Two cyclists taking on technical features on the Cascades Trail

Ride Marysville

FERN-FILLED FLOW & THRILLS

Chase more than waterfalls in lush Marysville. MTB parks, destination trails, road climbs and gravel calls.

This pretty town located just 1.5 hours from Melbourne at the base of Lake Mountain is passionate about all things bikes. From village cycling sculptures to huge descent MTB trails, gravel weaving through sky reaching trees and a 7 Peaks Challenge road climb, 'The Ville' brings the riding stoke.

Lake Mountain MTB Park

Lake Mountain Bike Park transforms into a green season MTB zone in summer with singletrack galore, bike shuttle, bike hire and a cafe. Take on beginner-friendly green trails, technical cross-country routes and the accessible, adaptive-bike friendly Kestrel Trail.

Don't miss the star attraction - the 28km Cascades trail descending 1550m all the way to Marysville. On the darker side of blue, this trail serves up a serious challenge with four types of dirt, steep berms and natural and built features.

Buxton MTB Park

Ride Buxton MTB Park's flowing 23km of singletrack weaving through the fern-filled Black Range State Forest.

Featuring gentle climbs and fast, flowing descents, the park’s 9 purpose-built trails are organized into signed loops, making it easy for riders of all abilities to navigate. As a fun, primarily intermediate trail network, this park is great for riders of varying levels to grab ride time together.

HIT THE ROAD

Lake Mountain is the closest 7 Peaks Challenge climb to Melbourne. Pedal past majestic alpine ash as you climb from Marysville to Lake Mountain up 932m over 21km. The first 4km will test your limits reaching gradients of 10% before rewarding you with views across the Cathedral Range.

Take it to the valley on The Triangle loop ride. Pencil this one in for autumn to roll through Gould Memorial Drive's golden poplars.

GIRO DELLA DONNA

Marysville is the new home of the famous weekend-long road and gravel event, Giro della Donna . Push the limits and feel the burn on the 144km road course with 3,295m of elevation. Explore the winding scenic gravel roads over 44km and compete in the twilight criterium.

After more gravel? Follow your wheel on a self-guided adventure. Waterfalls, forests and views are your prize.

Image credit: Giro della Donna and Piper Albrecht

BIKE FRIENDLY STAYS

Whether you're travelling solo, with the family, or in a group of friends, you'll feel right at home in Marysville.

The BIG4 Taggerty Holiday Park, on the banks of the Acheron river, is a perfect base for High Country adventure. Couples looking for a relaxing retreat need look no further than Marysville Garden Cottages . The centrally located Tower Motel and Peppers Marysville Hotel has everything you need for solo getaways and group holidays.

Two cyclists drinking coffee at a table in Marysville

TAKE A LOOK AROUND MARYSVILLE

Immerse yourself in Marysville's warm hospitality. Enjoy a breakfast at cute Keppel Café and indulge your sweet tooth at Marysville Lolly Shop .

Conquer your mountain sized appetite at locals favourite The Duck Inn. Take a drive to rustic Black Spur Inn for seasonal, produce forward meals. Or treat yourself to a romantic dinner at Pepper's Andiamo Restaurant . Round off your adventure with a brew on Sundays in family-friendly Bonfire Station's leafy beer garden.