Escape to the Noosa Hinterland this May for BQ’s Weekend at Pomona – Bicycle Queensland’s newest off-road adventure designed for intermediate gravel riders, mountain bikers, e-bike explorers, and active families with confident teens aged 12+.
Across two days you’ll discover the best of the Noosa Trail Network and the quiet backroads that weave through open farmland, forests, ridgelines and the character-filled streets of Pomona and the surrounding hinterland. Each day offers a shorter, flatter social ride option or a longer, more challenging ride – all supported by experienced ride leaders, detailed digital mapping, and BQ’s on-ground event team. These routes are all on mixed terrain, swapping between road, trails, gravel roads and firetrails – so expect a bit of everything and bring a bike to suit.
Ride Options
Day 1 – Saturday May 16
- Short gravel loop: a stunning loop to Cooran and around Mount Pinbarren on scenic trails and backroads, before a reurn via Mount Cooroora. Exact route and map to come.
- Longer gravel loop: An epic adventure with nearly 80km, looping around Woondum National Park. Resupply at Kin Kin before a finish using the Noosa Trail Network and backroads. Exact route and map to come.
Day 2 – Sunday May 17:
- Short gravel ride: A gentler ride heading to Tewantin National Park with a flowing return to Pomona. Exact route and map to come.
- Longer gravel challenge: Explore to the south through Black Mountain, and the immediate Noosa Trail Network around Pomona. Exact route and map to come.
Your Weekend Base: The BQ Hub – Pomona Showgrounds
The BQ Hub is your meet-point, rest stop and social space, complete with:
- Ride registration & sign-on/off
- Bike support: track pumps, tools and mechanic assistance
- Rider support: water refills, drink mix, sunscreen & sanitiser
- BQ merch & info desk
- Milling space & bike parking, plus casual games for active downtime
Event costs
BQ Members: $120
Non-member adults: $175
Children 12-16: $25
All riders receive a Rider Pack including a BQ bottle, BQ buff, event plate/wristband and more.
Tickets live shortly.
Make It a Mini-Getaway
Pomona is a perfect base for a relaxed cycling weekend. Between rides you can:
- Explore the Pomona Markets or the Noosa Shire Museum on Saturday morning and afternoon respectively
- Grab excellent coffee from local cafés or fuel up at Pomona’s pubs and eateries
- Cruise to Noosa Parkrun if you’re keen for a pre-ride leg loosener
Accommodation is completely choose-your-own-comfort: stay at the Pomona Hotel, book a local Airbnb, or camp at the Pomona showgrounds under canvas or bring the caravan. Book direct with the Pomona Showgrounds and let them know you are part of the BQ Weekend at Pomona event.
Ride, relax, explore – at your pace
BQ’s Weekend at Pomona is designed to be social, scenic and supportive. While ride leaders are on hand, you’re free to complete the rides at your own pace. Enjoy two days of discovering new roads and trails with friends old and new, backed by the safety and experience of Bicycle Queensland.
Join us for an unforgettable weekend in the Noosa Hinterland.
All photos courteousy of Gerard Lagana
