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Around About Arklow, Wambenger Trails, Arklow

Part of Wambenger Trails, Arklow network

Mountain Bike
Downhill, Enduro/ All Mountain
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Trail difficulty

This trail is an easy trail to ride, but can only be accessed as part of a 20 km loop, incorporating other trails in the network.

Easy trails are typically flowing open trails on firm terrain with gentle gradients. Surface may be uneven, loose or muddy at times. Riders may encounter small rollable obstacles and technical trail features. Recommended for beginner mountain bikers.

Trail difficulty

Recommended for beginner riders with basic mountain bike skills. Typically flowing, open trails on firm terrain with gentle gradients. Surface may be uneven, loose or muddy at times. Riders may encounter small rollable obstacles and technical trail features.

  • Length 4km
  • Est. time Less than 1 hour
  • Return
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Part of Wambenger Trails, Arklow network

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Around About Arklow is one of several green trails in the Arklow Network and can be ridden in conjunction with Arklow Adaptive, Railway Rise, Highland Highway and Pet Cemetery to form a loop of just over 20 km. 

The network can be accessed from Ray's Trail car park on Harris River Road, just past the winery. See the trail map for network options. 

This trail is part of the following destinations:

Visit Collie

Experience adventure exploring the network of diverse trails, pristine lakes, waterways and river pools. Reconnect with nature in the magnificent national park or relax and soak up Collie’s rich cultural...

Collie Mountain Bike Club

Collie Parks and Wildlife Office

(08) 9735 1988

Collie Visitor Centre

(08) 9734 2051

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Be trail ready

Here is everything you need to know before visiting this trail.

Time / Duration

30 minutes

Length

4km

Trail Access

Collie, 190km from Perth. There are three trailheads for the Arklow network; Dam Trailhead and Ray's Trailhead on Harris River Dam Road, and Mornington Trailhead on Mornington Road.

Trail Start

Around About Arklow starts at the end of Railway Rise Trail

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Trail End

Around About Arklow ends where is intercepts the Munda Biddi, at the junction of Arklow and Dee Jay Roads.

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When to go

March to November

What’s the weather like?

Mountain Bike

Easy

Recommended for beginner riders with basic mountain bike skills. Typically flowing, open trails on firm terrain with gentle gradients. Surface may be uneven, loose or muddy at times. Riders may encounter small rollable obstacles and technical trail features.

Additional information

This trail is an easy trail to ride, but can only be accessed as part of a 20 km loop, incorporating other trails in the network.

Easy trails are typically flowing open trails on firm terrain with gentle gradients. Surface may be uneven, loose or muddy at times. Riders may encounter small rollable obstacles and technical trail features. Recommended for beginner mountain bikers.

What To Pack

Prohibited items

No dogs

Safety

Mountain biking is a potentially dangerous activity with inherent risks. Ride within your skills and abilities.

Ride with a buddy, do not rely on your mobile phone. Coverage in the area is limited.

Facilities

Carpark and information is available at Rays Trailhead. 

More tips for being Trail Ready

Today Apr 20, 8:53pm

17°C

Feels like 18°C

Max 21°

Min 12°

Precipitation: 100%

Visibility: 4.144km

Wind: 9.91km/h NW

8-day forecast

Mon

21°

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Tue

15°

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Wed

17°

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Thu

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Fri

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Sat

24°

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Sun

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Mon

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