National Park Southern Kosciuszko Mountain Bike Trails
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Kosciuszko National Park Southern Kosciuszko Photo: Murray Vanderveer Mountain bike trails Journey through mountain Grade 5 aquaduct just past the Ridge Chairlift on the 03 Perisher to Guthega Trail WALK left. If you reach the Guthega Road you’ve woodlands to high country huts. 18km loop Beyond Kosciuszko’s walking missed the turn-off. Take maps Geehi Dam 1:25 000, tracks are a network of trails There is a short tricky uphill section, then Kalkite Mountain 1:25 000 and the trail follows some power lines. There’s a suitable for walking and mountain Nimmo Plain 1:25 000 short uphill to the right then a traverse along bike riding. OR Rooftop’s Jindabyne–Khancoban an open section. Where the trails merge A moderate ride starting from Smiggin keep going straight. Take the trail to cross KOSCIUSZKO ROAD TRAILS Holes. This is also a suitable grade 5 walk. Pipers Creek and then turn right onto the Kosciuszko Road. Return to Perisher Valley Grade 3 01 Summit Trail WALK From the end of the car park turn left. After car park 4km along Kosciuszko Road. 18km loop approximately 5km on the Link Road turn left onto Guthega Road and continue to 06 Geehi Reservoir Ride Charlotte Pass to: Guthega Village where there is a bar and 31km one-way Seaman’s Hut – 6km one-way restaurant open to the public most of Rawson Pass – 7.6km one-way the year. Return the way you came. Take maps Geehi Dam 1:25 000, Mt Kosciuszko – 9km one-way Scammells Lookout 1:25 000 and Youngal 1:25 000 04 Aquaduct Hut Trail A moderate ride from Charlotte Pass OR Rooftop’s Jindabyne–Khancoban although the weather must be taken into 3km loop account. Check weather conditions before This ride will only be possible during peak Take maps Geehi Dam 1:25 000, heading out. Also a popular grade 3 walk. periods. The road from Geehi Dam to the Kalkite Mountain 1:25 000 and Alpine Way will be closed at other times due Nimmo Plain 1:25 000 This is the highest ride in Australia and the to construction works. Call one of our visitor OR Rooftop’s Jindabyne–Khancoban weather needs to be respected – even in centres for current information. summer it can be cold and snow can fall. A moderate ride starting from Smiggin Clothing and equipment adequate for the This difficult ride starts from Guthega Power Holes. backcountry must be carried. Set out early Station with a solid climb up to Schlink and return early, and don’t go alone. Take From the end of the car park turn left. Take Pass. You will pass close to White’s River a break at Seaman’s Hut which was built in the link road to Guthega. After 50 metres Hut which was built as a shepherds hut in 1929 as a memorial to skiers Laurie Seaman turn right onto the KNP management trail. 1934 then used by ski tourers. After Schlink and Evan Hayes. If you plan to ascend Mt This is a steep and rocky downhill ride to the Pass, travel along the valley for a couple Kosciuszko you will need to leave your bike aquaduct. Return the way you came. of kilometres past Schlink Hut, which was at Rawson Pass and walk (1.4km) – so carry built by the Snowy Mountains Authority in a bike lock. the 1950s, before the steep, winding and 05 Pipers Creek Trail undulating descent to Geehi Reservoir. The road has some steep sections but the 14km loop return back along the trail is mostly downhill. Organise return transport from Geehi Go slowly and be aware of walkers. Take maps Geehi Dam 1:25 000, Reservoir or it is a further 27km ride to Kalkite Mountain 1:25 000 and Geehi campground on the Alpine Way. Nimmo Plain 1:25 000 02 There is a moderate descent from Olsen’s Perisher to Charlotte Pass Ride OR Rooftop’s Jindabyne–Khancoban 20km loop Lookout to the Alpine Way. A moderate ride from Perisher Valley car Alternative routes A climbing ride along the sealed surface of park with two small creek crossings. Kosciuszko Road to spectacular views of Alternatively, ride to Schlink Pass the Main Range. From Charlotte Pass you Ride down Kosciuszko Road to Smiggin (11km one-way) and return along the can ride the Summit Trail to Rawson Pass. Holes. From the end of the car park turn left. Disappointment Spur Trail below White’s After approximately 2.5km turn right at the River Hut back to Guthega Power Station. This challenging ride starts from the Alpine Mile Trail. Tin Mine huts are two huts built 07 Burrungubugge Ride Way 2km from Geehi campground at the by the Mt Pilot Tin Syndicate in 1935–36. 15km loop Geehi Walls Trail. It is also a suitable For this section you will need to be fit and Take maps Geehi Dam 1:25 000, grade 4 walk. experienced as it is very steep (you drop Kalkite Mountain 1:25 000 and 1,000 metres in 5km). This will take you to Continue riding past the Old Geehi Hut the Pinch Campground on the Barry Way. Nimmo Plain 1:25 000 turnoff for about 9km. Turn right to Major OR Rooftop’s Jindabyne–Khancoban Clews’ Hut before heading up the Major Grade 5 12 WALK Clews Trail – watch for 4WDs. Major Clews’ Round Mountain Ride This easy to moderate ride becomes more 41km loop difficult the further you go. Hut was built in the late 1950s as the residence of Major Clews, a surveyor for Take maps Toolong 1:25 000 and Park at Island Bend and ride down the the Snowy Mountains Scheme. This is a Jagungal 1:25 000 Island Bend Road about 5km to the Snowy constant climb but finishes near Scammell’s River. Cross the river and continue straight Lookout with great views of the Main Range. This moderately difficult ride starts at the on, then take the first left and go through the Ride the Alpine Way to return to your car. Round Mountain trailhead and travels locked gates. From here it is about 2km to through Jagungal Wilderness Area so stay the river flat area. Take a break here before T RAILS IN WILDERNESS AREAS on the approved trails. It is also a suitable returning the way you came. grade 5 overnight walk for self-sufficient Riding your mountain bike through experienced walkers. Alternative routes Kosciuszko’s wilderness areas is a real If you are feeling energetic continue on to treat. It is only permitted on the following Ride along the Round Mountain Trail, onto the Gungarlin River. trails so please help us protect these special Hellhole Creek Trail and up Dargals Trail, places and stay on these approved trails. returning along the Cabramurra Road. There The ride can also be started at the bridge ADELONG are some steep, loose sections. on the Snowy River, shortening the ride by CANBERRA 11 Pilot Wilderness RideTUMUT about 5km one-way. This also allows for a TO FIND OUT MORE QUEANBEYAN shorter, steeper ride to the Gungarlin River. 53km one-way For further information, including detailed AL PINE WAY TRAILS Alpine Way to: maps and directions, contact Snowy Region Bob’s Ridge – 4.8km one-way Visitor Centre 02 6450 5600, Khancoban Grade 3 08 Thredbo Valley Track WALK Cascade Hut – 22km loop Visitor Centre 02 6076 9373 or visit: Bullocks Flat to Thredbo Diggings You will need to organise a carBATLOW at the Barry nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/kosciuszko- 2.4km one-way Way end. national-park Thredbo to the Old Ranger Station Take maps Chimneys Ridge TALBINGO 6.5km one-way 1:25 000, Charcoal Range 1:25 000 and CARING FOR YOUR PARK This is also a suitable grade 3 walk. Parts Suggan Buggan 1:50 000 • Slow down. Give walkers right of of this multi-use track are currently under way. Long Plain PortRoad Phillip This ride starts from the Alpine Way, at the construction, however, you can access two Trail Cascade trailhead, and travels through theYARRANGOBILLY sections. The first section begins at either CAVES • Stay on formed trails. Avoid skidding Pilot Wilderness so TUMBARUMBAstay on the approved Thredbo Diggings camping area or from the and don’t cut corners. trails. For a moderately difficult ride turn western side of the Bullock’s Flat car park around at Cascade Hut which was built in • Stay away from wet, muddy areas. (car park ‘C’) opposite the Skitube terminal. 1935. It originally had a bark roof which was TracksKIANDRA made by bikes cause erosion. Both routes are signposted. replaced by iron in the 1950s. • Wear your helmet. Tantangara The second section of the track begins at SELWYN SNOWYRoad MOUNTAINS HIGHWAY For a challenging long day or overnightCABRAMURRA ride, Thredbo Village and goes to the Old Ranger • NoSNOWFIELDS bikes on walking tracks. continue past Tin Mine huts to the Nine Station past Bullocks Yard. ADAMINABY Trail Grade 2 Dargals 09 Geehi Huts Ride WALK 10km loop Grey Mare Trail Round Take maps Scammells Lookout Hellhole Mountain Trail Creek Trail 1:25 000 and Youngal 1:25 000 Mt Jagungal OR Rooftop’s Jindabyne–Khancoban KHANCOBAN This is an easy ride with two river crossings Geehi Geehi Trail and also a suitable grade 2 walk. Valentine Start at the Geehi campground and ride Walls ISLAND BEND 2km up the Alpine Way towards Khancoban. Turn left onto the Geehi Walls Trail. After BERRIDALE 3.4km turn left for Old Geehi Hut which CHARLOTTE PASS JINDABYNE was built in the 1940s of large rounded river Mt KOSCIUSZKO ROAD ALPINE WAY stones and restored after the 2003 wildfires.