Longley

The road

Longley is not the gentle orchard drive it might appear on a map. The 12-kilometre stage climbs from the Longley International Hotel area up the southern side of kunanyi/Mount Wellington to Long Creek at Neika, gaining 322 metres on a road that is tight, twisty, and shaded for most of its length. The Huon Road (B64) here does not see a lot of traffic or sunlight, and the surface may be slippery when wet. The combination of sweeping bends and sharp corners makes this a rhythm stage that rewards smooth inputs. The road winds through the foothills with the mountain above, alternating between sections of bush and occasional clearings with views across the surrounding hills. It is close to Hobart but feels remote once you are committed.

The region

Longley is a rural residential locality in the Kingborough local government area, about 13 km west of Kingston. The B64 Huon Road winds through the foothills of kunanyi/Mount Wellington and on through Neika and Longley. The area sits at the transition between suburban Hobart and the rural Huon Valley.

Before you go

Fuel in Kingston before departing. No services at Longley or Neika. The road can be damp and shaded at any time of year - allow for reduced grip. Elevation ranges from 164 m to 487 m.

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