Sparrow Hill

Facilities

  • Trails Signposted: Yes
  • Toilets: Yes
  • Water: No
  • Shelter: No
  • Mobile Reception: Intermittent
  • Camping: No
  • Carparking: Yes
  • Nearest Bike Shop: Hammer ‘N’ Cycle, Shop 4-5 166 Crawford St, Queanbeyan, ACT Ph: (02) 6299 6666

General Info

Rated by many locals and interstate riders as their outright favourite track, Sparrow Hill offers a riding experience like no other. East of Queanbeyan lies a must-ride location where many riders have become hooked after sampling just a few meters of these pristine trails.

Trail Map & Directions

Trail Types

  • XC

Tree Thinning Operations

Sparrow Hill is undergoing some changes involving tree thinning which has now commenced.
Make sure you exercise caution when riding around Sparrow, as contractors will be potentially working 7 days a week. It is important that all signage is followed and that parking near the entrance to Sparrow Hill is avoided. Additionally, public access to the areas where machines will be working is strictly prohibited.
You don’t have to avoid riding at Sparrow Hill as over 70% of the tracks are still open.
Click on the links to download the the Public Notification Letter regarding the operations or the updated Tree Thinning Map of Sparrow Hill.

Difficulty Level

With an amazingly flowing design the trails cater to the even the most inexperienced of riders while providing thrills for anyone prepared tackle the smooth, undulating tracks with a pinch of speed.

Distances

Sparrow Hill is rumoured to contain up to 80 km of trails. Visitors will find a comfortable loop of 15 km signposted from the main gate but there are various extensions which can be added to you ride.

Locals Trail Tip

For those seeking a further challenge, “Sparrow Loop” will provide some serious excitement with some tight and tricky rock sections and “Bobsled” will leave you dreaming of the smooth flowing descents that only Sparrow Hill can provide.

  • Interactive Map