Pump tracks in Victoria

Bendigo BMX Track – Albert Roy Reserve, Eaglehawk Get the wheels rolling at the Bendigo BMX Track in Eaglehawk, a dedicated BMX racing facility located alongside Albert Roy Reserve in Greater Bendigo. Home to the Bendigo BMX Club, the track features a hard-surface BMX race circuit with approximately 20 jumps of varying sizes and three banked turns, including one large berm. Designed for BMX racing, the circuit gives riders a mix of rollers, jumps and corners where they can work on speed, pumping, jumping and bike-handling skills. It's a great addition to Bendigo's already impressive cycling scene and another option for riders looking to mix up their time on the bike. The track sits within the wider Albert Roy Recreation Reserve precinct, around 500 metres south of central Eaglehawk, making it easy to combine with a visit to Eaglehawk or other riding around Greater Bendigo. For BMX riders, families and anyone interested in getting involved with racing, the local Bendigo BMX Club provides a pathway into the sport and a community of riders using the facility. And if you're visiting Bendigo with bikes on board, don't stop here — Greater Bendigo has plenty more cycling to discover, from mountain bike trails and gravel riding to rail trails, pump tracks and family-friendly cycling. RTS Tip: This is an active BMX racing facility and club venue, so access may vary around club training, racing and events. Check current club or facility information before making a special trip and always respect organised activities taking place at the track.

Birallee Sports Park BMX Track – Wodonga Birallee Sports Park in Wodonga is home to Border BMX Club, providing a dedicated BMX racing facility for riders in the Albury–Wodonga region and north-east Victoria. The BMX facility forms part of Birallee Park, one of Wodonga’s major multi-sport precincts. The purpose-built BMX track delivers the fast-paced riding BMX racing is known for, with straights, jumps and banked turns giving riders the opportunity to develop speed, bike handling and racing skills. As the home of Border BMX, the facility supports local BMX training, racing and competition and provides a pathway for riders wanting to get involved in the sport. The BMX facilities have also received significant upgrades, including improved club amenities supporting the local BMX community. Right next door is the Birallee Park Pump Track, giving riders even more reason to bring the bikes. The public pump track has two side-by-side tracks designed to cater for different abilities and provide progression towards BMX and mountain biking. Whether you're searching for BMX riding in Wodonga, BMX tracks in Albury–Wodonga, Border BMX Club or cycling facilities in north-east Victoria, Birallee Sports Park is well worth knowing about. RTS Tip: As an active BMX racing and club facility, access to the BMX track may vary around organised training and events. Check current Border BMX information before making a special trip. The neighbouring Birallee Park Pump Track provides another riding option while you're there.

Black Hill Bike Park is a compact mountain bike network within Black Hill Reserve, just minutes from central Ballarat. Built into the steep slopes of the hill and its historic mining landscape, the park packs plenty into a relatively small area, with six cross-country trails, four downhill trails, two pump tracks, a skills area and an advanced jump park. Riding ranges from approachable green and blue trails through to steep Black Diamond and Double Black Diamond descents, with rocky terrain, jumps, technical features and fast gravity riding. The lookout at the top provides great views across Ballarat and is a handy starting point for exploring the network. Riders looking for a challenge can tackle trails such as Claim Jumper, Sluice, Alluvial and Open Cut, while the Green and Westside XC loops provide easier options for building skills or warming up. RTS Tip: Black Hill has some seriously technical gravity trails, so check the trail grading before dropping in and ride within your ability. Parking and a trail map can be found near the lookout at the end of Sim Street, with designated shuttle pick-up available from the Queen Street side of the hill.

Mildura BMX Track – Mildura BMX Club Flora Avenue is home to Mildura BMX Club, providing a dedicated BMX racing facility in Mildura, Victoria, and a strong hub for BMX riding in the Sunraysia region. Located within the Old Aerodrome Sporting Complex, the track is approximately 400 metres long and features purpose-built jumps linked by banked corners, delivering the fast, technical riding that makes BMX racing so much fun. Mildura BMX Club has been racing at the complex for more than 40 years and today has over 130 members. The club caters for a huge range of riders, from young Mini Wheelers taking their first steps into BMX through to experienced racers, with regular club racing and twice-weekly practice sessions. For riders searching for Mildura BMX, BMX tracks in Mildura, Mildura BMX Club or BMX racing in regional Victoria, the Flora Avenue track is an important part of the local cycling scene and another great riding facility to discover while exploring north-west Victoria. RTS Tip: This is an active club and competition BMX facility rather than a general public pump track, and casual access may be restricted. Check current club information before making a special trip and consider getting in touch with the club if you're interested in giving BMX racing a go

Colchester Road BMX Track is a purpose-built BMX racing facility at 195 Colchester Road, Kilsyth, in Melbourne’s outer east. The track is home to Maroondah BMX Club, also known as the Eastfield Eagles, which has called the Colchester Road facility home since relocating from Croydon in 1991. Designed for proper BMX racing, the track features a start gate, more than 20 jumps of varying sizes and three large banked turns, creating a fast and progressive course for riders developing their BMX skills or preparing for competition. The facility hosts club racing, coaching, practice gate nights and major BMX events, including Track Attack and AusCycling State Series racing. It caters for a broad range of ages and abilities, from young riders learning the basics through to experienced racers. The club has also been home to high-level competitors, including Rio 2016 Olympian Bodi Turner. Outside organised coaching and events, the track is open to the public seven days a week, making it a great option for riders wanting to experience a genuine BMX race track without necessarily competing. Riders should check the club’s latest updates before visiting, as public access is restricted when organised sessions or events are underway. RTS Tip: This is a proper BMX race track rather than a casual pump track, so expect a start hill, jumps and big berms designed to be ridden at speed. New to BMX? The club offers coaching and can even loan a bike, helmet and gloves while you give the sport a try.

Colquhoun MTB Park is a cross-country mountain bike network in Colquhoun State Forest near Lakes Entrance in East Gippsland. The park is packed with hand-built singletrack winding through eucalyptus forest, with flowing sections, short climbs, berms, rollers, timber bridges, log rollovers and optional jumps and drops. Most trails are graded blue intermediate, with shorter options and a pump track making it possible to tailor the ride to your ability. The 15.5km Scalectric Loop is a local favourite, linking together some of the best singletrack in the park and including the rollercoaster-like Lollipop section. Riders can also connect into the Gippsland Lakes Discovery Trail, opening up options for longer adventures through the surrounding forest and towards Lakes Entrance. RTS Tip: Facilities at the trailhead are limited, so bring your own water, food and riding essentials. For a first visit, the Scalectric Loop is a great way to sample the park, while newer riders can stick to the shorter trails before building up to the full loop.

Djuwang Baring – Creswick Trails is an impressive 60km purpose-built mountain bike network winding through Dja Dja Wurrung Country around the historic gold-mining town of Creswick in Victoria’s Central Goldfields. Meaning “long track” in the Dja Dja Wurrung language, the network includes around 70 skill-rated trail segments arranged as stacked loops around a central spine, making it easy to build anything from a short family ride to a full day on the bike. The focus is on beginner and intermediate riding, but there are also difficult and extremely difficult trails, gravity lines, cross-country riding and around 30% of the network is adaptive-MTB suitable. Forest, old mining landscapes and scenic sections around St Georges Lake give the network plenty of character beyond the riding itself. RTS Tip: Start at Hammon Park Trailhead, just a short walk from Creswick’s town centre, where you’ll find parking, toilets, water, a pump track, learn-to-ride area, bike wash and repair station. Download the trail map or Trailforks before heading deeper into the network as mobile coverage varies. Check the current trail status too — seasonal maintenance and fire-danger closures can affect access.

The Forrest MTB Trails – Southern Network wraps around the township of Forrest in Victoria’s Otways, delivering a brilliant mix of flowing singletrack through tall eucalypt forest, fern-filled gullies and classic Victorian bush. Part of Forrest’s almost 100km, 36-trail MTB network, the Southern trails use a stacked-loop design, with easier trails close to the trailhead and increasingly challenging options as you venture further out. Start with green trails such as Roller Coaster, Forrest Loop and Stomp Wallaby, progress onto blue trails including Barlidjaru, Third Time Lucky and the Red Carpet sections, or tackle the difficult Follow the Dog and Miller’s Mongrel. A pump track, jump lines and dedicated skills park at the trailhead make this an especially good network for families, progression and mixed-ability groups. RTS Tip: Start at the Forrest Southern MTB Trailhead and use the skills park and Roller Coaster to warm up before heading deeper into the network. Don’t miss Red Carpet if you’re comfortable on blue trails, and adaptive riders have a particularly good selection here, with nine Southern trails built to adaptive-friendly guidelines. Drinking water, parking and accessible toilets are available at the trailhead, making this a great base for a full day of Forrest riding.

Grinter Reserve BMX Track is a dedicated BMX racing facility at Grinter Reserve on Coppards Road, Newcomb/Moolap, and is home to the Geelong BMX Club. The City of Greater Geelong describes it as the highest-standard BMX track in the region, making it an important hub for BMX racing and rider development in Geelong. The purpose-built race track caters for junior and senior BMX riders, with the Geelong BMX Club welcoming a broad range of ages and abilities. The venue is used for club activities, training and competition, providing riders with the opportunity to develop their skills on a genuine BMX race course. The facility continues to receive investment, with funding committed for track lighting to AusCycling’s 200-lux standard and asphalt track berms. Further upgrades to the BMX pavilion and track facilities are also being pursued, supporting Grinter Reserve’s development as a regional BMX centre for south-west Victoria. Grinter Reserve itself is a large multi-sport precinct with free parking, public toilets, a playground and skatepark, alongside sporting ovals and other recreation facilities. RTS Tip: This is a proper BMX race track rather than a casual pump track, so it’s a great one for riders looking to experience BMX racing or develop their skills. As the track is home to Geelong BMX Club and hosts organised activities, check club sessions and track access before heading out.

Haunted Hills Mountain Bike Park is one of Australia's most unique riding destinations, combining fun, purpose-built trails with a spooky theme inspired by the area's colourful local legends. From ghost stories and mysterious happenings to eerie encounters and historic folklore, the park embraces its haunted reputation at every turn. Themed features are scattered throughout the network, including tombstone-style trail signs, the aptly named Mad Cows trail, and a distinctive skull-and-crossbones pump track that has become a favourite photo stop. Adding to the atmosphere, parts of the trail network run alongside a historic cemetery, making for a truly memorable riding experience. Beyond the theme, Haunted Hills offers a well-designed trail network catering to riders of all abilities. Whether you're looking for flowing beginner-friendly trails, technical challenges or a session on the pump track, there's something for everyone to enjoy. With its combination of creative trail design, family-friendly facilities and unforgettable atmosphere, Haunted Hills Mountain Bike Park is a must-visit destination for anyone exploring Gippsland—and don't forget to grab a photo at the iconic park entrance before you ride.

Jetty Flat Reserve is home to the Warrnambool BMX Club and one of western Victoria’s established BMX racing facilities. Located within the Lake Pertobe precinct in Warrnambool, the reserve features an approximately 400m purpose-built BMX track with a 4m starting hill, numerous jumps and three bitumen berms, creating a proper race-style experience for riders of varying ages and abilities. Warrnambool BMX Club has been part of the local cycling community since 1981, with the track relocating to Jetty Flat Reserve in 2012. Today the facility supports everything from junior development and coaching through to club racing and major competition, including rounds of the Victorian BMX Racing State Series. The club welcomes riders from young children through to experienced adult racers, with opportunities for newcomers to try BMX before committing to the sport. The wider Jetty Flat Reserve also includes public toilets and other sporting facilities, making it a well-equipped community recreation precinct. RTS Tip: This is a genuine BMX race track, not a casual pump track. With around 400m of jumps, rollers and fast bitumen berms, it’s a great place to experience proper BMX riding. Check the club calendar before visiting as organised training, club racing and major events can affect track access.

Lysterfield Park, around 30 km south-east of Melbourne, Victoria, is one of Australia’s best-known urban mountain biking destinations, with approximately 24 km of purpose-built MTB trails catering for beginners through to highly experienced riders. The network winds through native eucalypt forest, plantations and rocky hills surrounding Lysterfield Lake, combining flowing singletrack, berms, jumps, rock gardens, steep climbs and technical descents. Lysterfield also has an important place in Australian cycling history as home to the State Mountain Bike Course used for the 2006 Melbourne Commonwealth Games. There’s plenty for newer riders and families, including the 6.3 km Lake Circuit Trail, Trail Mix and Lower Blair Witch, plus a dedicated Skills Park and pump track where riders can practise berms, jumps, drops and bike handling before heading onto the main network. Intermediate riders can explore trails including Lower Buckle, Upper Buckle, Middle, Red Gum, Hug, Upper Blair Witch, Snipe and Dog Pound, while experienced riders can step up to black trails such as Follow Me, Aneurysm and the 6.4 km State MTB Course. The short Granite Link takes things another step further with double-black technical terrain. With picnic areas, toilets, lake access and multiple riding options, Lysterfield Park works equally well for a family outing, skills session, quick after-work ride or a longer day linking together the MTB network. The trails are also supported by the volunteer-run Lysterfield District Trail Riders (LDTR), who help maintain and advocate for this hugely popular Melbourne mountain bike network. RTS Tip: If it’s your first visit, warm up on the Lake Circuit, Trail Mix or Skills Park before progressing into the blue and black singletrack. Experienced riders shouldn’t miss the 2006 Commonwealth Games State MTB Course, which is ridden anti-clockwise and packs technical rock sections, steep climbing and fast descending into 6.4 km. Check current Parks Victoria trail conditions before travelling, particularly after wet weather, and arrive early on busy weekends as parking can fill quickly.

The Ballarat Sebastopol BMX Club track at Marty Busch Reserve in Sebastopol is one of Ballarat’s key BMX facilities, offering a purpose-built race track for riders ranging from young beginners through to experienced competitors. The track is operated by the Ballarat Sebastopol Cycling Club, which welcomes riders of all ages and abilities into its BMX program. The track has been significantly upgraded over the years, including a $200,000 redevelopment that delivered a new all-weather BMX surface, along with subsequent improvements including new starting gates and track lighting. It provides the full BMX race experience with a start gate, jumps, rollers and berms designed for training and competition. The club runs coaching, gate practice, training and racing, making this a great spot for riders wanting to progress their BMX skills or get involved in competitive racing. New riders are encouraged to give BMX a try, and the club has loan bikes and helmets available to help newcomers get started. Marty Busch Reserve is developing into an even bigger cycling hub, with the City of Ballarat also progressing a new criterium cycling track, with construction expected to commence in late 2026. RTS Tip: This is a proper BMX race facility, so it’s a great one for riders wanting to experience gates, jumps and race-style riding rather than a casual pump track. Check the club’s current schedule before visiting, as coaching, gate sessions, racing and private bookings can affect track access. The club welcomes newcomers, so if you’ve never tried BMX before, this is a good place to start.

Moama MTB Park, also known as the Five Mile Mountain Bike Trail, offers around 7 km of purpose-built mountain bike trails near Moama and Echuca on the NSW–Victoria border. Located within Murray Valley Regional Park beside the Murray River, the trails wind beneath towering river red gums and are designed to cater for a broad range of abilities, making Five Mile a great option for beginners, families and experienced riders looking for a fun cross-country session. The network combines fast, rolling singletrack with berms, rollers, jumps, drops, wall rides and flowing bridge features, packing plenty of variety into its relatively short distance. There’s also a dedicated skills area and pump track, giving newer riders somewhere to practise bike handling while more experienced riders can session features before heading back onto the main trail. The relatively flat Riverina landscape means the riding is more about carrying speed, cornering and enjoying the flow than tackling long climbs. Set around 8 km from Moama along Perricoota Road, Five Mile mountain bike trail is easy to combine with a wider Echuca–Moama cycling trip. After riding, the nearby Five Mile picnic area provides a scenic spot beside the Murray River to relax, picnic or make a longer day of the visit. Parking is available at the MTB trail, although NSW National Parks notes that it can become busy on weekends. RTS Tip: Five Mile is a brilliant spot for riders wanting to build MTB skills without huge climbs. Use the pump track and skills area first, then take those skills onto the rollers, berms and features of the main trail. Summer temperatures in the Murray region can be extreme, so ride early, carry plenty of water and check current Murray Valley Regional Park alerts before travelling. Mobile reception can also be limited within the park, so download any information you need before setting out.

Mt Buller Bike Park, in Victoria’s High Country around three hours north-east of Melbourne, is one of Australia’s iconic alpine mountain biking destinations. The Mt Buller and Mt Stirling network offers more than 120 km of cross-country trails, alongside dedicated gravity riding, beginner trails, skills areas and a pump track. Trails range from approachable green riding through to demanding black backcountry adventures, with everything from smooth alpine flow and berms to rocky technical singletrack, sustained climbing and fast gravity descents. The riding spans elevations from around 600 metres to 1,700 metres, delivering spectacular High Country scenery along the way. Cross-country riders have plenty to explore, including the renowned 10 km Stonefly, while gravity riders can tackle trails including Copperhead, ABOM, Outlaw and International. Mt Buller’s gravity network offers more than 11 km of descending trails, with shuttle services operating during the green season to help riders maximise their laps. Copperhead also holds a special place in Australian MTB history as the country’s first purpose-built flow trail. The headline adventure is the 46 km Australian Alpine Epic, a black-rated point-to-point ride crossing Mt Buller and Mt Stirling before descending towards the Delatite River. It’s a genuine backcountry ride rather than an all-downhill cruise, with around 1,000 metres of climbing, substantial descending and an expected ride time of roughly 6–8 hours for experienced, self-sufficient riders. Mt Buller is primarily a summer mountain biking destination, with trails progressively opening from around November and the full network usually operating from December through April, depending on conditions. With accommodation and services in Mt Buller Village, bike hire, shuttles and an enormous variety of trails, it’s an easy place to turn a single ride into a full Victorian High Country MTB weekend. RTS Tip: Alpine riding deserves alpine preparation. Even in summer, conditions at Mt Buller can change rapidly and cold temperatures or even snow are possible. Carry water, food, repair gear and an extra layer, particularly if heading onto Stonefly or the Australian Alpine Epic. Before setting out, check the current Mt Buller trail report — the MTB network closes over winter and individual trails can also be affected by weather or maintenance.

Mt Buller Bike Park, in Victoria’s High Country around three hours north-east of Melbourne, is one of Australia’s iconic alpine mountain biking destinations. The Mt Buller and Mt Stirling network features more than 120 km of cross-country MTB trails, alongside dedicated gravity trails, beginner riding, a pump track and skills areas. With trails ranging from around 600 to 1,700 metres elevation, riders can expect everything from smooth alpine flow and berms to rocky technical singletrack, sustained climbing, fast descents and spectacular High Country views. There’s riding for virtually every ability. Beginners can start with the 3 km Family Trail, while intermediate riders can explore trails including Gang Gangs, Misty Twist, Snowgums, Trigger Happy and the Delatite River Trail. More experienced XC riders can tackle the renowned 10 km Stonefly, while gravity riders have ABOM, Copperhead, Outlaw and International. Copperhead has a special place in Australian MTB history as Australia’s first purpose-built flow trail. The headline adventure is the 46 km Australian Alpine Epic, an advanced backcountry ride through the Mt Buller and Mt Stirling alpine landscape. Mt Buller describes it as the Southern Hemisphere’s first IMBA Epic Trail, and it remains one of the signature long-distance mountain bike rides in the Victorian High Country. Mt Buller is primarily a green-season mountain bike destination, with trails progressively opening from November and the full XC network typically available from December through April, depending on weather and trail conditions. Accommodation, bike hire, food and other services in Mt Buller Village make it easy to turn a day of riding into a full Victorian High Country MTB weekend. RTS Tip: Alpine riding deserves alpine preparation. Even in summer, conditions at Mt Buller can change quickly and temperatures can drop below zero, so carry food, water, repair gear and an extra layer when heading onto longer trails. If it’s your first visit, don’t try to cover everything in a day — choose a section of the network that suits your ability and save the Australian Alpine Epic for when you’re properly prepared for a big backcountry ride. Always check the current trail report before travelling, as the MTB network closes for winter and individual trails can close due to weather or maintenance.

Mystic Bike Park in Bright, Victoria, is one of Australia’s premier mountain biking destinations, sitting just minutes from the centre of town in the heart of the Victorian High Country. The park offers 60+ km of purpose-built MTB trails and more than 20 individual trails, with around 450–500 metres of vertical elevation across the mountain. Riders can choose from beginner-friendly singletrack through to technical cross-country, fast flow trails, jump lines and expert downhill terrain, all winding through the distinctive pine plantation overlooking Bright and the surrounding alpine ranges. Mystic is particularly well known for its gravity riding, with favourites including Hot Wheels, Flowmingo, Flight School, Couch Surfer, Wiggles and Tombstone. The network is designed with progression in mind, so developing riders can build confidence on easier flow trails before moving onto bigger jumps, steeper terrain and advanced technical descents. There’s also a pump track and BMX track at the base, while technical XC trails provide plenty for riders who would rather earn their descents. Mystic operates as a professionally managed, paid-access bike park, with both pedal access and uplift options. Pedal access is available daily and the park operates year-round, while shuttle uplifts run on weekends and holidays, providing access to the higher gravity trails. Bike hire, e-bike hire, coaching and guided riding are also available, with water, toilets, tools and a bike wash located at the main Coronation Avenue trailhead. Its location makes Mystic an ideal base for a bigger Bright mountain biking holiday. Riders can combine park laps with nearby High Country gravel routes, the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail, Great Valley Trail and other MTB destinations around Mount Beauty, Falls Creek and Dinner Plain. RTS Tip: Mystic is a big network with a serious progression from beginner trails through to double-black downhill, so use your first few laps to get familiar with the terrain rather than jumping straight onto the hardest lines. A Mountain Pass is required even if you’re pedalling, with shuttle access purchased separately. Check the current trail status before travelling, inspect unfamiliar jumps and technical features before committing, and if you’re planning a gravity day, booking your shuttle ahead is worthwhile during weekends and busy holiday periods.

The Ocean Grove District Ride Centre, at Kingston Park in Ocean Grove on Victoria’s Bellarine Peninsula, is a brand-new purpose-built riding facility designed for mountain bikes, BMX and other wheeled sports. The $3.5 million centre officially opened on 1 August 2026, giving local and visiting riders a dedicated progression-focused venue with jump lines, a pump track and skills features. Designed and constructed by World Trail, the centre features five dirt jump lines catering from beginner through to advanced riders. The lines incorporate rollers, berms, tabletops, hip jumps and a wall ride, allowing riders to progressively build confidence rather than having to jump straight onto large features. The overall facility is designed to accommodate around 100 riders at a time. A major feature is the approximately 130 m asphalt pump track, designed primarily for beginner and intermediate progression but suitable for a wide range of riders. Unlike the dirt jump lines, the asphalt circuit can also be used by BMX bikes, scooters and skateboards, making the centre particularly useful for families with kids interested in different riding disciplines. There are also skills and trials features designed to help riders improve bike control, stability and confidence before progressing onto the jump lines. Around the riding areas are landscaped spaces for spectators and families, along with shelters, seating and bike racks. The centre is fully fenced from the remainder of Kingston Park. The project has strong community roots. It grew from the huge number of informal bike jumps constructed around Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads during the COVID period. More than 60% of the makeshift jumps identified across Greater Geelong were in these two suburbs, prompting the City to work with local riders and the community to develop a permanent facility. Kingston Park was eventually selected because of its central location and existing park amenities. RTS Tip: This is a great destination for skills progression rather than traditional trail riding. Start on the pump track and beginner jump lines to get a feel for the features, then progressively work through the larger lines rather than jumping straight to the advanced options. It’s also a particularly good choice for families and mixed-ability groups, as riders can session different features while staying within the same compact facility. And because it only opened in August 2026, you’re riding one of Victoria’s newest dedicated bike parks.

Old Wells Road BMX Track is a dedicated BMX racing facility at 101R Old Wells Road in Seaford, and home to Frankston Sharks BMX Track. The purpose-built dirt race track has been part of the local BMX scene for decades and provides a proper competition-style course for riders wanting to develop their BMX skills or get involved in racing. The track features large undulations, jumps, rollers and bermed corners, providing plenty of opportunities to practise pumping, jumping, cornering and carrying speed. It caters to BMX riders across a range of ages and abilities, from juniors learning the fundamentals through to experienced racers training for competition. The facility has received investment and upgrades over the years to support the continued growth of BMX in the area, and remains an important home for organised training, club activities and racing in Melbourne’s south-east. Its location near the Seaford Wetlands and surrounding shared-path network also puts the track within a broader cycling area, with connections towards Seaford, Carrum and Carrum Downs. RTS Tip: This is a proper BMX race track rather than a recreational pump track, so expect jumps, rollers and race-focused features designed to be ridden with speed. Check club activities and scheduled racing or training before visiting, particularly if you're planning to ride outside an organised session.

Set amongst the spectacular Victorian High Country, Omeo MTB Park has quickly established itself as one of Australia's premier mountain bike destinations. With more than 114 kilometres of purpose-built trails, the network caters for every riding style, from gentle cross-country loops and scenic adventure rides to fast flow trails, jump lines and technical gravity descents. All trails begin from Livingstone Park, just a short pedal from Omeo's historic main street, making it a true ride-in, ride-out destination. Riders can spend days exploring the network, with long descents, flowing berms, natural rock features, technical alpine terrain and expansive mountain views combining to create an unforgettable riding experience. The trail network has been designed to progressively challenge riders of all abilities. Beginners can enjoy smooth green trails and cross-country adventures, intermediates will love the flowing descents and berm-filled trails, while advanced riders can tackle technical rock gardens, freeride features and big jump lines such as Bangarang, one of the park's signature expert trails. Livingstone Park also features an asphalt pump track, skills area, bike wash, maintenance station, picnic facilities and easy access to Omeo's cafés, accommodation and services, making it an ideal base for both day trips and multi-day riding holidays. Ride Highlights: Over 114 km of purpose-built mountain bike trails Nearly 600 metres of vertical elevation Ride-in, ride-out access from Omeo township Flow trails, gravity runs, jump lines and XC adventures Progressive trail network for every ability Asphalt pump track and skills area Alpine scenery and historic gold mining landscapes Bike wash, maintenance facilities and picnic area Great cafés and accommodation within riding distance Suitability Omeo MTB Park caters to everyone from first-time mountain bikers through to experienced gravity riders. Beginners can enjoy flowing green trails and family-friendly loops, while intermediate and advanced riders have access to long descents, technical alpine trails, freeride features and jump lines. With enough variety to keep riders entertained for several days, it's an ideal destination for both weekend escapes and dedicated mountain bike holidays.

Quarry Park Mountain Bike Trails, in Footscray/Maribyrnong just 5 km from Melbourne’s CBD, provide a compact purpose-built MTB facility overlooking the Maribyrnong River valley and Melbourne skyline. Developed within a former quarry site, the park is designed for riders of different ages and abilities, with three one-way mountain bike trails, a skills park and pump tracks packed into a relatively small inner-city space. The trail network includes an easy green ascent trail, an easy descent, an intermediate descent and an intermediate descent featuring jumps. Rather than long cross-country riding, Quarry Park is all about short gravity laps and skills progression, with flowing bermed corners, rollers, rock features, drops and tabletop jumps. Riders can repeatedly climb back to the top and work on cornering, jumping and descending technique without needing to travel to one of Melbourne’s larger MTB destinations. The dedicated skills park adds rock gardens, rock and timber drop-offs, bermed corners, rollers and tabletop features, while the pump-track area provides both beginner and intermediate options. This makes Quarry Park particularly useful for kids, newer mountain bikers and developing riders, while the jump and intermediate lines give more experienced riders something to session. Its location is a major attraction. Quarry Park sits on the escarpment above the Maribyrnong River, with panoramic views towards Melbourne’s CBD, and can easily be incorporated into a longer urban cycling ride using the surrounding shared-path network. Entry is free and the facility is open at all times. RTS Tip: Quarry Park is a great place to practise MTB skills rather than chase big kilometres. Start on the green ascent and easier descent, spend some time in the skills area, then progress onto the intermediate and jump lines as your confidence builds. Current remediation works mean the MTB track is only partially open, so follow all directional signage and check the latest City of Maribyrnong information before travelling. Council encourages riders to arrive by bike; if driving, parking is available at Footscray Park off Farnsworth Avenue.

Red Hill MTB Park, more formally the mountain bike trail network within Arthurs Seat State Park on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula, is one of the region’s best-known destinations for trail, enduro and downhill mountain biking. Located around Red Hill, Dromana and Arthurs Seat, the network uses the steep forested slopes of Arthurs Seat to deliver everything from beginner-friendly cross-country singletrack through to fast flow trails, technical rock gardens, steep chutes, jumps, drops and competition-level downhill terrain. There is a good progression of riding across the network. Wonga provides a wide, flowing introduction for first-time mountain bikers, while Loop Trail and Friends can be combined into a relatively gentle family-friendly lap. Riders ready to step up can tackle blue trails including High Roller, Rock Salt, Wombat and Slippery Gypsy, where roots, rocks, berms, tighter corners and faster descending start to become a bigger part of the experience. Experienced riders have plenty to keep them busy. Fall Line, Deadwoods and Crits deliver increasingly technical descending, while The Crusher is a challenging black trail featuring rock step-downs, drops, technical gullies and rapid changes in terrain. At the top end, Gunn Barrell is a double-black, competition-level downhill trail with steep rocky drops, gap jumps, high-speed sections and demanding technical features intended for advanced riders only. The network also extends towards Seawinds and McLarens Dam, with Sawtooth providing a roughly 2.8 km descending trail through natural bushland before transitioning into fast, flowing berms through the ferns. Riders can then earn their way back up via Bowsaw, a dedicated climbing trail with switchbacks, rocks and roots. This combination of climbing and descending trails makes Red Hill equally enjoyable for riders chasing a longer pedal-powered MTB adventure rather than simply gravity laps. Red Hill is also well positioned for a bigger Mornington Peninsula cycling trip. Nearby Red Hill Station Reserve has a free MTB skills park with jumps, a berm/wallride and skinny boardwalk features, while the Red Hill–Merricks Rail Trail provides around 6.5 km of easier shared riding through the surrounding countryside. RTS Tip: Red Hill has a big jump in difficulty between its easier trails and its black and double-black descents, so use Wonga, Loop Trail and High Roller to get a feel for the conditions before progressing. The natural roots and rocks can ride very differently when wet, and unfamiliar jumps and drops should always be inspected before committing. For a great first visit, build a loop using the dedicated climbing trails rather than trying to tackle everything at once — there’s enough variety here to easily fill a full day of Mornington Peninsula mountain biking

Warburton Bike Park, around 70 km east of Melbourne in Victoria’s Yarra Ranges, is rapidly developing into one of Australia’s major mountain bike destinations. As of August 2026, more than 70 km of purpose-built trails are open, spread across the forested mountains surrounding Warburton and Wesburn, with up to 650 m of elevation available. The long-term vision is for as much as 160 km of trail, creating a huge destination combining adventure/XC, flow and gravity riding. The network caters for beginners through to advanced riders, with green, blue and black trails built by World Trail. Easier options include Hop Scotch, Settle Down, Warburtron and 3 Owls, while intermediate riders can progress onto trails such as Gnarnia, Hey Hey My My, Mad Max and The Riddler. Advanced riders have technical gravity options including Barefoot Wizard, Shred Galah and Acka Dacka, where steeper terrain, rocks, roots, jumps and more demanding features come into play. One of the big attractions is the amount of top-to-bottom descending available. The green-rated Dropping into Warburton route, for example, runs around 11.2 km from Mt Tugwell Summit to Dolly Grey Reserve, providing a genuine mountain descent that's still designed to be accessible to developing riders. Stronger riders can mix climbing trails with faster blue and black descents or use the park's commercial shuttle uplift service to maximise gravity laps. Wesburn Park is the main trailhead and is exceptionally well equipped, with free parking, shuttle pickup, pump track, toilets, showers, bike wash, picnic areas and a playground. Trails also connect into Warburton itself, putting riders close to the town's cafés, accommodation and other services. The wider network connects with the Lilydale–Warburton Rail Trail and O'Shannassy Aqueduct Trail, opening up even more possibilities for longer rides. And Warburton isn't finished yet. The first 30 km opened in July 2025, followed by more than 40 km in the next phase in 2026. Further trails are due to open from September 2026, with the fully funded 125 km Southern Network expected to be completed in 2027. RTS Tip: If it's your first visit, don't underestimate Warburton's trail gradings — the park specifically warns that its green trails may feel harder than green trails at some other networks. Start with trails such as Hop Scotch or Warburtron, then progress once you've got a feel for the terrain. For gravity riders, book the shuttle in advance as sessions can sell out. Always check the live trail status before leaving home: the entire park closes on Total Fire Ban days, and individual trails can close for weather, maintenance or construction.

The Yarra Valley Trail, in Victoria’s beautiful Yarra Valley east of Melbourne, is a developing shared cycling and walking trail that will eventually connect Lilydale, Yarra Glen and Healesville before linking into the Lilydale–Warburton Rail Trail to create a huge valley-wide cycling network. The currently open section runs for approximately 8.5 km from Lilydale through Coldstream and Yering, following the historic railway corridor across open farmland with sweeping views towards the surrounding Yarra Ranges. Starting from the trail junction near Beresford Road in Lilydale, the route heads north through pasture and scattered bushland towards Coldstream. The former Coldstream Station site provides parking, toilets and a pump track, while a shared path provides access into the township. From there, the trail continues through classic Yarra Valley countryside towards the former Yering Station site. Beyond Yering, riders cross McIntyre Lane before continuing for around 900 m along the old railway embankment. This newer section includes two rebuilt railway bridges and uninterrupted views across the surrounding farmland before reaching the current trail end. The predominantly fine-gravel surface and gentle railway gradients make the route suitable for gravel bikes, mountain bikes, hybrids, e-bikes and recreational riders. The trail follows the former railway towards Yarra Glen and Healesville, which originally opened in 1889. Its future development is particularly exciting: Stage 1 will ultimately extend the trail to Yarra Glen Railway Station, with further stages planned towards Tarrawarra and Healesville. Longer-term plans would connect back into the Lilydale–Warburton Rail Trail around Seville East and Woori Yallock, creating an impressive loop through the wider Yarra Valley. The existing trail is also easy to combine with the Lilydale–Warburton Rail Trail. Both routes split from the same general area in Lilydale, so stronger riders can explore the Yarra Valley Trail towards Yering before returning and continuing towards Mount Evelyn, Wandin, Woori Yallock and Warburton. RTS Tip: The Yarra Valley Trail is still a work in progress, so don’t assume you can currently ride all the way to Yarra Glen or Healesville. For now, an out-and-back from Lilydale to the current trail end beyond Yering gives you roughly 17 km of easy riding, with Coldstream making a handy stop along the way. The route is exposed across sections of farmland, so pack sun protection and water on warmer days. Keep an eye on the trail’s development too — once the planned connections are completed, this will become part of one of Victoria’s most impressive recreational cycling loops