Ride Yarra Ranges
An accessible and sustainable world class trail destination that immerses you in the natural beauty of the Yarra Ranges
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Yarra Valley Trail
The proposed Yarra Valley Trail has been described as a game changer for tourism in the Yarra Valley. The 40+ kilometre long trail would link Lilydale, Yarra Glen, Healesville and join into the Lilydale to Warburton Rail Trail.
Project highlights
Economy boost
120 new jobs, 2.19 benefit cost ratio, $16 million in economic spend.
Connected communities
40+ km of trail linking Lilydale, Yarra Glen Healesville and joining into the Lilydale Warburton Rail Trail.
Community health
The trail network will provide an enjoyable and easy way for residents and visitors to stay healthy and active.
Warburton Mountain Bike Destination
Work is currently underway to plan and build a world class mountain biking hub in and near Warburton. The proposed network would see 100+ kilometres of new mountain biking trails completed.
Project highlights
Drop a K
36 km of epic wilderness riding starting at Mt. Donna Buang with a 1000 m vertical descent to Warburton.
IMBA gold status
Trails built to the highest IMBA standards for riders of all levels that can be ridden all year!
Economy boost
122 new jobs, 2.5% benefit cost ratio, $20 million in economic spend.
Funding
Yarra Ranges Council has applied for the following funding to support the Warburton Mountain Bike Destination Project and Yarra Valley Trail Project.
Warburton Mountain Bike Destination
Stage 1 – Total cost $11.3m
Yarra Valley Trail
Stage 1 – Total cost $8.5m
Project updates
Check out the latest updates from the Ride Yarra Ranges project. See how far the project has come along, view all our project updates.
Yarra Valley Trail opening delayed
Yarra Valley Trail opening delayed The opening of Yarra Valley Trail Stage 1A (Lilydale to Yering) has been delayed until mid [...]
Ground truthing and environmental work continues
Ground truthing and environmental work continues Ground truthing Throughout the last month, the team have been busy braving the rain, hail [...]
Warburton MTB Destination project update – Master Plan nearing completion and environmental works in progress
Warburton MTB Destination project update - Master Plan nearing completion and environmental works in progress The Warburton Mountain Bike Destination (WMBD) [...]
Get in touch
Want to know more about the project, or want to leave some feedback? We’d love to hear from you!
Yarra Ranges Shire Council
P.O. Box 105, Anderson Street
Lilydale, VIC 3140
T : 1300 368 333