Lilydale to Warburton Rail Trail is a 40km, grade 3 hike located in Yarra Ranges, Victoria. The hike should take around 2 days to complete.
Hike overview
Pedal Pickups is a tour transport service to walkers & cyclists in the Yarra Valley area & surrounds
With a backdrop of mountains including Yarra Ranges National Park this trail passes through a scenic landscape following the Yarra River Valley.
Plenty of good places to stay and great things to consume in the region's cafes, pubs, wineries and restaurants.
The trail has a climb up to Mount Evelyn from both directions.
There are still some crossings of busy roads remaining requiring care and patience.
There is strong community support to extend this rail trail to Yarra Glen, refer future developments below.
Pedal Assist E-bikes and Comfort Hybrid bikes for hire and great food on the rail trail at Warburton.
Route and GPX file
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Tips
Lilydale to Warburton in Melbourne Region
Yarra Valley, east of Melbourne
Fine gravel
Open forest, farmland, hills
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Gear to consider
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Acknowledgement of Country
Trail Hiking Australia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we hike and pay respects to their Elders, past and present, and we acknowledge the First Nations people of other communities who may be here today.
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