Convict, Goat Farm Mountain Bike Park Convict, Goat Farm Mountain Bike Park
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Convict is an easy cross country loop trail that winds through the trees along the side of the Convict Creek and concludes at a bridge crossing. This trail was designed with less experienced riders in mind. The gentle undulating terrain makes this an excellent adventurous trail for parents riding with young children.
Convict is rated as an adaptive trail and is suitable for hand cyclists (Adaptive 3.5).
For a longer ride or a more challenging experience, Convict can be combined with other trails in the Goat Farm Mountain Bike Park. Combine Probation, Convict, Banishment and Ngarna for the ultimate cross country exploration of the Goat Farm on easy (Green) trails.
What's in a name? Dating back to the early colonial days, the Goat Farm was a convict depot where convict labour was used to mine bluestone from the quarries. Keep an eye out for some of the original stone footings as you ride.
The Goat Farm Mountain Bike Park contains over 20km of mountain bike trails and a dedicated Skills Park with skills and jump areas. The Goat Farm trails range from Easy (Green) to Extreme (Double Black) and include four trails suitable for adaptive cyclists.
Visitor Information Centres
Other Links
- Break The Boundaries
- Goat Farmers MTB Park action group
- Westcycle
- Perth Mountain Bike Club
- DBCA Park Alerts - latest info' on trail closures
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Time / Duration
Up to 20 minutes depending on rider ability
Length
0.6km loop
What To Pack
Group C (Mountain bike trails) required.
What To Pack
Group C (Mountain bike trails)
- Group A and B items (see Trail Tips) plus
- Gloves to prevent blisters
- Spare inner tubes or puncture repair kit, pump, tool kit
- Mountain bike shoes and clipless pedals are recommended
Additional Useful Items
No drinking water available in parkTrail Start
You can access the trail start point from the Goat Farm access road or via Probation trail
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.
Visit Trail Tips for further information.
Difficulty Notes
An Easy adaptive loop trail that is rated suitable for hand cyclists, Adaptive Rating: 3.5
Hazards & Warnings
Summer months (December to April) can be extremely hot. The trail has a natural surface which may include granite, rock and gravel, so caution is advised.
Safety
In case of an emergency on the trail, always carry a mobile phone and basic first aid supplies. The nearest hospital is St John of God Midland Public Hospital.
Facilities
The main trailhead is adjacent to the car park. Trailhead facilities include toilets, picnic tables, an information shelter and shaded areas to take a break between rides. There is also a small racehut style shelter close to the start of this trail if required.
- Dog Friendly
- Picnic Area
- Public Toilet
- Shaded Area
- Sheltered Area
- All accessible toilet facilities
Best time of year
mid April to October
Trail Access
Road, Train Bus or Ride
Prohibited Items
Dogs on leads permitted at the Main Trailhead.
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