Scone Mountain bike trails

Scone Mountain National Park

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Overview

Ride 3km network of mountain bike trails located in Scone Mountain National Park. With trails suitable for all skill levels, why not bring your family or friends to Scone on a cycling adventure?

Where
Scone Mountain National Park in Country NSW
Accessibility
No wheelchair access
Distance
3km of trails
Time suggested
2-3 hr
Equipment
provided
No. Please bring and wear a cycling helmet.
What to
bring
Drinking water, sturdy shoes, suitable clothing, sunscreen, lunch
Please note
  • Downhill cycling on Scone Mountain management trail is prohibited. It’s for walking and uphill cycling to access entry points only. 
  • Blakely’s Descent trail is for experienced riders only.
  • Trails are made of natural materials so could be slippery during and after heavy rain. Protect the trails by staying off them when they're wet.
  • Stick to marked trails to help protect threatened ecological communities and vulnerable birds in the park.

Scone Mountain bike trails are great fun if you'd like to explore the park on your mountain bike. Only a quick 2km drive or 20-minute cycle from Scone, the 3 trails are suitable for different skill levels, from easy to hard.

The adrenaline-fuelled, challenging rides are located at the top while the easier sections start near the bottom of Scone Mountain management trail. Climb the management trail to find the entry point to the each of the different options and choose where to start your adventure.

Grants Trail is the first and easiest trail you will find. The kids will enjoy this easy 1.1km ride through the trees.

Rock Garden Trail is next and of moderate difficulty. You'll need some mountain biking experience to tackle 1km of steep sections and obstacles, but you’ll be rewarded with unique rock formations and scenery.

The hardest ride is Blakely’s Descent, a thrilling 900m section for experienced mountain bike riders only. Drops, jumps, berms, obstacles, steep climbs, and descents will get your heart pumping while you enjoy views over Scone and its surroundings.

The 3 trails blend into the natural environment of the park and you might even spot birds like glossy black-cockatoos or speckled warblers as you peddle downhill through the trees.

For directions, safety and practical information, see visitor info

Current alerts in this area

There are no current alerts in this area.

Local alerts

For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/cycling-trails/scone-mountain-bike-trails/local-alerts

Park info

Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about Scone Mountain bike trails.

Getting there and parking

To get there from Scone:

  • Turn into Susan Street from Kelly Street.
  • Continue to the intersection and turn left into Noblet Road.
  • After 500 metres, the Scone Mountain management trail and track head is located on the right-hand side.

Road quality

  • Sealed roads

Vehicle access

  • 2WD vehicles

Weather restrictions

  • All weather

Parking

Minimal parking for up to 6 vehicles is available at the track head off Noblet Road.

Overflow parking is available by the Upper Hunter Shire Council Depot, and at Murray Bain Oval, around 700m from the park.

By bike

Cycling to the trails from Scone is possible as it’s only 2km away.

Facilities

  • Drinking water, toilets and parking are available at Murray Bain Oval, 700m from the track head. There are also public toilets 2km away in Scone township.
  • There are no bins so you’ll need to take all rubbish with you.

Carpark

  • Minimal parking for up to 6 vehicles is available at the track head off Noblet Road.
  • Overflow parking is available by the Upper Hunter Shire Council Depot, and at Murray Bain Oval, around 700m from the park. 

Maps and downloads

Safety messages

Cycling safety

Hundreds of cyclists head to our national parks for fun and adventure. If you're riding your bike through a national park, read these mountain biking and cycling safety tips.

Accessibility

Disability access level - no wheelchair access

Permitted

Cycling

  • Cycling to the trails from Scone is possible as it’s only 2km away.
  • Riding down Scone Mountain management trail is not permitted. You may ride up the trail to access the trail of your choice.

Prohibited

Pets

Pets and domestic animals (other than certified assistance animals) are not permitted. Find out which regional parks allow dog walking and see the pets in parks policy for more information.

Smoking

NSW national parks are no smoking areas.