Cycling on tracks and trails is a great way to experience the remarkable diversity of nature and magnificent landscapes found in parks.
There are literally thousands of kilometres of management trails open to cyclists criss-crossing parks in NSW. For the adventurous, exhilarating mountain bike single-track and multi-track experiences are available in certain national parks. For more information on cycling opportunities in the national parks of NSW go to our cycling home page. Please take time to find out about some simple Rules of the trail and safety when cycling in parks before setting out.
Cycling is a great way to enjoy Mount Kaputar National Park and is allowed on all public roads. Cycling is also permissible on management trails such as Scutts Hut Fire Trail and the Baraba Track and is more suitable for mountain biking due to rough uneven surfaces.
Please remember that for track management reasons as well as rider and walker safety, no form of cycling is permissible on walking tracks that are not marked as management trails used by service vehicles.
Barraba Track
- 11km
Mountain biking (medium difficulty)
Barraba Track is a challenging ride from Kaputar Plateau to the eastern boundary of the park. The ride is steep and rough in many places but is a picturesque reward for those up for the challenge. Once you reach the park boundary you can return the way you came or the more adventurous can continue on the public road to Barraba or beyond.
General information
This is a limited-access 4WD road on the eastern side of the park. The vegetation you pass through consists of semi-tropical ferns and grass trees. It's a beautiful part of the park and relatively unspoiled.
Directions: At the junction of Dunnet Parkway (Kaputar Rd) and Summit Road turn right towards Dawsons Spring. Travel approximately 250m and you will see the locked gate and signage for Barraba Track.
Scutts fire trail
- 20km each way (one-way route)
Mountain biking (medium difficulty)
The firetrail begins near Bark Hut and heads south along the ridge between Horsearm Creek on the left and Oaky Creek on the right. Along the way keep an eye out for Euglah Rock, Jokers Spring as well as bountiful birdlife.
Once you reach the southern gate return the way you came.
Please respect local landholders and do not trespass on private property.
Note: please do not block the trail; park your car at Bark Hut, 50m down the road.
Walking (hard, 2 hours each way)
General information
Discover the rugged landscape of Mount Kaputar National Park on your mountain bike on the beautiful Scutts fire trail. The 20km trail winds its way along a ridge between two creeks, through magnificent bushland with amazing views. It makes a great day ride, and while you’re cycling, keep an eye out for the abundant birdlife, kangaroos and other local wildlife.
Before heading back, hop off your bike and walk down the track to check out historic Scutts Hut to see how pioneers lived in Mount Kaputar in the 1940's and 1950's.
Directions: The fire trail begins at the Bark Hut camping ground. About 2 km along the trail you'll come to Jokers Spring on the left. Further along on the left is Horsearm Creek valley.
Location maps
Mt Kaputar Road
- 27km
Mountain biking (medium difficulty)
General information
The road up to Mt Kaputar is an ideal mountain bike ride. It can be steep in places but if you're an experienced rider it should be an interesting challenge. You can stop at the various lookouts and viewing platforms along the way. Bird life and a huge diversity of flora and fauna are major attractions. You'll need a full day to ride to the top and back and it would be a good idea to leave your car at the visitor information bay at the bottom end of the park.
