Trails
Trevallyn, Kate Reed and Hollybank MTB trails are maintained by volunteer work.
Please consider coming along to a working bee to help maintain the trails, new volunteers are very welcome and help lighten the load for our longer term volunteers. If you can't volunteer you can still support the trails by donating using the link button below.
The LMBC co-ordinates volunteer working bees with the permission of the land managers.
These working bees help keep the trails in a ridable and sustainable condition for the enjoyment of all users.
No trail work experience is required, volunteers are instructed and supported to do tasks that include raking, trimming trail edges, clearing drainage and shovelling etc. Work bees focus on being inclusive and sharing this rewarding task with people who have a common interest. Casual format, only commit to times that suit you, no pressure.
Volunteers do NOT need to be LMBC members, but you ARE required to register online as an NRE TAS volunteer for personal work cover insurance before attending working bees. Youth volunteers must also register and need to be accompanied by a legal guardian or parent. (Scroll down for registration information and link)
Often LMBC will supply a beverage or two while workers reflect on their achievements :)
Working bees are advertised on the LMBC Facebook page and Instagram and via the email list below.
Upcoming scheduled working bees (Check for possible changes on Facebook and Instagram)
Sunday 22nd September 13:30hrs Kate Reed
Sunday 6th October 13:30hrs Trevallyn
Please consider coming along to a working bee to help maintain the trails, new volunteers are very welcome and help lighten the load for our longer term volunteers. If you can't volunteer you can still support the trails by donating using the link button below.
The LMBC co-ordinates volunteer working bees with the permission of the land managers.
These working bees help keep the trails in a ridable and sustainable condition for the enjoyment of all users.
No trail work experience is required, volunteers are instructed and supported to do tasks that include raking, trimming trail edges, clearing drainage and shovelling etc. Work bees focus on being inclusive and sharing this rewarding task with people who have a common interest. Casual format, only commit to times that suit you, no pressure.
Volunteers do NOT need to be LMBC members, but you ARE required to register online as an NRE TAS volunteer for personal work cover insurance before attending working bees. Youth volunteers must also register and need to be accompanied by a legal guardian or parent. (Scroll down for registration information and link)
Often LMBC will supply a beverage or two while workers reflect on their achievements :)
Working bees are advertised on the LMBC Facebook page and Instagram and via the email list below.
Upcoming scheduled working bees (Check for possible changes on Facebook and Instagram)
Sunday 22nd September 13:30hrs Kate Reed
Sunday 6th October 13:30hrs Trevallyn
When registering to volunteer please note the first two questions are mandatory . The following questions about qualifications are generic for all volunteers and are not requirements for trail work. In the "Northern Groups" section please tick Launceston Mountain Bike Club. (You do not need to be a financial LMBC member)
Please register to volunteer using this link.
Launceston & Region Trails
1. Trevallyn Nature Recreation Area (managed by Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service)
2. Kate Reed Nature Recreation Area (managed by Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service)
3. Hollybank Forest (managed by Sustainable Timber Tasmania)
The tracks and trails within Kate Reed and Trevallyn Nature Recreation Areas are shared use. Please respect other users within these areas and slow down and give way to walkers.
There are also old trails in the foothills and forest around Ben Lomond National Park. A 45 minute drive from Launceston.
Blue Derby Mountain Bike Trails are about 90 minutes from Launceston.
Or for a comprehensive guide of where to ride in Tassie go to either;
https://www.tassietrails.org/
https://www.ridetassie.com
2. Kate Reed Nature Recreation Area (managed by Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service)
3. Hollybank Forest (managed by Sustainable Timber Tasmania)
The tracks and trails within Kate Reed and Trevallyn Nature Recreation Areas are shared use. Please respect other users within these areas and slow down and give way to walkers.
There are also old trails in the foothills and forest around Ben Lomond National Park. A 45 minute drive from Launceston.
Blue Derby Mountain Bike Trails are about 90 minutes from Launceston.
Or for a comprehensive guide of where to ride in Tassie go to either;
https://www.tassietrails.org/
https://www.ridetassie.com
Trail Status
Kate Reed - Open (see PWS Alerts at https://www.parks.tas.gov.au/alerts)
Trevallyn - Open - Many MTB trails still closed, Parks are working to clear fallen trees. updated 27.09.24 (see PWS Alerts at https://www.parks.tas.gov.au/alerts)
Hollybank/No Sweat/Tall Timbers - Open (see STT Road and track closures at https://sttas.com.au/road-track-closures)
Juggernaut - Open (see STT Road and track closures at https://sttas.com.au/road-track-closures)
Kate Reed - Open (see PWS Alerts at https://www.parks.tas.gov.au/alerts)
Trevallyn - Open - Many MTB trails still closed, Parks are working to clear fallen trees. updated 27.09.24 (see PWS Alerts at https://www.parks.tas.gov.au/alerts)
Hollybank/No Sweat/Tall Timbers - Open (see STT Road and track closures at https://sttas.com.au/road-track-closures)
Juggernaut - Open (see STT Road and track closures at https://sttas.com.au/road-track-closures)
Adopt a Trail
The trails are in prime condition thanks to our "Adopt a Trail" volunteers. If you see the "Trail Maintenance in Progress" signs out on the trails please slow down and say hi & thanks!
If you find a tree across a trail take a screen shot of the trail on a map (eg Trailforks) and mark an X where the tree is. This will help us try and get the trees cleared quicker!
Cheers,
The LMBC trails crew
The trails are in prime condition thanks to our "Adopt a Trail" volunteers. If you see the "Trail Maintenance in Progress" signs out on the trails please slow down and say hi & thanks!
If you find a tree across a trail take a screen shot of the trail on a map (eg Trailforks) and mark an X where the tree is. This will help us try and get the trees cleared quicker!
Cheers,
The LMBC trails crew
Remember
After periods of heavy rain please avoid riding the mtb tracks for a few days to allow for them to dry out and avoid further damage and closures.
After periods of heavy rain please avoid riding the mtb tracks for a few days to allow for them to dry out and avoid further damage and closures.
"If you're leaving tracks,
don't ride that trail"
Kate Reed (Download map as a printable PDF)
Trevallyn (Download map as a printable PDF)
Hollybank (Download map as printable PDF)
