Alexandra Gravel Routes - Goin' to Bonnie Doon

Ride Alexandra

The locals call it alex

Roll along the Great Victorian Rail Trail, explore secluded gravel routes and spin along quiet country roads.

Riding in Alex really is choose your own adventure. Explore art, history and spectacular scenery on the iconic Great Victorian Rail Trail. Work the legs on quiet country roads past vast lakes and valleys. Or pack your panniers and pedal secluded gravel routes weaving through picturesque countryside.

The Great Victorian Rail Trail

Explore the iconic Great Victorian Rail Trail and its new art. Ride the branch line from Alexandra to Cathkin and beyond.

Roll past outdoor art, heritage classified rivers, majestic valleys and mountains. BYO bike and base yourself in Alexandra to ride past historic railway locations, book a bike with Yarck Bikes , take a tour with Tour de Vines or see the highlights with a shuttle and bike from Double Black Alpine .

Gravel Country

The quiet, secluded roads around Alexandra are what gravel riding dreams are made of. Explore green rolling hills and sweeping views of Lake Eildon on gravel and mixed surface loops winding through picturesque countryside.

Goin to Bonnie Doon is a true highlight. Start the day on the Great Victorian Rail Trail before climbing gravel roads for incredible lake views as you roll down to Bonnie Doon.

Cyclist riding across a wood feature at Eildon Mountain Bike Park

Eildon MTB Park

Pack the mountain bike and take a side trip to Eildon Mountain Bike Park . Just 20 minutes drive from Alexandra, this technical park delivers a thrilling ride.

Originally designed for national cross-country and downhill competitions, Murrindindi Cycle Club has evolved the trails to deliver a ride for all abilities. Ride the beginner-friendly green loop, feel the burn on intermediate longer loops and take on the white knuckle expert downhill trail.

BIKE FRIENDLY STAYS

Whether you're travelling solo, with the family, or in a group of friends, Alexandra has great options to suit all tastes and budgets.

Summerlands Private Hotel offers four thoughtful suites set among picturesque gardens. For something different, choose from two historic buildings (complete with clawfoot bath) at the recently renovated Churches in close-by Yarck.

Got the swag with you? Eildon's Big4 Holiday Park set on the lush banks of the Goulburn River makes camping a breeze.

Group of cyclist including adults and children being picked up by Double Black Alpine in Alexandra

take a look around alexandra

Alexandra’s historic, tree-lined streets house some hidden gastronomic treasures – stay a while and taste your way through town.

Grant St Grocer serves up regional produce seven days a week for breakfast and lunch. Thirsty? On Point Brewery's craft beers are inspired by the beauty of the local landscape. Pouring Friday to Sunday, with pizzas and kransky sausages available all day, the beer garden is the perfect spot to swap biking stories with the locals.