THE HIGH COUNTRY RAIL TRAIL

SPARKLING LAKE HUME AND HIGH COUNTRY HISTORY

Leave the crowds behind and soak in iconic landscapes, railway history and country town charm.

Stretching 78 kilometres from Wodonga through to Tallangatta and Shelley, plus an additional extension between Corryong and Colac Colac, the High Country Rail Trail hugs the shoreline of Lake Hume and rural countryside. BYO bike and experience history-filled towns and all-to-yourself nature.

UNCOVER HISTORIC TRESTLE BRIDGES

Descend 570m from Shelley Station, once Victoria's highest train station, to Tallangatta past 43km of historic trestle bridges and remote nature.

The Boggy Creek Trestle Bridge, near Koetong Station, remains as it was first built as part of the old High Country railway line in 1915 and discover three spectacular timber bridges on the section near Bullioh.

Save the big climb back and organise a car shuffle with friends or chat to Mt Beauty Transfers about private shuttle and bike hire. This section of the rail trail is unsealed and riders need to be self-sufficent.

SANDY CREEK BRIDGE

A signature landmark of the High Country Rail Trail, the striking 600m Sandy Creek Bridge spans the width of spectacular Lake Hume and is a great family pedal from Tallangatta.

Stop at the viewing platform for breathtaking panoramic views and birdwatching before pedalling to Tallangatta or Wodonga through pretty countryside.

OLD TALLANGATTA

Ride back in time to the site of Old Tallangatta and learn about the town flooding and relocation to make way for Lake Hume in the 1950s. Pack a picnic and ride to the charming Old Tallangatta Lookout for cracking views over Lake Hume. This is a great short family ride or convenient stop along the rail trail when on longer adventures with information boards, picnic tables and limited parking available.

Keep pedalling to the nearby Mitta Bridge for water views and a smooth bitumen surface.

Towns and villages of the trail

With pubs, cafés and bakeries, peaceful Corryong is a great base from which to enjoy relaxed family rail trail pedals and explore the mighty Murray River.

Dating back to the early 1870's, the days of tin and gold mining in the area, the Koetong Pub is a locals favourite for a hot meal, a cold drink and a warm welcome.

Sitting pretty next to Lake Hume, Tallangatta is in a prime position for water activities or stay close-by in Bethanga at Switchback Stays for a luxe cycle-friendly base.