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Ride forest trails, follow the coast and stop for something local, from a short family outing to several days of mountain biking.
Bring your bike for a riding holiday, or fit a ride into a road trip. Wild Mersey and the Dial Range have the forest trails, and the shared coastal paths follow the waterfront between towns.
Pick trails that suit your experience, and check current maps before you set off.
Ride three connected areas around Latrobe, Railton and Sheffield, with forest trails and routes to suit different skills and fitness levels. Choose one area for a shorter outing or stay nearby and ride a different part of the network each day.
There’s no uplift or inter-town rider transport service, so plan how you’ll return to your starting point. Ride a loop, allow for the return journey or use your own vehicle to move between trailheads.
Between rides, take in Latrobe’s riverside, Railton’s topiary and Sheffield’s murals, cafés and Mount Roland views.
Start at Warrawee Reserve for forest riding with shorter loops and opportunities to build your…Start at Warrawee Reserve for forest riding with shorter loops and opportunities to build your confidence. Choose easy trails near the trailhead or try more technical options. Access the trailhead at the end of Shale Road, just outside Latrobe. Toilets, showers and a bike wash are available.
See Latrobe trails →Ride the gentle climb up Teleport, then descend on Green Hornet for an approximately five-kilometre…Ride the gentle climb up Teleport, then descend on Green Hornet for an approximately five-kilometre easy loop. Riders wanting more can choose longer routes and more technical trails through the surrounding forest. Start at the Railton trailhead beside Goliath Park, accessed from Giblin Street.
See Railton trails →Choose a shorter forest loop or link climbs and descents for a longer outing through…Choose a shorter forest loop or link climbs and descents for a longer outing through the Sheffield network. Easy, intermediate and advanced options let you build a ride around your experience and energy. Start at the Sheffield trailhead and use the suggested loop maps to plan your return. Afterwards, head into town for food, murals and Mount Roland views.
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Just five minutes’ drive from Penguin’s town centre, Penguin Mountain Bike Park has purpose-built trails and skills features for a shorter ride or a chance to stretch your legs after arriving in the region.
For a longer outing, continue into the Dial Range on Iron Tor and Montgomery Loop, with forest climbs and views across the countryside and coast. Return to Penguin for food and time beside the sea.
There’s no uplift service, so expect to pedal the climbs. The trails are a great option for e-mountain bikes, with routes to choose according to your skills and fitness.
Swap forest trails for sea views on the North West’s shared coastal paths. Choose a short waterfront outing or a longer ride, with cafés, beaches and picnic stops along the way.
Ride sections around Devonport, Ulverstone, Penguin, Burnie and Wynyard. Stop for breakfast, browse a town or collect something for a picnic before continuing.
The paths are not yet continuous, and some connections involve roads or crossings. Choose your section using current local route information. The coastal pathway guide below can help you find facilities and places to pause along the way.
Add another chapter to your riding trip on Tasmania’s West Coast, where mountain landscapes, mining heritage and forest country shape the experience.
Head to the dedicated West Coast MTB website for riding areas, trail grades, maps and information to plan your visit.
Stay near the trails you want to ride, with time for another outing the following morning. Latrobe, Railton and Sheffield put you close to Wild Mersey, while Penguin suits days riding its bike park and the Dial Range.
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Use current trail maps to choose a route suited to your skills, fitness and bike. Check access notices and closures through the relevant trail manager before leaving.
Wear a helmet and carry drinking water, suitable clothing and basic repair equipment. Download maps for forest rides where mobile reception may be limited.
On shared paths, slow down around other users, give pedestrians space and follow signs at road and railway crossings. Confirm e-bike access with the relevant trail manager.
Wild Mersey has three connected riding areas around Latrobe, Railton and Sheffield. Penguin Mountain Bike Park and the Dial Range offer purpose-built riding and longer forest trails, including Iron Tor and Montgomery Loop.
The coastal paths are not yet one continuous separated route. Some connections involve roads or crossings. Choose a section using current local maps rather than assuming the whole journey is off-road.
Bike hire isn’t currently available for the riding experiences featured here, so plan to bring your own bike, helmet and riding gear. There are bike shops for maintenance and parts.
There are currently no guided bike tours available for these riding areas. Plan a self-guided ride using the trail maps and suggested loops linked above.
Yes. At Wild Mersey’s Latrobe trailhead in Warrawee Reserve, start with the easy forest trails near the car park and build up to longer loops.
At Railton, try the approximately five-kilometre loop combining the gentle climb on Teleport with the flowing descent on Green Hornet. Both trails are graded easy.
For a relaxed outing without mountain-bike terrain, choose a shorter shared-path ride around Devonport’s waterfront or Ulverstone’s riverfront and Buttons Beach.
Yes. Bring an e-mountain bike for Wild Mersey or the designated mountain-bike trails around Penguin and the Dial Range. Pedal assistance is particularly useful for the climbs, as these riding areas don’t have a regular uplift service.
For coastal shared paths, a standard road-legal e-bike is suitable. Slow down around pedestrians and other riders, and plan your distance around your battery range.
Yes. Bring your bike on Spirit of Tasmania and make riding part of your North West road trip. Include your bicycle when booking and check the operator’s carriage requirements, particularly for e-bikes and bikes carried on vehicle racks. More information HERE
