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Bruce Ridge Trailhead and Map – Poo Pines Trailhead loop from Macarthur Avenue

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Australia

Australian Capital Territory

Bruce Ridge Trailhead and Map – Poo Pines Trailhead loop from Macarthur Avenue

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Bruce Ridge Trailhead and Map – Poo Pines Trailhead loop from Macarthur Avenue

04:16

50.2km

660m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 11, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 22.6 km for 214 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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6.74 km

Diffusa Loop, Bruce Ridge Nature Reserve

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Fun beginner loop along The North Face, Whoopee and Rake Hoe

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8.76 km

Bruce Ridge Trailhead and Map

Highlight • Trail

Full map of the Bruce Ridge trails, accessible from the nearby bikepath and carpark on Dryandra Street.

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10.4 km

Bruce Ridge Nature Reserve

Nature Reserve

21.6 km

View of the National Arboretum Canberra

Highlight • Viewpoint

What a spot! Probably the best ride this close to the city.

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22.7 km

STEP Regional Botanic Garden

Nature Reserve

23.9 km

Cherry Blossom Tree at the Arboretum

Highlight • Natural Monument

The Arboretum really is a great place to ride during spring.

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24.7 km

Dairy Farmers Hill Lookout

Viewpoint

28.9 km

Poo Pines Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

Starting point for the downhill routes

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43.9 km

Dirt Road in Black Mountain Nature Reserve

Highlight • Trail

Part of the Canberra Centenary Trail and a great route to link up Canberra City and the Arboretum.

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50.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

25.6 km

16.1 km

7.63 km

684 m

162 m

Surfaces

23.9 km

16.9 km

7.65 km

981 m

624 m

140 m

Elevation

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Highest point (680 m)

Lowest point (540 m)

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Monday 13 July

11°C

4°C

94 %

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