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5 of the Best Mountain Biking Trails in Sydney - Best day hikes!

This selection of biking routes offers lots of interesting ways to get your daily dose of exercise and escape the urban jungle of the city. Here are some of the finest mountain bike routes in Sydney.

1

Manly Dam

The Manly Dam circuit is perhaps the most renowned in Sydney, and many bike riders consider it to be Sydney's finest mountain biking route. Anyone who has had the opportunity to bike here understands just exactly why. Cyclists will enjoy beautiful views of the mighty Manly Dam and Middle Harbour, as well as a variety of terrain, featuring roots, sandy sections, and difficult technical sections. The circuit's length ensures that there is something for everyone, from lengthy excursions to steep, challenging rocky slopes. If things get too tough for beginners, they need to get off and walk it out. Besides if you're looking for accommodation close to the trail, then you can check out an apartment hotel in Sydney the likes of Oaks Sydney Castlereagh Suites, which is only a 22-minute ride away!

2

Gahnia and Serrata

These two routes in the Bantry Bay Valley of Garigal National Park, both relatively fresh to the Sydney mountain biking circuit, have rapidly established themselves as being among the finest in Sydney. Builders were only allowed to use hand tools in order to have the least amount of environmental effect on this sacred site. This has left a beautiful route with rugged natural features and tall trees. Serrata is made out of natural sandstone, making it more durable than other tracks. While most believe it to be faster and easier than Gahnia, there are several routes providing cyclists with more options.

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Cascades Trail

Being named Cascades, you can guarantee there will be plenty of waterfalls to see. This particular off-road trail in Garigal National Park is ideal for people who do want to go out for a bike ride but would not want to risk a bonk. On this mild course, there really is nothing to worry about. While the route is basic and uncomplicated, there are a few challenging hills for which cyclists must prepare. There are two entrances to the path. You may start at St Ives and bike down to Davidson, or the other way around. One thing to keep in mind is that this wonderful route is also used by walkers and horseback riders.

4

Hornsby Mountain Bike Trail

The Hornsby Mountain Bike Trail is only a short ride from Hornsby on the upper north shore in Sydney. This selection of routes offers something for everyone, with rides across the riding ability range. With recent improvements and upgrades, this route has become one of Sydney's most popular and finest MTB trails. The majority of the riding area is just one-way, so pay attention to the signage. The track's boardwalks provide riders with a much more free-flowing experience than certain other choices.

5

Mill Creek

Although many of Sydney's other best MTB trails have indeed been meticulously installed and maintained by reputable companies, the Sutherland Shire Council coordinates a monthly volunteer effort to keep this network in excellent condition. As a result, many of the artificial characteristics seen on other paths are absent. The rocky sandstone features that drew riders from all over the world are still there, but they have been tightened and strengthened to provide for a more inviting riding experience.

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