Places to Visit

The Snowy Mountains. 450KM via Highway or 560 via Coast road.

Each year, thousands of motorcycles head to The Snowy Mountains, in search of the incredible roads and beautiful destinations. Throughout the region are many small town waiting to be explored. Many riders like to create a loop through the Kosciuszko Nation Park and back their accommodation. There are many options here such as Snowy Mountain Highway, Tooma Rd, Swampy Plains Creek Road, Alpine Way, Kosciuszko Rd and then back to the Snowy Mountain Highway. This 300KM loop should keep you busy all day!

A highlight of the Australian Motorcycle calendar is the charity event called ‘The Snowy Ride’ run by the Steven Walter foundation. This fantastic event aims to raise money for children’s cancer research. They have structured events and rides throughout the day. There are fantastic prizes on offer including a Honda Motorcycle. This event is held in early November.

This region can often have extreme weather during Winter months with many roads snow covered and closed to Motorcycles. It is not advised during the July/August months.

Phillip Island. 1000KM from Sydney.

The home of Motorsport Racing in Australia. Each year, Phillip Island, hosts international Motorcycle racing events such as the Moto GP and World Superbikes. This amazing Race track is set on a cliff edge overlooking Bass Straight. Just 2 hours south of Melbourne, ‘The Island’ is a fantastic venue to watch the worlds best battle for the championship.

In addition to the on track action, Phillip Island is also well known for its nightly Penguin Parade. Watch the famous Little Penguins return home at sunset from the observation decks. Phillip Island is home to one of Australia’s biggest Little Penguin colonies.

Also on the Island is the Koala Conservation Centre, Churchill Island Heritage Farm offering cow milking, sheep shearing and working dog displays.

For those looking to stay during the Moto GP or Superbike weekends, remember to book your accommodation early as it can often book out several months in advance. There is also the trackside camp grounds which is also available for the full Australian experience!

Being based in the Sutherland Shire we are lucky enough to be just minutes from some amazing roads.

Lady Carrington Dr snakes and winds through the 150sq km National Park until it finally opens up at 'Bald Hill', otherwise known as Stanwell Tops.

Stopping at the carpark here is a great opportunity to check out the bikes while you grab something to eat and drink and swap riding stories.

Photo: Bald Hill.

As you continue south over the Seacliff bridge through the small costal towns, there are many beautiful beaches as well as Pubs and Cafe's.

If you continue on further, you will arrive a Wollongong which leads to other destinations such as Macquarie Pass or 'Mac Pass'. 

Image by Keogh's Vision Photography.

Photo: Seacliff Bridge