After a late start we arrived at the historic and picturesque village of Linville - to cycle along a very scenic section of the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail.
From Linville Station the trail climbs up the Blackbutt Range at a steady 3 to 5 degree ascent with magnificent valley views. Along the way there are a number of steep creek crossings, with lush bush surrounding little rockpools.
The track passes through a variety of scenery, initially travelling through rural landscapes and slopes covered with grass trees. Climbing higher, beside the track lies a small hut, rail worker camps and fettler's rest area.
Upon entering the Benarkin State Forest the bell birds called out as we rode between subtropical rainforest, eucalypt and sections of hoop pine plantations which were established in the 1920s. From Bernarkin the trail continues climbing onto Blackbutt.
After a morning of pushing uphill (a total climb of 22km), it was now time to turn around and enjoy a wonderful downhill.
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