The Pinnacle Nature Reserve is a 154-hectare natural area situated on Canberra's southern boundary, characterized by diverse landscapes including dry sclerophyll forests, open woodlands, and rocky knolls. This reserve, part of the wider Canberra Nature Park, provides a varied terrain suitable for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, and more. From its higher points, panoramic views extend across the Brindabella Mountains, Tidbinbilla Range, and landmarks like Parliament House. The area protects critically endangered Yellow Box–Blakely's Red Gum Grassy Woodland, contributing to its rich ecological value for outdoor enthusiasts.
The Pinnacle Nature Reserve offers a range of activities for those seeking outdoor experiences. Hikers can explore numerous trails that traverse varied environments, from woodlands to open areas, with routes suitable for different skill levels, including family-friendly hikes in The Pinnacle Nature Reserve. Cyclists can enjoy the reserve's network of management trails, with options for mountain biking and traffic-free bike rides, while road cyclists can find routes around the perimeter. For those interested in running, dedicated running trails are also available. Across these activities, more than 32,000 visitors have shared their experiences, resulting in an average rating of 4.64 out of 5 stars for the routes in The Pinnacle Nature Reserve.
105
Routes
4.7
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Average rating
1897
People visited

4.5
(4)
119
hikers
7.21km
01:50
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(2)
40
hikers
4.22km
01:05
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
18
hikers
19.9km
05:07
90m
80m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
hikers
3.61km
01:00
70m
70m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(1)
193
riders
17.9km
01:40
270m
270m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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172
riders
15.1km
01:28
330m
330m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

61
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.5
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44
riders
14.2km
01:11
170m
170m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(4)
108
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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47
riders
22.7km
01:46
300m
300m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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52
riders
31.8km
02:28
400m
400m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(1)
40
riders
18.1km
01:35
240m
240m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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43
riders
24.4km
01:23
360m
360m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

24
riders
56.5km
02:47
540m
540m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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22
riders
27.1km
01:07
160m
160m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

15
riders
26.5km
01:14
230m
230m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
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12
riders
18.5km
01:26
250m
250m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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20
riders
27.9km
02:12
500m
500m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
19.2km
01:31
250m
250m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
5
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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14
runners
15.6km
01:45
300m
300m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
runners
9.74km
01:06
240m
240m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

15
runners
21.0km
02:36
760m
760m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
runners
10.7km
01:09
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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The Pinnacle Nature Reserve is a 154-hectare natural area located on Canberra's southern boundary. It is part of the wider Canberra Nature Park and features diverse landscapes including dry sclerophyll forests, open woodlands, and rocky knolls. The reserve protects critically endangered Yellow Box–Blakely's Red Gum Grassy Woodland.
The Pinnacle Nature Reserve offers a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, jogging, and gravel biking. The reserve's network of trails allows for exploration and scenic rides. More than 32,000 visitors have shared their experiences on komoot.
The reserve provides trails suitable for various skill levels, including options for beginners. Hikers can explore diverse environments from woodlands to open areas. For specific routes, consult guides such as Hiking in The Pinnacle Nature Reserve.
Yes, The Pinnacle Nature Reserve offers family-friendly hiking options. These routes traverse varied environments and are suitable for different skill levels. A dedicated guide for these trails is available: Family-friendly hikes in The Pinnacle Nature Reserve.
Mountain biking is a popular activity within The Pinnacle Nature Reserve, particularly on management trails. The reserve's network of trails allows for exploration and scenic rides. For detailed routes, refer to the MTB Trails in The Pinnacle Nature Reserve guide.
Road cyclists can enjoy routes around the perimeter of The Pinnacle Nature Reserve, connecting to other parts of the Canberra Nature Park. These routes offer scenic views of the surrounding area. Specific routes are detailed in the Road Cycling Routes in The Pinnacle Nature Reserve guide.
From higher points in the reserve, panoramic views extend across the Brindabella Mountains and Tidbinbilla Range to the west. To the east, landmarks like Parliament House, Lake Burley Griffin, and Black Mountain are visible. The highest point, 'The Pinnacle,' stands at 708 meters (2,323 feet) above sea level.
The provided information does not specify whether dogs are allowed in The Pinnacle Nature Reserve. Visitors should check local regulations regarding pets in Canberra Nature Park. Always ensure responsible pet ownership if allowed.
The Pinnacle Nature Reserve is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 32,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the reserve have an average rating of 4.64 out of 5 stars. There are 2 routes currently listed for hiking.
Komoot offers several guides for The Pinnacle Nature Reserve, including Family-friendly hikes, MTB Trails, and Road Cycling Routes. Other guides cover general hiking, cycling, and running trails.
The official website for information related to The Pinnacle Nature Reserve and the broader Canberra Nature Park is provided by the ACT Government. The website is environment.act.gov.au/parks-conservation.
The reserve protects critically endangered Yellow Box–Blakely's Red Gum Grassy Woodland, an important ecological community. It also features dry sclerophyll forests with eucalypts such as red stringybark, scribbly gum, and yellow box, as well as native cypress. The area is a key link for wildlife movement.

