The Great Victorian Rail Trail is your ticket to off-road riding for all levels of two wheeled explorer. Stretching from Mansfield to Tallarook, with a branch line to Alexandra, discover 134km of charming towns, outdoor artwork, rolling green hills and natural waterways. Cycle, ride or walk the entire compacted gravel trail for a multi-day adventure or choose from a range of short, medium and long route sections.
Base yourself in Mansfield for cracking local produce and ride to Bonnie Doon for views of majestic mountains and Lake Eildon. Challenge yourself on the historic Alexandra to Cathkin branch line. Celebrate your Tallarook to Trawool pedal with lunch and drinks at one of Trawool's four restaurants and bars. Test Victoria's longest rail trail tunnel on the family-friendly Yea to Cheviot Tunnel section. Continue on to cute Yarck and grab a native botanical skincare souvenir.
All about the ride? Let someone else take care of the details and book a shuttle with Double Black Alpine and Locals Day Out or join Tour de Vines for an all inclusive tour experience.
Plan Your Ride
Route Distance: 134km point-to-point
Start location: Mansfield Visitor Information Centre
Finish location: Tallarook Great Victorian Rail Trail trailhead
Suitable for: Riders of all ages and experience
Water & Toilets: Mansfield, Maindample, Bonnie Doon, Merton, Yarck, Alexandra, Yea, Trawool and Tallarook
Bike Hire, Shuttles & Tours
Bike Hire: All Terrain Cycles and Yarck Bikes
Bike Shuttle: Double Black Alpine and Locals Day Out
Self-Guided & Guided Tours: Tour de Vines and Double Black Alpine