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A big day on Ride High Country’s trails deserves celebration ales. Inspired by popular wine trails, the passionate High Country brewers joined forces to create a craft beer trail weaving through some of the best cycling hot spots in Victoria’s High Country. With brews made from locally grown hops, delicious post-ride hunger conquering food and…

This year is the 40th anniversary of the rolling cycling festival that is the Great Vic Bike Ride. To mark this huge milestone Bicycle Network is bringing it back to where it all began in 1984 with the ultimate 501km social cycle trip through Victoria’s High Country from Saturday 23 November to Sunday 1 December…

Winter is for cosy fireplaces, dramatic landscapes and…mountain biking of course. Low temperatures mean high thrills at Ride High Country’s year-round mountain bike parks with morning frosts giving way to afternoon hero dirt and crisp temperatures delivering ideal climbing conditions. Grab your bike, pack your jacket and meet us on the trail at our top…

Hop on two wheels to make the most of the last of the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail autumn leaf colours. Blue sky days, cosy sweaters, seasonal produce and up to 72km of relaxed riding between the iconic towns of Beechworth and Bright await. BYO bikes, rent from one of the many local bike shops…

Help us make the 7 Peaks Challenge even better. Have your say on what makes this cycling challenge a must-do and what you would like to see in the future. In order to be in the draw for a Ride High Country Merchandise Pack you will need to ensure you enter your email address. By…

Red and gold autumn leaves, local produce, award-winning wineries and relaxed rail trail riding. Treat yourself to a delectable Pedal to Produce autumn getaway in the Milawa Gourmet Region. Pedal from Wangaratta to picturesque Milawa on the Murray to Mountains rail trail past 15kms of rolling rural landscapes dotted with some of the region’s best…

Cycling, rolling green hills, local produce and outdoor art? Yes please. Rediscover the Great Victorian Rail Trail on two wheels for a truly unique active art experience. From Tallarook to Mansfield roll past, climb in and learn about the seven new major artworks and 20 scar trees created by eight artists. Each artwork draws on…

Take an unforgettable two wheeled family getaway on the Great Victorian Rail Trail. With 134kms of short, medium and long riding options from Tallarook to Mansfield and a branch line to Alexandra, there’s a mountain of outdoor adventures to keep the whole family entertained. Interact, climb and learn with the trail’s new outdoor art. Ride…

There are now even more reasons to explore Victoria’s longest continuous rail trail this summer. Rediscover the Great Victorian Rail Trail and it’s engaging new outdoor art trail for the ultimate cycling adventure. Spanning 134km from Tallarook to Mansfield with a branch line to Alexandra, discover art, charming towns, majestic valleys, lakes and mountains on…

Sip, sip, hooray – the annual High Country Brewery Trail collaboration brew turns 10 this year. The High Country Brewery Trail is the ultimate brew road trip, linking seven unique breweries and the spectacular trails and routes between them. A road trip best taken over a few days, the High Country Brewery Trail is a…

GRAVELISTA High Country is back in iconic Beechworth for its second year this 27-29 October 2023. Whether you’re rolling with friends or racing to win, the Trek UCI Gravel World Series event will have something for gravel enthusiasts of all ages and levels. Take on the challenging 120km or 80km course, cruise with friends on…

Soaring bridges, lake views and High Country hospitality. The High Country Rail Trail’s popular family rides are jam-packed with fun and adventure. Pedal back in time to Old Tallangatta, soar over Lake Hume as you ride across Sandy Creek Bridge and weave through peaceful farmland in Corryong. Let the good times roll… Tallangatta to Sandy…

We can’t wait to watch the riders battle it out for the yellow jersey in the Tour de France and Tour de France Femmes this July. Dreaming about mountain climbs too? Take on your own mountain stages with Ride High Country’s annual 7 Peaks Challenge in Victoria’s High Country from this October – April. Climb…

Winter means cool temperatures, roaring fires…and Mystic Mountain Bike Park shuttles. There’s no winter hibernating in Victoria’s High Country with Blue Dirt shuttles running 7 days a week at Mystic Mountain Bike Park in Bright. Add to that Bright’s cycle culture, delicious food and brews, epic mountain views, and you’ve got yourself the ultimate winter…