Mount Panorama Circuit
Bathurst, Australia
6.213 km • 23 Corners
About Mount Panorama Circuit
Mount Panorama Circuit, commonly known as Bathurst, is one of the most iconic and challenging motorsport circuits in the world. Located in Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia, the track is carved into Mount Panorama and uniquely combines a permanent racing facility with public roads that are used by everyday traffic outside of race events. The 6.213 km (3.861 miles) layout features 23 corners, enormous elevation changes and narrow mountain sections that demand absolute precision. Legendary areas include Hell Corner, Mountain Straight, The Cutting, Reid Park, Skyline, The Esses, The Dipper, Forest’s Elbow and Conrod Straight. The dramatic descent from Skyline through The Dipper to Forrest’s Elbow is considered one of the most thrilling sequences in world motorsport. Bathurst is world renowned as the home of the Bathurst 1000, Australia’s greatest touring car endurance race, along with the Bathurst 12 Hour GT race, Supercars Championship, historic racing and select public track days and driving experiences. With its extreme elevation, close walls, breathtaking scenery and legendary race history, Mount Panorama is one of the most prestigious and photogenic circuits on the planet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Mount Panorama Circuit is located in Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia. The full address is Mountain Straight, Bathurst NSW 2795, Australia.
Mount Panorama Circuit is 6.213 km (3.861 miles) long and features 23 corners.
Yes. When no motorsport events are running, Mount Panorama operates as a public road. Organised public track days and driving events are also held throughout the year.
The circuit is most famous as the home of the Bathurst 1000 and the Bathurst 12 Hour, two of the world’s most prestigious endurance races.
Yes. It hosts the Supercars Championship, GT racing, endurance events, historic racing and international GT competitions.
Due to its narrow mountain section, steep drops and minimal run-off, Mount Panorama is considered very challenging. Beginners are usually advised to drive with instruction or gain experience on other circuits first.
Yes. Noise limits vary by event and are strictly enforced during track activity. Typical limits range around 95–100 dB(A) depending on the organiser and session type.
Yes. Modified cars are permitted during approved track events provided they meet safety standards and comply with noise regulations.
Yes. Bathurst is world class for motorsport photography due to its dramatic elevation changes, close walls, sweeping mountain vistas and legendary race atmosphere.
After your event, you can search LapSnaps by track and date to find Mount Panorama track day photos and purchase high resolution digital downloads directly from photographers.
Mount Panorama Circuit is owned and operated by Bathurst Regional Council.
Yes. The circuit is open year round as a public road when no events are taking place, with motorsport events scheduled seasonally.
Photographers regularly attend events at Bathurst.
Yes. LapSnaps features Mount Panorama track day photos from verified photographers. You can browse by event day and purchase high-resolution digital downloads directly online.
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