Sutherland Shire has three purpose-built tracks for BMX and mountain bike riders. These tracks are free to use and suitable for riders of all ages and abilities. You can also ride your bike on fire trails and on NSW National Parks cycling routes or mountain bike trails.
Recommended tracks in the Royal National Park include Loftus loop trail, a 10km mountain bike ride sure to get your heart pumping, and Lady Carrington Drive, an historic track near Audley that follows the river.
Sometimes people create informal bike jumps in public parks and reserves. Council monitors unauthorised jumps for public safety risk and environmental damage.
BMX and mountain bike facilities
The Ridge Pump Track
One of the biggest pump tracks in Australia, with 954 square metres of curves, dips and transitions, suitable for riders of all ages and skill levels. The track is part of a large, fully fenced facility with accessible toilet facilities, shade structures and parking within the Ridge Sports Complex.
The Ridge Sports Complex, 40 Recreation Drive, Barden Ridge.
Mill Creek Mountain Bike Trails
Mill Creek Mountain Bike Trails are located in Sydney's south, within the Lucas Heights Conservation Area, and are managed by Sutherland Shire Council.
The trail network and rehabilitation of the Lucas Heights Conservation Area has been undertaken by volunteers under the guidance of Sutherland Shire Council Bushcare since 2011. Continuing improvements are made with ongoing support from Mill Creek Trail Association Inc. The trails provide experiences for beginners to more experienced riders, featuring skill development trails such as Whipper Snapper, contemporary flow and jump orientated trails such as Hit the Turps and Acacia Missed It, as well as more traditional technical sandstone feature filled trails such as Black Hawk Down and Pump Action.
The trails are a maintained by a team of volunteers. Working bees are held on the second Saturday of each month. Contact our Bushcare team to sign up as a volunteer. Download a map of the track route: Mill Creek MTB Trails Map - PDF - 417 KB.
2280 Heathcote Road, Lucas Heights.
Waratah Park Mountain Bike Short Track
The perfect track to develop new skills. Featuring tight and twisty corners, jumps, rock gardens and multiple lines. With parking and floodlights.
40 Rawson Avenue, Sutherland (part of the Waratah Park Cycling Track).
Useful links
Cycling news and events - cycle routes and links to Sutherland Shire cycling facilities.
Open Space planning for our future - details Council's plans to support active lifestyles in the unique and valued open spaces of Sutherland Shire.
Shire maps - aerial shots since 1930, zoning maps, fire trails and more.
National Park guidelines for cycling and mountain biking - simple tips for responsible riding.
Trailforks - interactive trail maps.