Mountain Bike from Forest to Ocean on the Sapphire Coast

If cranking up the gears on your bike and swerving through kilometres of eucalypts and coastal paths gets you going, Tathra’s awesome mountain bike trails are made for you. With 40 tracks spanning a combined 55km, NSW’s idyllic coastal town of Tathra is a serious biking destination.

But you don’t need to be a seasoned cyclist, there’s an array of gentler cycle paths to suit every age and skill level. So, strap your bikes on your EV’s roof rack and get ready to visit a pedalling paradise.

Tathra: the Sapphire Coast’s number one mountain biking destination

Tathra sits in the shadow of hilly wildlife reserves and beautiful forests. Snaking their way through these beautiful Sapphire Coast landscapes are the many Bundadung mountain bike trails.

Varying in incline and distance, the trails offer both white knuckle rides and genteel journeys, making Tathra ideal for families with kids of all ages.

What kind of cycle rides can I have at Tathra?

The Bundadung mountain bike trails’ main trailhead is located at the amusingly named Poo Ponds Loop. Here you can park your EV, get kitted up and ready to go. There’s also a parking area just off Bega Street for a second set of trails on Tathra’s southern side.

One of the most popular trails is the 14km Fire Shed Loop. Suitable for intermediate riders, with many ups and downs, it climbs to a peak elevation of 127m, weaving in-between trees and zooming down gullies. Then there’s the legendary Kingy’s Climb, a 2.4km ascent to the top of a mountain.

If you’d prefer slower jaunts pedalling at your own pace while drinking in the attractive surroundings rather than adrenaline-fuelled rides, consider the more sedate Little Dickie, a 1km 400m climb overlooking the Bega River. For fun obstacle challenges like gully drops or log rollovers, the southern trails present lots of opportunities to pull stunts.

The best way to complete your Thatha mountain biking expedition? Zipping all the way to Tathra Beach for a cooling ocean dip.

What else is there to see and do around Tathra?

With a typical Sapphire Coast laid-back vibe, Tathra is a place to kick back and chill. Why not make it your base for a mountain biking long-weekend camping or staying at the heritage Tathra Hotel?

When you’re not pedalling at top speed, explore the charming timbered Tathra Wharf’s shops and bars, before slipping on your snorkel for a spot of swimming.

Tathra’s mountain bike trails at a glance

• Tathra and the Bundadung mountain bike trails are 242km and three hours’ drive from Canberra.
• Parking for the Tathra and the Bundadung mountain bike trails is located at Poo Ponds Loop and just off Bega Street.
• There are 40 trails suitable for all skill levels from beginner and intermediate to advanced.
• Tathra is a beautiful coastal town with quaint shops, bars and restaurants. Its beach and surrounding sea are prime snorkelling and scuba diving spots.

Who are Tathra’s Mountain bike trails good for?

Cyclists, families, thrill seekers, groups of friends.

About the ActewAGL evHub

There are now over 20 models of electric vehicles that can go 400kms in a single battery charge ensuring an EV fits seamlessly into your leisure lifestyle. If you need help to find an EV, finance an EV or charge an EV, then visit the ActewAGL evHub today.

For those with an EV, listed below are the three charging stations along the way to help with planning your trip.

---

---

---