Pisa Range / Lake Mckay Trail
Family friendly bike trail
Mountain Biking Moderate
- Distance
- 21 km
- Ascent
- 173 m
- Descent
- 1.8 km
- Duration
- 1-2 hrs
- Low Point
- 291 m
- High Point
- 1.9 km
- Gradient
- 9˚
This is a popular mountain biking route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's not remote, it features high exposure and is typically done between September and May. From a low point of 291 m to the maximum altitude of 1.9 km, the route covers 21 km, 173 vertical metres of ascent and 1792 vertical metres of descent.
Description
Starting at the Pisa Range and finishing at the Luggate township, this MTB trail is mainly downhill, crossing farmland with 360 views.
Difficulty
Moderate
Mostly stable trail tread with some variability, with unavoidable obstacles 8in/20cm tall or less. Other obstacles such as rock gullies and steep sections may exist. Ideal for lower intermediate riders.
High Exposure
Some trail sections have exposed ledges or steep ascents/descents where falling could cause serious injury.
Remoteness
Close to help in case of emergency.
Best time to visit
Features
- Flow
- Picturesque
- Singletrack
- Rock Slabs