MILAWA AND THE KING VALLEY

PEDAL TO PROSECCO

Cruise the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail, explore lakeside gravel backroads and savour local wines.

Boasting some of the highest altitude vineyards in Australia, the King Valley is renowned for its cool-climate and European style wine varietals. Base yourself in Victoria's food bowl Milawa or deep in the valley and explore picturesque and varied road rides, rail trails and lakeside gravel routes.

Murray to Mountains Rail Trail

The Murray to Mountains Rail Trail offers unique and easy to ride sections of sealed, off-road riding past historic sites, wineries and the diverse and ever-changing landscape of Victoria's High Country.

Explore the rich history and delectable produce of the Milawa Gourmet Region with a leisurely roll on two wheels. Taste freshly made goodness at Milawa Cheese Company . Try homemade mustards, local olives and honey, seasonal berries and of course, cool-climate wines at John Gehrig , Sam Miranda , or the famed Brown Brothers .

Rubber to the road

Milawa and the King Valley are loaded with long, quiet, undulating country roads lined with stunning views.

Newer to road riding? The Cheshunt Cruise is a 40km roll past picturesque vineyards, historic tobacco kilns and hop farms. Cool off with a dip in Lake William Hovell before returning via the same way.

Starting in Moyhu, the Ryan's Creek Figure 8 loop features plenty of leg-testing hills. Be delighted with the false flat downhill back into Moyhu surrounded by rural vistas.

Gravel & Nature

Push yourself on advanced and expert gravel loops in the King Valley.

The 72km, double black Il Monte loop is not for the faint hearted. Conquering 1000+m elevation and two peaks for stunning views over Lake Buffalo and towards Mt Buffalo.

For something a little shorter, the 30km Due Colline Loop takes in farmland vistas from the valley floor. Climb into the Black Range State Park before freewheeling all the way back to Whitfield.

BIKE FRIENDLY STAYS

Whether you're travelling solo or in a group, the King Valley and Milawa have stays to suit all tastes and budgets.

Feeling fancy? Lancemore Milawa offer 40 stylish guest rooms across from Brown Brothers. Soak in the serenity at Elevation652 , or relax at 3BlackSheds for a chic shed stay for groups and romantic escapes.

Got the swag with you? The Valley View Caravan Park , in the heart of Whitfield, cater for all accom needs and have bike tools and secure storage on site.

King Valley Gravel Routes - King River Brewing

EXPLORE MILAWA AND THE KING VALLEY

Stunning countryside cycling routes work up a valley sized appetite. In Milawa nibble cheese at Milawa Cheese Company and sip wine at famous Brown Brother's or enjoy Hurdle Creek Still's small-batch gin.

Thirsty after pedalling Whitfield? King River Brewing's beers are as refreshing as they come. Taste wines from Dal Zotto , the first winery to plant Prosecco vines in Australia. Red Feet Wines have a great view and are accessible. Mountain View Hotel do a scrumptious Italian feed perfect for cycling sized hunger. After lunch with a view? Chrismont Wines has you covered.