round 2 March 2019.
The trails are open 365 days of the year but April to mid-June and September to mid-November offer peak riding conditions. Shuttle services are available to reach the higher elevations and bike hire is also offered. The Blue Derby Mountain Bike Trails are a must visit for any mountain bike enthusiast visiting Tasmania. Website: Blue Derby Mountain Bike Trails
Stay at the Old Woolstore During Your Visit to Hobart
The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel, Hobart is the ideal hotel for mountain bike riders staying in Hobart. Our centrally located hotel has specific facilities for mountain bikers including a bike wash, secure bike lock up, and offers ‘bike essentials’ behind reception.
Our one and two bedroom apartments offer specialised bike mats and stands upon request if you wish to store your bike in your room. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff can also assist with information on accessing the Top 3 mountain bike trails in Tasmania as well as other local activities and attractions. If you aren’t travelling with your bike, need transport to trails or need bike repairs, Roll Cycles (Hobart and Launceston) and Hobart MTB Tours are trusted partners of The Old Woolstore.
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