85.8 miles
Distance
6,564 ft
Climb
-6,573 ft
Descent
2,654 ft
High Point
-9 ft
Altitude change
1,758 ft
Altitude min
1,988 ft
Altitude start
1,978 ft
Altitude end
-56.8%
Grade max
43.1%
Grade min
39 miles
Distance climb
39 miles
Distance down
8 miles
Distance flat

The entire complete Centenary Trail in one loop

Detailed Description
Centenary Trail - Complete is a 86 mile moderately popular easy route located near Canberra. This mountain bike only route can be used both directions. This route includes 3 trails. This route climbs 6,564 ft with a max elevation of 2,654 ft then descends -6,573 ft.
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Stats

  • Distance
    86 miles
  • Altitude min
    1,758 ft
  • Altitude start
    1,988 ft
  • Altitude end
    1,978 ft
  • Climb
    1 mile
  • Descent
    -6,573 ft
  • Grade max
    -56.8%
  • Grade min
    43.1%
  • Distance climb
    39 miles
  • Distance down
    39 miles
  • Distance flat
    8 miles

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  • Route Type
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    Both Directions
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    old Canberra Centenary Trail Section 5
    old Canberra Centenary Trail Section 5
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    Thanks for viewing... Section 5 and all other 6 can be found at our Youtube channel - "Ride It MTB Adventures" - Centenary Trail...
    old Canberra Centenary Trail Section 3
    old Canberra Centenary Trail Section 3
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    Thanks for viewing... Section 3 and all other 6 can be found at our Youtube channel - "Ride It MTB Adventures" - Centenary Trail...

    Recent Trail Reports Along Route

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    Centenary Trail North Section
    Nov 9, 2025 @ 1:28pm (Australia/Sydney)
    Nov 8, 2025
    Fantastic ride! Trail is in mint condition! They’ve done a lot of work on it lately!
    Centenary Trail East Section
    Nov 13, 2024 @ 6:05am
    Nov 13, 2024
    Centenary Trail Section 5 – Black Mountain to Stromlo Forest Park
    Apr 27, 2023 @ 5:03am
    Apr 27, 2023
    Arboretum Boundary Road is currently being reconstructed and is closed to all users. Numerous detour options through the Arboretum exist.
    more reports »
    • By awatt100 & contributors
    • #55625 - 882 views

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