Shakes n' Ladders, Lake Leschenaultia MTB Trails Shakes n' Ladders, Lake Leschenaultia MTB Trails



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This trail is packed with man-made features—ramps, ladders, hucks, and drops, along with some berms to keep things exciting. It’s the most advanced trail in the network, so consider extra padding if you're pushing your limits. Riders should scout all features first, as some may be tricky to roll off—know where to jump before you commit!
This is the most popular trail in the Lake Leschenaultia Network and it certainly seems to have the most amount of riders on it.
Perth Hills Mundaring Visitor Centre
(08) 9290 6645
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- 7225 Great Eastern Highway, Mundaring WA 6073
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Time / Duration
15 minutes
Length
1.3km
Trail Start
After taking the Eastern Line up to the Upper Trail Head choose Shakes n' Ladders Trail

Mountain Bike
Moderate
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.
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Additional information
Riders will encounter obstacles, jumps and narrow ladders, recommended for intermediate riders with some technical mountain biking experience.
What To Pack
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
- Extra food and water in case of unexpected delays
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. Defribrillator located near the office.
- BBQ Facilities
- Camping
- Car Park
- All accessible parking
- Picnic Area
- Shaded Area
- All accessible toilet facilities
- Water Access Points
- Coach Parking
- First Aid Equipment
- Public Toilet
- Sheltered Area
- Accessible picnic facilities
- Accessible BBQ facilities
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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