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Mountain biking in Cornubia Forest Nature Refuge offers an extensive network of trails with diverse terrain, located just 25 minutes from Brisbane CBD. The refuge is characterized by its raw natural single track, lush forests, and areas featuring significant rock formations and gully drops. This natural setting provides an authentic mountain biking experience across varied landscapes.
Last updated: July 2, 2026
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41
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9.73km
00:58
190m
190m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.03km
00:31
100m
100m
Hard mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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259
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34.5km
03:03
520m
520m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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14.6km
01:19
280m
280m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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11.6km
01:04
220m
220m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Daisy Hill Quarry is a former quarry that has now become a quiet, sheltered lake, framed by lush bushland. This lookout perched on exposed sandy rock offers a stunning view of the still, dark blue waters, bordered by aquatic plants. Surrounded by eucalypt forest, the steep quarry walls, along with the regrowth of vegetation, soften the reminders of its industrial history, making it a peaceful place to pause and enjoy the scenery.
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Daisy Hill Conservation Park is a beautiful eucalypt forest reserve dedicated to both conservation efforts and recreational activities. It includes a well-established network of trails that are perfect for shared use and is home to koalas and a variety of native wildlife. While you're here, you can also explore the Daisy Hill Koala Centre within the park. The terrain is mostly gentle, with wide pathways and areas of denser bushland scattered throughout, making it an inviting destination for nature lovers.
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Watch out for walkers on the bike tracks.
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follow the main firetrack for 2.5km(from the main carpark off daisy Hill rd)
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There are over 30 mountain bike trails in Cornubia Forest Nature Refuge, catering to various skill levels. This includes 8 easy, 21 moderate, and 3 difficult routes.
Yes, Cornubia Forest Nature Refuge offers 8 easy mountain bike trails. An excellent option for beginners is the Mountainbike loop from Boom-ber-pee Nature Refuge, which is 9.7 km long and takes about 1 hour to complete, providing a good introduction to the forest's natural environment.
The trails in Cornubia Forest Nature Refuge are known for their raw natural single track, featuring diverse terrain including dirt and rocky sections. You can expect trails with berms, jumps, and challenging technical elements, as well as significant rock formations and gully drops, offering an authentic mountain biking experience.
Yes, there are 3 difficult trails for advanced riders. For a challenging experience, consider the Cornubia Forest Nature Refuge loop from Shailer Park, a 5.0 km path featuring varied surfaces and technical sections.
For a longer ride, the Chipline Trail loop from Shailer Park is a moderate 35.9 km trail that leads through dense woodlands and natural single track, typically completed in about 3 hours 10 minutes.
The area is highly rated by the komoot community, with an average score of 4.5 stars from over 40 reviews. Riders often praise the diverse terrain, the authentic raw natural single track, and the lush forest environment that provides a refreshing outdoor experience.
While the refuge offers a range of difficulties, including easy trails, specific family-friendly routes are not explicitly highlighted. However, the 8 easy trails provide options that might be suitable for families with some mountain biking experience. The Boom-ber-pee Nature Refuge loop from Shailer Park is an easy 11.6 km route that could be considered.
While specific parking locations are not detailed, Cornubia Forest Nature Refuge is readily accessible, located just 25 minutes from the Brisbane CBD. Trailhead access points typically have designated parking areas for visitors.
The region research indicates the refuge is easily accessible from Brisbane CBD, suggesting public transport options might be available to nearby areas. However, direct public transport routes to specific trailheads are not detailed. It's advisable to check local transport schedules for the best way to reach the refuge.
The provided information does not specify the dog policy for mountain bike trails within Cornubia Forest Nature Refuge. It is recommended to check with local park authorities or official refuge guidelines regarding pet regulations before visiting.
The region's lush forests are particularly green after rain, suggesting that cooler, drier periods might offer the most comfortable riding conditions. However, the refuge is generally suitable for mountain biking year-round, with conditions varying seasonally.
Yes, many trails in Cornubia Forest Nature Refuge are designed as loops. Examples include the Mountainbike loop from Shailer Park (14.6 km, easy) and the Mountainbike loop from Boom-ber-pee Nature Refuge (9.7 km, easy).


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