Hollybank, including Juggernaut

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'That's the best trail I've ridden in Australia' 
Joey Klein IMBA impression of Juggernaut
20 Dec 2014
"Rob Potter has delivered a Master Class on trail building with the Juggernaut trail. In my opinion, it is without doubt one of the most fun trails in Australia. It is a rollicking rollercoaster of a ride that gets better the faster you go, though there are plenty of rocks to keep your eyes busy on the trail." Wil Barrett - Enduro Magazine

Hollybank - Home to quite possibly the best trail in Tasmania - Juggernaut !


Hollybank Forest Reserve is a parcel of stunning native bushland, parklands and small plantations of exotic tree species, located a short distance from the city of Launceston. The Hollybank site is a perfect 'gateway' facility to the North East Tasmania Mountain Bike experiences, offering an accessible 'taste' of the current and proposed 'wild ride' wilderness trail experiences in the region. The rugged river and predominantly dense forest of Hollybank provide an experience of true remoteness, despite being just a short drive from Launceston.

As a whole, the facility planned offers a diverse riding experience with enticing opportunities for all skill levels and demographics. The site is home to significant tracts of undisturbed native flora, and areas of forest selectively harvested in the past that now appear undisturbed, offering a true wilderness mountain bike experience. The Hollybank site is also benefited by interesting terrain and topography, which includes frequent rocky dolomite outcrops, providing an interesting canvas for the development of engaging and exciting mountain bike trails. Pipers River and Butchers Creek both pass through the development area, contributing to the appeal of the Reserve and adjacent State Forest.

Address - map
12.2 km along Lilydale Rd from the Georgetown Rd turn off at Rocherlea (Black Stallion pub on Corner). Road code is B81. Follow Hollybank Treetop Adventures signage. MAP

Trail Head Services
Water - No but some in toilets
Toilets - Yes
BBQ - Yes
Available at Cricket Pitch picnic ground inside Hollybank Reserve
Shuttle - NO, Vertigo MTB can make more at Hollybank unless you book the whol bus with some mates. 
Bike Hire @ Hollybank - 500 metres down dirt raod, past trail head. At Hollybank Treetops Adventures.

Car Travel Times
Launceston > Hollybank - 20 minutes

Supplies 
Nothing at trail head but accommodation and takeways 10 minutes drive away at nearly Lilydale (on way to Scottsdale) or back in Launceston.

Nearest Bike Shops
Launceston - see Launceston Bike Shops

Mobile Reception
Telstra
Optus - Yes, in places!

Other Activities @ Hollybank
Hollybank Treetop Adventures
Booking are best as they are very popular, especially over summer!
Phone (03) 6395 1390 or call in when you are there. Conducted in groups and tours take 2-3 hours. 

Tree Top Adventure Ropes is awesome and located at the same venue as Hollybank Treetops Adventures.

Hollybank MTB Park Facebook page

History of Hollybank 

Flow MountainBike piece on Hollybank

Flow youtube clip on Hollybank

The Aficionadi clip on Tall Timbers trail

Mike Smith's vid of Juggernaut

Joey Klein on Juggernaut article 


[R]evolution article and GREAT pics


Simon French (Dirt Art) & Joey Klein (IMBA)
Top 2 images and banner by Dirt Art
Hollybank picnic areas