Two cyclists riding the new 56km wilderness Indigo Epic trail

Indigo Epic Trail 

Short loop, long loop or full wilderness loop
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Key Features 

Send it on 56km of All Mountain singletrack wilderness trail connecting the historic towns Beechworth and Yackandandah.

Open year-round, the intermediate Indigo Epic trail offers something for everyone with A and B-line features running through picturesque scenery. Built with a “helix loop design” riders can tackle its full length, ride from town to town or ride the two loops.

Cyclists renting bikes to ride the Indigo Epic at the Old Beechworth Gaol
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Services & FACILITIES 

Your MTB adventure is covered with:

Note: This trail takes you through remote areas. Make sure you are self-sufficient, ride to your ability and always ride in a group.

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Trail Highlights 

  • Homeward Bound | 6km - Feel the flow on this undulating long descent section packed with features.
  • Ferny Gully | 2.45km - One of the prettiest trail sections with sculpted berms, thick ferns and Nine Mile Creek.
  • Beechworth to Yackandandah | 23km - Ride town to town on this mostly downhill trail and super fun section. Car shuffle with friends or book a return shuttle with The Bike Hire Company.
Cyclists pushing their bikes through historic gold-rush town Beechworth

Take a look at Beechworth 

Choose to start, finish or take a break on your Indigo Epic trail adventure in vibrant Beechworth. No matter your taste, you’re spoilt for choice with a stack of cycle-friendly accommodation and must-try dining.

Kickstart your day with coffee at Little NEV or Project Forty Nine . After a big day on the bike quench your thirst with craft beer and pizza at Bridge Road Brewers right in the heart of Beechworth. Add to your getaway with a visit to Woolshed Falls , enjoy a Beechworth Honey Tasting and more.

Take a look at Yackandandah 

Make artistic Yackandandah your mountain biking base or take a break on your riding adventure to refuel where the locals do.

Wake up with perfectly brewed coffee in a converted 100 year old train carriage at The Guard . Tuck into a pie from Beechworth Bakery , treat yourself to one of Two Sisters on High's amazing cakes or enjoy an American BBQ lunch at the Star Hotel .

A trip to 'Yack' wouldn't be complete without a tasting at not one but two local distilleries - Backwoods Distilling Co. and Yack Creek Distillery .

The Indigo Epic is joint-managed by local cycling clubs Beechworth Chain Gang and Yack Tracks. These dedicated volunteers are passionate about all things mountain biking and the local community. Enjoyed your riding experience? Click here and click here to drop them a note of thanks.