THE COURSE
The course follows the golden pipeline from Kalgoorlie to the Perth Hills, with most of the trail unsealed and varied. Expect rutted tracks, sandy sections, rocky outcrops and some long fast stretches that will test your endurance. The course is not considered technical, but it will challenge you. Track conditions can change year on year.
📍 Kalgoorlie to Coolgardie - 45km*
📍 Coolgardie to Southern Cross -184km
📍 Southern Cross to Merredin - 116km
📍 Merredin to Grass Valley - 172km
📍 Grass Valley to Parkerville - 78km
Total: 600km over 5 days
Course Overview
Day 1: Kalgoorlie to Coolgardie (45km)
A gentle start. After a light lunch and rider briefing, you head out of town and meet the pipeline for the first time. Camp overnight at the Coolgardie Golf Course.
Day 2: Coolgardie to Southern Cross (184km)
The big one. An early start, a long gentle incline and classic outback scenery. Keep an eye out for emus.
Day 3: Southern Cross to Merredin (116km)
Hump day. Shorter but don't be fooled. Sandy tracks, windy conditions and a lot of directional changes keep you on your toes. The Wheatbelt scenery makes up for it. Bar open from 4pm.
Day 4: Merredin to Grass Valley (172km)
Varied terrain through private farmland with some challenging climbs and rocky descents. The final camp. Get ready to settle those fines.
Day 5: Grass Valley to Parkerville (78km)
The Perth Hills finish with a bang. A punishing but rewarding climb to the finish line, via the famous Baker's Hill Pie Shop.
Route subject to change each year.
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