- Australia’s largest four-day mountain bike race gets underway in Western Australia’s South West
- Hundreds of riders to compete across 200km of coastal trails, national parks, forests, farmlands and more
- Regional events support the Cook Labor Government’s economic diversification agenda, and boost the tourism sector, local jobs and businesses
Riders from around the world are hitting the iconic trails of the Margaret River region today as Australia’s largest four-day mountain bike race, the Cape to Cape MTB, gets underway.
The endurance event is recognised as one of the longest-running and most popular mountain bike stage races in the Asia-Pacific region, with competitors riding 200km across diverse and challenging terrain, including coastal trails, national parks, forests, farmlands, mountain bike parks and bushland.
The annual event acts as a key driver of visitation to the region, providing a boost to local tourism and hospitality businesses and serving as a gateway for out-of-region visitors to discover the South West’s rich landscape.
Catering to all levels of experience and ability, the popularity of the Cape to Cape MTB has continued to grow, from 100 riders in its inaugural year in 2008 to more than 800riders annually.
The 2025 event saw more than 1,700 visitors generate close to $2.2 million in visitor spend into the local economy and was supported through the Cook Labor Government’s Regional Events Program.
Highlights from the event, showcasing Western Australia’s picturesque South West region, will be broadcast to audiences in more than 100 countries following the event, and will be available through on-demand services for 12 months thereafter.
Events are a key contributor to the Cook Labor Government’s economic diversification strategy to support local jobs and drive regional dispersal, injecting millions of valuable tourism dollars into local communities.
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As stated by Premier and Tourism, Trade and Investment Minister Roger Cook:
“We know the value that regional events deliver to local communities. The Cape to Cape MTB showcases the very best of Western Australia’s South West, taking riders through the region’s spectacular national parks, towering forests, and the stunning coastline.
“They create time-specific reasons for visitors to explore more of our State, create vibrancy in towns, and support local jobs for Western Australians, businesses and the economy – which is why we continue to invest in them.
“My government is proud to have supported the Cape to Cape MTB since its inception and to have played a part in its growth into one of the premier mountain bike events in the Asia-Pacific region.”
As stated by Sport and Recreation Minister Rita Saffioti:
“The Cape to Cape MTB is a highlight of Western Australia’s cycling calendar, bringing together riders of all backgrounds and skill levels for four days of adventure.
“This event offers an unforgettable experience for competitors, while showcasing our incredible South West region and its world-class trails.
“Importantly, it also brings hundreds of visitors to the South West every year who support local businesses, jobs and the region’s economy.”
As stated by South West Minister Don Punch:
“It’s fantastic to see riders from across Australia and around the world enjoying the trails and landscapes that make the South West so special.
“Events like the Cape to Cape MTB bring real benefits to our local communities, generating close to $2.2 million in visitor spending last year and supporting local businesses and jobs.”
