Beginner-Friendly Electric Mountain Biking Adventures on the Cooroora MTB Trail
Experience the excitement of mountain biking on the Cooroora MTB Trail with ecoTekk Noosa’s e-MTB hire service. Whether you’re a beginner looking to explore the sport or an experienced rider eager to enjoy the benefits of electric mountain biking, we have the perfect e-MTB setup for you. Our high-quality electric mountain bikes are designed for easy and intermediate trails, offering a smooth and enjoyable ride without the need for ownership. Prioritizing safety and comfort, our e-bikes are not intended for extreme or highly technical trails, making them perfect for riders of all skill levels.
Trail Overview
🚴 Distance: ~19 km | 🕒 Duration: 2 hours | 📈 Ascent: 430 m | 📉 Descent: 430 m | 🏔 Max. Altitude: 193 m
The Cooroora MTB Trail is a scenic and family-friendly e-MTB route linking Pomona and Cooran in Queensland’s stunning Noosa Hinterland. This 19 km return trail offers an enjoyable blend of gentle climbs, rolling terrain, and picturesque landscapes, making it ideal for riders of all skill levels.
What to Expect on the Trail
Starting from Pomona’s Noosa Showgrounds, the trail winds through eucalypt forests, open grazing lands, and sections of Tuchekoi National Park, providing breathtaking views of Mt Cooroora and Mt Cooran. This well-maintained pathway features gradual ascents and descents, ensuring a comfortable yet engaging ride for both beginners and those looking for a relaxed mountain biking experience.
Along the way, stop and take in the scenery at Wirruna Drive Bushland Reserve Lake, a peaceful spot perfect for a short break. The trail also features several bench seats with stunning views of Mt Cooroora, allowing riders to pause, enjoy the surroundings, and connect with nature.
At the halfway point in Cooran, riders can rest and refuel at the Cooran Rec Club before making their way back to Pomona. If you want to extend your adventure or need a break, a railway line services both Pomona and Cooran, providing an alternative way to return—just be sure to check train schedules in advance.
Wildlife & Nature
As you navigate the Cooroora MTB Trail, enjoy the rich biodiversity of the Mary River catchment, home to koalas, tawny frogmouths, and vibrant birdlife. The trail provides an immersive nature experience, making it a perfect escape for riders who want to enjoy a scenic, low-impact, and eco-friendly mountain biking adventure.
Who Is This Trail For?
This 2-hour return journey is perfect for:
✔️ Families looking for a challenging, fun and safe outdoor adventure
✔️ Beginners wanting to explore electric mountain biking
✔️ Casual riders seeking a scenic and relaxed ride
✔️ Nature lovers who want to experience Noosa Hinterland’s beauty
Plan Your Ride with ecoTekk Noosa
ecoTekk Noosa provides e-MTB hire and direct delivery to the trailhead, ensuring a hassle-free experience so you can focus on the adventure ahead. Whether you’re riding for fun, fitness, or exploration, the Cooroora MTB Trail offers an unforgettable journey through Queensland’s natural beauty.
Ready to ride? Book your electric mountain bike with ecoTekk Noosa today and experience the Cooroora MTB Trail like never before! 🚵♂️🌿
What We Offer:
- Beginner-Friendly Bikes: Ideal for those new to mountain biking.
- Family & Group Adventures: Bond over shared trails and experiences.
- Couple Activities: Make your date unique with an e-MTB ride.
- Own Your MTB? So bring a friend(s): Invite a friend to join the fun by hiring our e-MTBs for them to join you on the trials.
Important Tips:
- There are no food or water facilities at the trails, so it’s essential to bring sufficient water and snacks. Packing these in a backpack will make your cycling trip more comfortable and enjoyable.
- A Change of clothes for the return trip home would be advantageous.
Getting There:
Ultimate Cooroora & Woondum MTB Adventure: A Full-Day Challenge for Experienced Riders
For experienced mountain bikers seeking a full-day adventure, combining the Cooroora MTB Trail with the Woondum Trail creates a 39 km loop of scenic, challenging, and rewarding terrain through the Noosa Hinterland. This epic ride takes you from Pomona to Cooran before pushing onward to Kin Kin, offering a mix of rolling countryside, dense rainforest, and breathtaking lookout points.
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🚴 Distance: 39 km loop | 🏔 Max. Climb: over 200 m over 3 km
🕒 Duration: Full-day ride with breaks | 🛤 Surface: Natural trails
⚠️ Skill Level: Not suitable for beginners – requires high fitness and technical ability -
Start your adventure at Pomona’s Noosa Showgrounds, heading along the Cooroora MTB Trail towards Cooran. This 19 km section features gradual climbs, flowing descents, and scenic rest spots, winding through eucalypt forests and grazing lands with spectacular views of Mt Cooroora and Mt Cooran. Keep an eye out for native wildlife, including koalas, tawny frogmouths, and vibrant birdlife. Upon reaching Cooran, take a quick break at the Cooran Rec Club before tackling the more demanding terrain ahead.
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The Woondum Trail extends the challenge, connecting Cooran and Kin Kin through rugged rainforest and tall eucalypt forests. This section introduces steep climbs and fast descents, making it unsuitable for beginners but highly rewarding for those with advanced MTB skills. A 3 km stretch of relentless climbing gains 200 m of elevation, testing both endurance and technical ability.
James M McKane Lookout Park – Mid-Ride Break
At the highest point, take a well-earned break at James M McKane Lookout Park (also known as Tablelands Lookout). This scenic rest stop offers:
✔️ Spectacular rural and coastal views
✔️ Picnic tables to refuel with snacks
✔️ Toilet facilities
✔️ Hitching rails & horse troughs (for multi-use trail visitors)After catching your breath, prepare for an exhilarating descent through the stunning hinterland landscape as you make your way towards Kin Kin.
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After conquering the challenging ascents and thrilling descents of the Woondum Trail, the return journey offers a more relaxed ride back to Pomona. Instead of retracing the steep climbs, follow scenic country roads that gently wind through the picturesque Noosa Hinterland, allowing you to soak in the rural charm and catch your breath after the day’s demanding terrain. This final stretch serves as a perfect wind-down, giving your legs a well-earned break while still enjoying the rolling landscapes and fresh country air. Arriving back in Pomona, you’ll have completed an epic 39 km adventure, blending technical mountain biking with scenic exploration—a ride to remember! 🚴♂️🌿
Electric Mountain Bike Rental Fleet
Tools to plan your MTB Adventure:
- Visit Sunshine Coast Ride On map
- MTB Trail Difficulty Rating Systems explained by International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA)
- Adventure Sunshine Coast Mountain Biking
- MTB trails Bikemaps by @ecoTekkSC
- Sunshine Coast Mountain Biking Trails by Trailforks (detailed track information)
MTB Trail Difficulty Guide
Important: ecoTekk e-MTB rentals are:
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- for use on Very Easy, Easy and Intermediate-rated trails only.
- Prohibited on Difficult and Extreme-rated trails.
- Prohibited from riding through deep water. Water depths (8 cm) that touch or submerge peddles are regarded as deep
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| Difficulty | Symbol | Description |
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| Very Easy |  |
Wide trail with a gentle gradient, smooth surface and no obstacles. Suitable for beginner cyclists with basic bike skills, and most bikes. |
| Easy |  |
Wide trail with a gentle gradient, smooth surface, and some obstacles such as roots, logs, and rocks. Suitable for beginner cyclists with basic mountain bike skills, and off-road bikes. |
| Easy with Intermediate Sections |  |
Likely to be a single track with a moderate gradient, variable surface and some obstacles. Suitable for mountain bikers with mountain bikes. |
| Intermediate |  |
Single trail with moderate gradients, variable surface and obstacles. May include steep sections. Suitable for skilled mountain bikers with mountain bikes. |
Intermediate with Difficult Sections |
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Suitable for competent mountain bikers, used to physically demanding routes. Expect large and unavoidable obstacles and features. |
| Difficult |
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Suitable for experienced mountain bikers, used to physically demanding routes. Navigation and personal survival skills are highly desirable. |
| Extreme |
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Suitable for highly experienced mountain bikers, used to physically demanding routes. Severe constructed trails and/or natural features. |