Adelaide City Centre and its surroundings provide a variety of mountain bike trails, catering to adventure seekers and nature enthusiasts. Some top parks and trails within a short distance from central Adelaide include:
Sturt Gorge Recreation Park, located 13 km south of Adelaide, offers over 40 km of single-track trails suitable for riders of all levels. The park features options like the beginner-friendly 'Surf and Turf' trail and the more challenging Gunners Run via Little River.
Cobbler Creek, positioned 19 km north of Adelaide, is ideal for introducing children to mountain biking. It offers trails like the Beginners' Circuit and 'Easy Does It,' along with jump tracks in Pedler's Paddock with varying difficulty levels.
Glenthorne National Park-Ityamaiitpinna Yarta, formerly O'Halloran Hill Recreation Park, provides 8 km of trails with different difficulty levels, from easy to intermediate and advanced. The trails utilize the park's steeper sections for an exhilarating downhill experience.
Eagle Park Mountain Bike Park, just a 15-minute drive from the Adelaide city centre, offers 21 km of tracks suitable for more experienced riders. Belair National Park, located 13 km south-east of Adelaide, provides a range of trails catering to beginners and seasoned riders alike.
Adelaide serves as a cycling haven, offering bike trails, cycling paths, and two-wheeled tours in various locales such as the city, hills, beachside, and wineries.