Mountain Bike Trails in Denniston Plateau

Aerial

Following the old Aerial rope way which transported coal between mines, this track is a mixture of single track over large rock slabs, rock gardens and rutted out 4WD track. Good in all weather and a good option for a final track of the day.

Derail

Derail is a fun downhill option from Pig Route connecting to Sullivans, or a challenging climb the other direction. Pick your line carefully, there are some technical sections which will keep you on your toes. The track has caused some damage to the bikes of those who have not picked good lines, hence the name.

Divine

Divine is a short, sharp undulating descent. It is primarily rocky however there is a short rooty bush section to finish on before you drop down onto the main road. Good fun to finish a ride on.

Drill Track

Drill track has some unique terrain which can take a bit of getting used to, there are some good challenging ups and some fun and flowy downhill sections..

Loopy

This track is good fun both directions, each way has some short sharp descents and equally sharp and technical climbs. There are 3 stream crossing but are all ride able, keep an eye out for the sections which have rock bridges to navigate the streams and muddy sections.

Lunar

Lunar weaves through unique rocky outcrops which make for interesting features.

Miners Track

This track has four marked technical sections. Follow the purple way-point track markers.

Myras

Short track which links nicely from Drill track to Burnetts Face. It has numerous drops at the start and a tight switchback to navigate.

Old Miners

This track is a steep single track and includes several cool features. It drops sharply then weaves up through large boulders and rocky slabs. It is the track which was used by miners to walk between Denniston township to Coalbrookdale mine.

Pig Route

This track has six marked technical sections. Follow the blue way-point track markers.

Ripple Effect

Rocky

Cool views from this track but only if you take your eyes off the large rock gardens on your way down.

Ropers

This is a historic track which linked the Settlements of Burnetts Face and Denniston. The track is named after the hotel at Burnetts Face. This is used primarily to bypass the road ride to get back to the quarry and car park. There is no riding at the beginnng of this track due to it being historical and fragile. Instead there is a steep bike carry until the first major power pole and then a rough 4wd track which leads the rest of the way uphill.

S.O.B

Steep, rocky and narrow track finishing with a steep boarded descent onto Miners track.

Sullivans circuit

This track has three marked technical sections. Follow the green way-point track markers.

Taxman

Taxman is a track which you need to keep your eyes wide open on, it is harsh-just like ya taxes While it is a former 4wd drill track, you will need to pick your line carefully due to the drops and rocks all the way down. It has great views of the Tasman sea and Westport. Suitable for all weather conditions. Once you make it down, there is a gentle option of riding the main road all the way back up to the Quarry carpark, or you can cut back up Pig Route, though this can be a steep rocky climb back to the top.

Teapot

A fun track with diverse terrain and spectacular views. Includes some steep drops which can sometimes be bypassed. The bottom section through the trees requires constant rolling speed to avoid pedal clip. A fun track to finish on.