Shaws Ridge Trail
Blue Mountains National Park, New South Wales, Australia
Out-and-back trail in Blue Mountains National Park, New South Wales, Australia. Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 4.6 mi (7.4 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 312 ft (95 m)
- Est. Time
- 50 min
- High point
- 1,070 ft (326 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Along the way
- Historic site: NSW Rural Fire Service 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from start
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Questions about Shaws Ridge Trail
How long is Shaws Ridge Trail?
Shaws Ridge Trail is 4.6 mi (7.4 km) long. Most people take about 50 min. It climbs 312 ft (95 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,070 ft (326 m).
How hard is Shaws Ridge Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Shaws Ridge Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Shaws Ridge Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Shaws Ridge Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (100% under trees).
What can you do on Shaws Ridge Trail?
Best for Mountain biking. Shared with bikes. Surface: gravel.
Where can you eat near Shaws Ridge Trail?
Winmalee Tavern, 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Coles, 0.5 mi (0.8 km).
Is this a good week for Shaws Ridge 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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- Yellow Rock Creek Trail New South Wales · Easy · 3.1 mi (5 km)
- Chapman Parade Fire Trail Blue Mountains National Park · Moderate · 3.7 mi (6 km)
- Transmission Yellomundee Regional Park · Expert · 0.4 mi (0.7 km)
- Nepean River Trail Yellomundee Regional Park · Hard · 8.4 mi (13.5 km)
- The Goat's Track Yellomundee Regional Park · Hard · 0.1 mi (0.2 km)
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