KING & QUEEN OF THE MOUNTAIN
One mountain. One remarkable climb. Take on the iconic uphill gravel cycling challenge from Ben Lomond Base to Tasmania's alpine village.
CAN YOU CONQUER BEN LOMOND?
From the foothills at Ben Lomond Base, climb through eucalyptus bushland, sweeping mountain landscapes and rugged boulder fields before tackling the famous Jacobs Ladder and finishing on the alpine plateau.
King & Queen of the Mountain brings cyclists together for a demanding and rewarding climb in one of Tasmania's most distinctive alpine settings.
Organised by Launceston Mountain Bike Club and hosted by Ben Lomond Alpine Resort, the event celebrates the challenge, scenery and cycling community.
VISIT THE EVENT ORGANISER
THE ROUTE TO THE TOP
A sustained gravel climb that crosses strikingly different alpine landscapes on the journey to the finish.
BEN LOMOND BASE
Riders gather at Ben Lomond Base, at the junction of Blessington Road and Ben Lomond Road, before beginning the long ascent.
JACOBS LADDER
The mountain road climbs through forest and boulder fields, then reaches the legendary six hairpin bends of Jacobs Ladder.
EXPLORE JACOBS LADDERALPINE VILLAGE
The final stretch crosses Ben Lomond's alpine plateau to reach the village, with expansive views and a well-earned sense of achievement.
Course note: This is an organised road cycling event, not a permanently marked or traffic-controlled recreational route. Follow event organiser instructions and current road access rules.
2027 EVENT DETAILS COMING SOON
We're looking forward to the next King & Queen of the Mountain. The 2027 event date, registration, categories, start times and prizes have not yet been confirmed.
For entry requirements and official announcements, follow Launceston Mountain Bike Club and its EntryBoss event listings. We'll update this page when the 2027 programme is announced.
Please don't use details from previous editions as confirmed arrangements for 2027.
MORE THAN JUST THE CLIMB
Ben Lomond Base has been the hub for registration, post-race refreshments and presentations in previous editions.
MEET AT THE BASE
Find the event hub at Ben Lomond Base on the corner of Blessington Road and Ben Lomond Road, Upper Blessington.
CELEBRATE THE FINISH
Previous events have welcomed riders back to Ben Lomond Base for lunch, presentations and sharing stories from the climb.
PLAN YOUR VISIT
Bring clothing for changing alpine conditions and check national park entry requirements, weather and official race instructions.
GETTING HERELaunceston Mountain Bike Club
Ben Lomond Alpine Resort • Ben Lomond Base
2026 EVENT & RESULTS
The latest confirmed race took place on Sunday 15 February 2026. The 2026 event details and results are available through the organiser's records.
EVENT DETAILS
Review the previous route, categories, entry conditions and published schedule. These are historical details only.
VIEW 2026 EVENTRACE RESULTS
See the results linked from the official 2026 event listing.
VIEW 2026 RESULTSBEN LOMOND DESCENT
Prefer heading downhill? Discover guided Ben Lomond Descent mountain bike experiences with our partner Mountain Bike Tasmania.
EXPLORE MOUNTAIN BIKINGEVENT FAQs
When is King & Queen of the Mountain 2027?
The 2027 date has not yet been announced. Follow Launceston Mountain Bike Club and the official EntryBoss calendar for confirmed information.
Where does the event start and finish?
In recent editions the course has started at Ben Lomond Base, Upper Blessington, and finished at Ben Lomond Alpine Village, covering 17.7 km of uphill gravel road. The 2027 course remains subject to organiser confirmation.
What type of bicycle can I enter with?
Past editions have offered categories for standard pedal-powered bicycles and e-bikes, subject to different conditions. Check the 2027 event rules before registering.
Do I need a national parks pass or event licence?
The 2026 edition required a valid national parks pass and an appropriate AusCycling membership or event licence. Check the 2027 registration conditions for the requirements that apply to you.
Can spectators visit Ben Lomond Base?
Ben Lomond Base is the traditional event hub. Any spectator arrangements, access restrictions and Base facilities for 2027 will be confirmed with the event programme.