Mountain Biking
Looking to shred? Head to Cringila Hills Community Bike Park* just south of the CBD, for 12km of sweeping green (easy) and blue (intermediate) MTB trails. There’s also a pump track, skills track and interactive playground for all-ages fun. The park can close at short notice due to adverse weather, check the website for opening status before visiting.
To the north, Helensburgh Off-Road Cycle Club provides a great intro to getting down and dirty. Start at the skills park and progress to their dirt tracks, before checking out surrounding informal trails and fire trails, including Cawleys Road. **Please note, this track has re-opened and work will be ongoing throughout the year to restore to pre-closure condition. Check the Facebook page for latest updates.**
World-class mountain biking is set to grace the Illawarra Escarpment, with significant funding announced by the State Government. The first stage of track building is due to take place in early 2023. Further afield, the Kiama Coastal Walk offers a stunning off-road ride to Gerringong.
* Cringila Hills has been awarded 2023 National Winner of Park of the Year.
The Illawarra Escarpment Mountain Bike Network has officially kicked off with the opening of the brand-new Kembla trails – almost 20km of purpose-built green, blue, and black runs designed for every rider. Nestled against the stunning Illawarra Escarpment, the network delivers flowy loops, epic views, and plenty of challenges, whether you’re chasing adrenaline or after a cruisy ride with mates. With multiple access points, carefully crafted trail design, and options for all ages and skill levels, it’s a safe, sustainable, and seriously fun way to explore Wollongong on two wheels. And this is just the beginning – more stages of the network are already in progress, promising even more unforgettable mountain biking adventures to come.
Learn more about the Illawarra Escarpment Mountain Bike Network here.
Local Community Pump Tracks
Cringila Hills Mountain Bike Park
Explore our city’s newest mountain bike trails in the hills of Cringila, with sweeping views over Wollongong’s iconic industrial landscape towards the ocean and Lake Illawarra.
Helensburgh Mountain Bike Park
Helensburgh Mountain Bike Park is a thrilling destination for riders of all levels, offering a variety of trails through lush bushland. With its challenging terrain, scenic views, and well-maintained tracks, it’s the perfect spot for an adrenaline-packed day out in nature.
Illawarra Criterium Track and Velodrome
Opened in September 2022, this closed-loop course at Unanderra is great for bike riders of all levels. Other non-motorised wheels are also welcome, such as scooters or rollerblades.