- Length
- 35 km
- Start
- Hasties Swamp (south of Atherton)
- Finish
- McIver Road, Mareeba
- Region
- Atherton Tablelands, Far North Queensland
- Difficulty
- Easy grade, following the old Atherton to Mareeba railway line
E-bike rules on this trail
The council page bans motorbikes and vehicles (penalties apply) but does not mention e-bikes. Queensland rules: compliant pedal-assist e-bikes only (max 250 W, assistance to 25 km/h). Rail trails are exempt from the age and licence rules that started on 31 August 2026.
Queensland e-bike laws · Is my e-bike legal? 1-minute check
Highlights
- Shared off-road trail joining Atherton and Mareeba along the old railway line
- Starts at the Hasties Swamp bird hide
- Open to walkers, cyclists, runners and horse riders
Before you go
- The council advises carrying plenty of water and light snacks
- Dogs must be on a lead. Dismount at road crossings and close all gates
- The tourism listing noted some Mareeba parts were still under construction. More information is at tablelandstrails.com
Common questions
Can you ride an e-bike on the Atherton Tablelands Rail Trail?
The council page bans motorbikes and vehicles (penalties apply) but does not mention e-bikes. Queensland rules: compliant pedal-assist e-bikes only (max 250 W, assistance to 25 km/h). Rail trails are exempt from the age and licence rules that started on 31 August 2026.
How long is the Atherton Tablelands Rail Trail?
35 km, from Hasties Swamp (south of Atherton) to McIver Road, Mareeba.
Sources
- Rail Trail Connection Celebrations – Tablelands Regional Council
- Atherton Tablelands Rail Trail – Tablelands Regional Council
- Atherton Tablelands Rail Trail – Atherton Tablelands tourism
- E-bike rules in Queensland – qld.gov.au
- Areas you can ride your e-mobility device without age or licensing restrictions – qld.gov.au
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