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.

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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

We’re planning a world-class mountain biking destination in Warburton. When complete, the network will feature 44 trails spanning 186km across three zones on Mt Donna Buang, Mt Little Joe and Mt Tugwell.

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Environment Effects Statement Consultation

Consultation in preparation of the Warburton Mountain Bike Destination’s Environment Effects Statement begins on Monday, November 23. Please check back soon!

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

Federal Gov Building Better Regions Fund – $3m – Committed
State Gov – Growing Suburbs Fund – $3m – Committed
Yarra Ranges Council – $2.7m – Committed
Federal Gov – Regional Growth Fund – $2.3m – Committed
Warburton & Yarra Junction Community Bank – $300k – Committed

Yarra Valley Trail

Stage 1 – Total cost $8.5m

Federal Gov – Regional Growth – $2.5m – Committed
State Gov – Growing Suburbs Fund – $2.5m – Committed
Yarra Ranges Council – $2.5m – Committed
State Gov – Eastern Metro Partnership – $1m – Committed

Project updates

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Yarra Ranges Shire Council
P.O. Box 105, Anderson Street
Lilydale, VIC 3140

T : 1300 368 333