55km
839m
69% Unpaved
Some technical tracks that can be avoided by sticking to main roads
26km Bungendore
40mm +
Staying in Canberra and perusing some routes to ride I came across this gem which is a Steph Skinner route who is a bit of a legend around these parts.
You won’t see as much as a single car cruising through the pine plantations of the Kowen Forest zagging up and down with plenty of elevated views of surrounding areas.
Bungendore is a very cute little town out the back of Canberra with shops and cafes.
The route follows much of the same ground back but its worth it for the views and fast flowing gravel.
Note: I have been informed by a resident that Mill Post Rd is a private road and they have requested that people do not follow it. I have adjusted the route to reflect this. Unfortunately this involves more freeway riding but I would prefer to respect peoples land & property.
– This ride starts at the entrance gates to Kowen Forest and is easily accessible from anywhere in Canberra
– The one and only lunch stop is in Bungendore at the 26km mark of the ride where there is a bakery and cafes
– 69% of this route is gravel which is all mostly very smooth
– There are short stints on the freeway before and after Bungendore. There is quite a bit of traffic, however, there is a shoulder to ride on.
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One Response
Hi Vince,
Can you please remove the Millpost Lane section from this route. Millpost is private property and there is no public access to the road between Kowen Forest and Millpost Lane.
Thank you,
Harry