Toowoomba Gravel Muster 5.0
Toowoomba Gravel Muster 5.0
Sunday 11 October, 2026
A social gravel ride exploring the beautiful landscapes north and west of Goombungee. The ride will leave and return from the Pioneer Park, Goombungee and join your fellow riders for a drink and lunch at the Pioneer Arms.
Three marked courses to suit all levels of fitness. This will be undulating and flat terrain so suitable for everyone.
•Mustang – 112 km (1550 m elevation, 75% gravel)
•Bally Bullock – 80 km (1150 m elevation, 78 % gravel)
•Jolly Jumbuck - 55 km (800 m elevation, 66% gravel)
Event details
Location – the ride will leave from Pioneer Park, Goombungee. Car parking is available around the park, particularly along the eastern side on Barker St. Registration point will be at the picnic tables in the park.
Registration & timing: Registration opens at 6.30 am. All riders are expected to attend a briefing at 7.30 am with departure shortly afterwards.
Costs: All proceeds go to the Toowoomba Mountain Biking Club for hosting the event.
$20 - those with insurance (e.g. AusCycling or Bicycle Qld membership - we will require your membership number at registration.
$30 - For those without insurance - to cover insurance for the day.
Toowoomba Gravel Muster Information
Location – the ride will leave from Pioneer Park, Barker St. https://maps.app.goo.gl/DTceP3XwKePwg2ip7
Car parking: please park on either the eastern and southern side of the park.
Camping: for those wanting to arrive the night before, the Goombungee Showgrounds offers camping
Registration: Registration point will be under the picnic shelter at the eastern side of the park. Registration will be available on the day, but we ask if possible people could register prior to the event (https://www.tmbc.org.au/shop/toowoomba-gravel-muster-50 ).
We will be asking everyone riding to provide their name and phone number for safety purposes. We will also require people to check in upon their return to ensure all riders make it back safely.
Costs: $20 for those with AusCycling membership or other insurance coverage (e.g. Bicycle Qld); we will require your membership number at registration. Cost is $30 for others to cover insurance for the day. All proceeds will go to the Toowoomba Mountain Biking Club.
Timing: Registration opens at 6.30 am. All riders are expected to attend a briefing at 7.30 am with departure shortly afterwards.
This event is not a race or timed event, so enjoy the scenery and comradery along the way.
What to bring
All riders are expected to be self-sufficient on the ride.
- mobile phone in case of emergency;
- appropriate repair kit, tools, spare tube/s, etc.
- Plan to carry at least 1 L of water
- Sufficient nutrition for your anticipated ride.
Water on course will be available for replenishment at 2 locations on the course (TBA)
Please note – there are limited opportunities to source food along the way. You won’t travel through any other towns along the way.
Toilets: there are toilets at Pioneer Park (start & finish point) but no toilets on course.
Directions: All major junctions or turning points on the course will be marked with directional arrows. All riders will be also provided with a pamphlet at registration including directions, a map of their intended course and an emergency contact number.
We will be monitoring weather conditions before the event but the roads selected here should be fairly robust under wet conditions.
Post ride: A reservation will be made at the Pioneer Arms Hotel in Goombungee. Please join us for a post-ride meal and cool beverage. The convenience store across the road also has a wide selection of option for those wanting a quicker departure.