Cairns, Queensland · Road route 07

Gordonvale–Goldsborough Valley Return

A rural out-and-back through Little Mulgrave and the Goldsborough Valley approach below the ranges.

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Distance: 40.7 km
Elevation: 310 m
Difficulty: Hard
Ride time: 2 hr 15 min–3 hr moving time

GPX route outline · Starts near Gordonvale

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Route overview

Plan the ride

A rural out-and-back through Little Mulgrave and the Goldsborough Valley approach below the ranges.

Rainforest valley scenery and quieter kilometres

City: Cairns
Surface: Paved rural roads to the national-park access area
Start location: Gordonvale
Recommended tyre width: 28–32 mm road tyres
Estimated ride time: 2 hr 15 min–3 hr moving time
Route data checked: 4 September 2026

The GPX file and page data were checked on this date. This is not an on-the-ground closure check; verify current conditions before riding.

Highlights

Rainforest valley scenery and quieter kilometres. Rainforest valley scenery and quieter kilometres

Hazards

Remote roads, cane trucks, creek flooding, no reception and limited water. Check park alerts; turn back if the access road becomes rough or closed.

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Water

No refill points are verified in this guide. Start with enough water for the route and check any planned refill is open on the day.

Coffee stops

No cafe stop is verified in this guide. Use the planning map to choose a current, opening-hours-checked option near Gordonvale or along the route.

Parking & public transport

Start near Gordonvale. Parking restrictions and public transport access are not independently verified; check the planning map and the local operator before travelling.

Bike setup

Start with 28–32 mm road tyres. Adjust pressure, tread and spares for rider weight, weather and current surface conditions.

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