The Academy of Sport entrance doesn't cause you to cross private land, since, as I understand it, the academy of sport is on public land.

It does, however, as the 10 million signs will inform you, require you to be a criminal trespasser.Technically, a security guard could, should you fail to give him your name, detain you there.

That said, noone seems to mind.

If you are intent on being a rebellious outlaw, at least be discreet.
IE.
- park in the main carpark, not at the trail head
- drive very slowly
- give way to pedestrians
- don't play music really loud

Manly Dam Track being dumbed down!

Who is grading the Manly Dam Perimeter walking/ riding track? ( At the Seaforth end)

The value of the Manly Dam track is its suitability for all standards of riding. Some manoeuvres need practicing and mastering creating a sense of achievement. If you choose not to attempt these, that is fine also. The track is continually being graded to the lowest common denominator, diminishing the sporting challenge and inherent value of the track.
The latest is the rock fill at the beginning of the decent after the sandy single track at the Seaforth end.

Apologies as im new to this, but can anybody tell me if manly dam is open to ride at the moment?..not really sure where to look for the info, but im sure one of you may know.
New bike and keen to get out!!

Thanks

Well it looks like we may have some future problems at Red Hill due to farkin idiots burning cars dumping rubbish and general un- wanted behaviour. The top car park trailhead has been closed and there are some notices around on the trails regarding endangered species , which could end up being "us".
There has been heaps of kids fanging around on those crappy ebay moto thumpers and also a lot of guys on unregisterd trail bikes using the grass area and tracks as speedway tracks, and a lot of the trails are being chewed up .