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Longshanks, Pemberton Mtb Park

Mountain Bike inSouth West

  • Less than 1 hour
  • 1 km
    • Mountain Bike Easy
Pemberton MTB Park

An easy trail that extends the novice rider with a long descent. With corners, small natural berms, rollers and whoops there is lots to keep you happy as you head downhill.

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Trail Start

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Longshanks starts from the trailhead on the north side of Pump Hill.

Trail End

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The trail exits onto Rainbow Trail, turn right to head back to the Pump Hill Road carpark

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Longshanks is accessed via the trailhead at the north side of the ‘Pump Hill’ trails. It shares its entry with Drop Bear, but forks to the left a few metres in. 

The trail is suited for beginner to intermediate riders, though everyone is bound to get something out of the flowy, swooping descent. The flatter section at the top gives way to corners, small natural berms, whoops and rollers as you descend the hill, before popping you out with some speed onto Rainbow Trail. There are some technical aspects, including a few pinch climbs and steeper rollovers that may challenge beginner riders. 

Longshanks is part of the Pemberton Mtb Park.

Pemberton Visitor Centre

(08) 9776 1133

Pemberton Visitor Centre

Other Links

  • Pemberton Cycling

    For local mtb trail information

  • Pemberton Visitor Centre

    This is your "one stop shop" for all Pemberton information accommodation and tour bookings. You can pick up all the maps and guides that you will need. Come and see us and make your visit more enjoyable and rewarding. We can book your Pemberton accommodation and tours, provide maps, detailed information on what to do and what to see.

  • Western Australian MTB Guide Book

    The WA MTB Guide Book covers over 50 locations from Kununurra to Esperance for all levels of Mountain Biking.

  • Australia’s South West

    Comprehensive information on the South West region including destinations, things to see and do, accommodation and tours.

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Time / Duration

10 - 15 minutes

Length

1 km

What To Pack

Group C (Mountain bike trails) required.

Trail Start

Longshanks starts from the trailhead on the north side of Pump Hill.

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Trail End

The trail exits onto Rainbow Trail, turn right to head back to the Pump Hill Road carpark

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Mountain Bike

Easy

Likely to be a combination of fire road or wide single track with a gentle gradient, smooth surface and relatively free of unavoidable obstacles. Short sections may exceed these criteria. Frequent encounters are likely with walkers, runners, horse riders and other cyclists. Suitable for beginner/novice mountain bikers in good health with basic mountain bike
skills and using off-road bikes.

Difficulty Notes

Beware of fallen branches

Facilities

Toilets, BBQs and picnic facilities are located at Pemberton Pool
  • BBQ Facilities
  • Bicycle Rack
  • Car Park
  • Coach Parking
  • Dog Friendly
  • Picnic Area
  • Public Toilet
  • Shaded Area
  • Sheltered Area
  • Water Access Points

Best time of year

All year round. Spring - September to November there are lots of wildflowers about.

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Trail Access

Road or Bus to Pemberton, 327km (3.5 hours) drive south of Perth

Prohibited Items

Motor bikes are prohibited
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