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.
What goes down must go up first! Use The Eastern Line to climb to the top, then choose from six downhill trails of varying difficulty for an exciting ride back down. Enjoy the perfect mix of climbs and thrilling descents!
About Eastern Line (Up Trail), Lake Leschenaultia MTB Trails
The central trail stretches 1.3 km with a gentle ascent of just 50 metres. Find your pace and enjoy a smooth ride to the top, where a detailed trail map awaits, helping you easily select the perfect route for your descent. The gradual incline ensures a comfortable climb, making it ideal for all skill levels.
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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.
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
Extra food and water in case of unexpected delays
Additional Useful Items
Winter time gives the best grip. Big knobbly tyres reduce the chance of the bike sliding especially when it is dry.
Hazards & Warnings
When it is dry it can be slippery.
Facilities
Based on the far side of the popular Lake Leschenaultia area this facility boasts a swimming beach, canoes, camping and toilets. On the MTB trails side is a car park and grassed area with BBQ available. Defibrillator located near the office.
BBQ Facilities
Camping
Car Park
All accessible parking
Picnic Area
Public Toilet
Shaded Area
Sheltered Area
Water Access Points
First Aid Equipment
All accessible toilet facilities
Accessible picnic facilities
Accessible BBQ facilities
Coach Parking
Best time of year
Winter months for grip. Summer for swimming.
Trail Access
Lake Leschenaultia is located in Chidlow, just 45 minutes drive east of the Perth CBD and is accessed via the Great Eastern Highway
Prohibited Items
Dogs are prohibited at the Lake Leschenaultia MTB Trails.
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1 trail goers have rated Eastern Line (Up Trail), Lake Leschenaultia MTB Trails as 5 out of 5!
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Jack Dowell-Curby rated Eastern Line (Up Trail), Lake Leschenaultia MTB Trails a 5 out of 5
Jack Dowell-Curby
Reviewed 4 Aug 2024, 3:29pm
An easy climb to the top trail head. I found it easy and I'm a beginner. A few rocky areas and slippery pea gravel but it kept it interesting. Barely an incline and it doesn't last for long.
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