Mawson Trail
South Australia, Australia
Point-to-point trail in South Australia, Australia. Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 550.8 mi (886.4 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 18,524 ft (5,646 m)
- Est. Time
- 85 hr 10 min
- High point
- 2,162 ft (659 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Shelter 8.1 mi (13 km) from start
- Shelter: Containers 8.1 mi (13 km) from start
- Picnic area: Cromer Picnic Area 30 mi (48.3 km) from start
- Attraction: Stone Garden 47.7 mi (76.8 km) from start
- Viewpoint 47.7 mi (76.8 km) from start
- Attraction: Langmeil Winery 58 mi (93.3 km) from start
- Attraction: Penfolds Barossa Valley Cellar Door 61.2 mi (98.5 km) from start
- Attraction: Kapunda Ghost Tours 76.2 mi (122.7 km) from start
- Visitor center: Light Country Visitor Information Centre 76.2 mi (122.7 km) from start
- Campsite: Riverton South 103.5 mi (166.5 km) from start
- Campsite: Auburn Caravan Park 116 mi (186.6 km) from start
- Picnic area 116.5 mi (187.5 km) from start
- Shelter 122.9 mi (197.7 km) from start
- Shelter 128 mi (206 km) from start
- Shelter 128.6 mi (207 km) from start
- Shelter 129.6 mi (208.6 km) from start
- Historic site: Clare Rail Centenary 131.6 mi (211.8 km) from start
- Shelter 131.6 mi (211.8 km) from start
- Historic site: Cattle Unloading Ramp 131.9 mi (212.3 km) from start
- Shelter 131.9 mi (212.3 km) from start
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Questions about Mawson Trail
How long is Mawson Trail?
Mawson Trail is 550.8 mi (886.4 km) long. Most people take about 85 hr 10 min. It climbs 18,524 ft (5,646 m) in total, up to a high point of 2,162 ft (659 m).
How hard is Mawson Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Mawson Trail?
25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Mawson Trail?
Drinking water on the way at 122.9 mi (197.7 km), 131.6 mi (211.8 km), 299.4 mi (481.9 km), 343.1 mi (552.1 km). Toilets: 8.1 mi (13.1 km), 61.4 mi (98.8 km), 76.3 mi (122.7 km).
Is Mawson Trail shaded?
Mostly exposed (18% under trees).
What can you do on Mawson Trail?
Best for Mountain biking.
Where can you eat near Mawson Trail?
Highbury Hotel, 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from the start. Shop: Shop, 1.7 mi (2.7 km). 4 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Mawson Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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