Trail Fast Facts
Glenorchy Mountain Bike Park Loop is a 6km, grade 3 hike in Glenorchy Mountain Bike Park, Tasmania. This hike typically takes 2 hours to complete.
Hike Overview
Discover the Glenorchy Mountain Bike Park Loop, a 6km, grade 3 hike in Glenorchy, Tasmania. This invigorating hike takes around 2 hours to complete, offering a blend of natural beauty and thrilling adventure.
The Glenorchy Mountain Bike Park is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, featuring a variety of tracks including Cross Country, Downhill, Mountain Cross, Dirt Jumps, and Northshore. Trails wind through steep, dry Eucalypt forests before opening up into the main jump area, providing a diverse terrain for all skill levels, from beginners to ‘extreme’ riders.
Hikers and dog walkers (on-lead) are also welcome to enjoy the park’s scenic beauty. The North South multi-use track can be accessed from the Mountain Bike Park, making it a versatile destination for various outdoor activities.
For those seeking more information or detailed trail maps of the surrounding area, contacting the Glenorchy City Council is recommended. Additionally, visitors are encouraged to purchase the Wellington Park Recreation Map, available at map shops, Service Tasmania, and the Tasmania Visitor Information Centre. This map, along with the general Tasmanian 1:25,000 series, will enhance your exploration of the park and its environs.
Track Grade
Grade 3 (Moderate) - Walks for Most Fitness Levels: Grade 3 on the AWTGS represents moderate walking tracks. These are ideal for walkers with some fitness who are comfortable with some hills and uneven terrain. While suitable for most ages, some bushwalking experience is recommended to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Tracks may have short, steep hill sections, a rough surface, and many steps. The total distance of a Grade 3 walk can be up to 20 kilometers.
Tips
Many of the tracks at the Glenorchy Mountain Bike Park feature extreme drops, jumps, and obstacles. To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, riders should always inspect the track before riding and stay within their skill limits. When using the park, it is essential to:
- Wear a helmet and other protective gear.
- Ride within your ability.
- Carefully check the area before riding.
- Respect other users.
- Supervise children at all times.
Please note that bushwalking is not permitted on the Downhill Track.
Map and GPX file
Max elevation: 473 m
Min elevation: 126 m
Total climbing: 363 m
Total descent: -363 m
For more information on this trail, visit Greater Hobart Trails
Trail Location (trailhead)
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Getting there
The park is located at the top end of Tolosa Street, just past Tolosa Park. The gate remains locked for security reasons, however you may push your bike through the space provided on either side of the gate. The park is only a few hundred metres past the gate.
Photo gallery
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About the region
The City of Glenorchy is Tasmania's fourth largest city. Glenorchy is in the Greater Hobart metropolitan area in Southern Tasmania. It is about 7 km north of Tasmania's capital city, Hobart, and is nestled below the Wellington Range on the western shore of the River Derwent.
Explore Safe
While planning your hike, it’s important to check official government sources for updated information, temporary closures and trail access requirements. Before hitting the trail, check local weather and bushfire advice for planned burns and bushfire warnings and let someone know before you go. Plan ahead and hike safely.
Let someone know
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Gear to consider
What you carry in your pack will depend on the weather, terrain, time of year, type of adventure, and personal preferences. Having trouble deciding what gear’s right for you? My free planning, food and packing checklists provide an introduction to things your could consider (as well as the Ten Essentials) on your day, overnight and multi-day adventures. Customise your kit according to your personal needs, always considering safety first.Â
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Acknowledgement of Country
Trail Hiking Australia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we hike and pay respects to their Elders, past and present, and we acknowledge the First Nations people of other communities who may be here today.