Reasons You Should Go Mountain Biking In Australia

If you are a mountain biking fanatic, then Australia is the place to be. There are tons of lengthy nature trails that weave their way through various types of terrain, across multiple cities and national parks. Mountain biking in Australia is a great way to see the amazing landscape while getting a workout and experiencing a serious Australian adventure. Breathe in the fresh Aussie air and get up close and personal with nature while flying across the Australian bush.

For riders who are unsure of their mountain biking experience level and want to have multiple options, Otway Ranges, Victoria is the perfect place to go. The area is full of trails for any and every level of rider, and is a great place to spend the day. If you go with the family, some can ride and some can walk because the trails are open for both riders and hikers. Since many of the trails are meant for walkers and bikers, you may have to dismount your bike at parts and walk through especially narrow or steep areas.

For novice riders, there are many simple trails that are not too difficult or advanced. In addition, you do not have to worry about accidentally ending up on an expert trail because each of the trails is marked with a difficulty rating. It is important that you stick to a trail that is within your mountain biking level, because taking a trail that is beyond your abilities can result in you, or others getting hurt.

The trails were designed by an actual professional trail builder, who put time into creating a fun and fast paced trail that expert mountain bikers would enjoy. Expert riders can feel the difference between riding on trails made for mountain bikers and riding on trails made for walkers. These trails were without a doubt made with the avid biker in mind!

If you are visiting the Melbourne area of Australia, there are some great trails nearby in Kinglake National Park. The important thing to remember when riding trails in a National Park is that the area is protected but opened up to the public. If you abuse the area and leave trash behind or stray from the designated trail and damage native (and possibly endangered) flora, access to the area could be restricted for everyone.

Mountain bikers do not only ride on trails made for mountain biking. The Great Dividing Trail in Australia has been gaining popularity amongst mountain bikers as of late. It consists of 4 distinct sections, adding up to about 250km of trails. Because the trails were not designed for mountain bikers, there are areas that are too narrow or steep for bikers to access. In addition, there are also sections of the trails that are restricted to bikers, to keep the environment friendly for walkers.

If 250km of trails is not enough for you then you should try out the Bicentennial National trail which stretches out across more than 5,000km of land. Crossing the country on your mountain bike with the wind in your hair and adventure paved out in front of you will be an unforgettable experience. Since the trails are long, the terrain is diverse and will offer countless photo ops.

Mountain biking in Australia is the best way to experience the natural beauty of a spectacularly breathtaking country. Leave the traditional Australian tours to the tourists, and unleash the adventurer in you by seeing the sites via mountain bike! You will come away with more rugged and authentic photos, and interesting tales of your Australian adventure.