This new epic event is putting a national spotlight on Tasmania’s beautiful north-west.

Starting and finishing on the Devonport foreshore, the 235 kilometre circuit will see riders journey into the heart of Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park where they will tackle the ascents of Union Bridge, Echo Valley, Cethana Road, Cradle Mountain and Spellmans Road.

Cyclists from Australia and overseas are taking part in this inaugural event, which challenges riders to complete more than 4,000 vertical metres of climbing within a 13-hour deadline.

Entries for the inaugural Peaks Challenge Cradle Mountain opened to Bicycle Network members on 2 March 2015, and opened to the general public on 7 March 2015.

For more information, and to register, visit peakschallenge.com.au.