Canberra, Australian Capital Territory · Road route 06

Canberra Five Peaks Sampler

A compact summit challenge linking Red Hill, Stromlo, Black Mountain, Mount Pleasant and Mount Ainslie.

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Distance: 57 km
Elevation: 860 m
Difficulty: Expert
Ride time: 3 hr 15 min–4 hr 30 min moving time

GPX route outline · Starts near Old Parliament House

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Route overview

Plan the ride

A compact summit challenge linking Red Hill, Stromlo, Black Mountain, Mount Pleasant and Mount Ainslie.

Repeated climbing without leaving metropolitan Canberra

City: Canberra
Surface: Paved summit and city roads
Start location: Old Parliament House
Recommended tyre width: 28–32 mm road tyres
Estimated ride time: 3 hr 15 min–4 hr 30 min 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

Repeated climbing without leaving metropolitan Canberra. Repeated climbing without leaving metropolitan Canberra

Hazards

Several steep summit roads and busy connectors; obey gates and descend cautiously.

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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 Old Parliament House or along the route.

Parking & public transport

Start near Old Parliament House. 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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Download Canberra Five Peaks Sampler GPX