Recommended for moderate intermediate riders with some technical mountain biking experience. Typically narrow trails with loose, soft, rocky or slippery sections and hills with short steep sections. Riders will encounter obstacles and technical trail features.
Rock & Root is a 400 metre uphill blue trail in the Wooditjup Mountain Bike Network. This trail acts as an uphill link trail between the Cut Cork circuit and the Big Pine Trailhead
About Rock & Root, Wooditjup Trails, Margaret River
Rock and root is a genuine old school blue level technical climb. It has a punchy middle section that can be attacked via the optional A line, or traversed via more gentle switcback option. Its an integral part of the outer loop which provides access to Bender, Big Pine, and Paper trail, so learn to love it!
MRORCA - Margaret RIver Offroad Cycling Association
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Here is everything you need to know before visiting this trail.
Time / Duration
Less than 15 minutes
Length
0.350 kilometre
What To Pack
Group C - Mountain Biking & Gravel
(Mountain bike, gravel and touring trails.)
required.
What To Pack
Group C - Mountain Biking & Gravel
(Mountain bike, gravel and touring trails.)
Always ride with a buddy and ride within your skill level
Bike tools and spares (E.g. Mini bike-pump, spare tubes, puncture repair kit)
Helmet, consider a full-face helmet for more difficult trails
Water
Snacks/ food
Sun protection: sunglasses and sunscreen (SPF 30+)
Additional protective gear: gloves, body armour
For remote trails consider a PLB (Personal Locator Beacon) or satellite phone
For longer trails take extra food and water
Always have a first aid kit (vehicle nearby or on you for longer trails) and check that items are clean, properly sealed, have not exceeded expiry dates and that used items have been replaced
Recommended for moderate intermediate riders with some technical mountain biking experience. Typically narrow trails with loose, soft, rocky or slippery sections and hills with short steep sections. Riders will encounter obstacles and technical trail features.
Typically narrow trails with loose, soft, rocky or slippery sections and hills with short, steep sections. Riders will encounter obstacles and technical trail features. Recommended for intermediate riders with some technical mountain biking experience.
Safety
Mountain biking is a potentially dangerous activity with inherent risks. Ride within your skills and abilities. It should only be undertaken with a full understanding of all the risks.
Facilities
Car Park
Visitor Information Centre
Best time of year
March to November
Fees
No Fees Apply
Trail Access
2WD 250km from Perth, 3km from Margaret River, access on Carters Road
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Wooditjup Mountain Bike Network
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