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Murray to Mountains Rail Trail: an e-bike rider’s guide

180 km from Wangaratta to Bright (with branches to Milawa, Beechworth and Yackandandah) · North East Victoria (High Country)

Checked · sources below

Length
180 km
Start
Wangaratta
Finish
Bright (with branches to Milawa, Beechworth and Yackandandah)
Region
North East Victoria (High Country)
Surface
Sealed on the main trail; the Beechworth to Yackandandah extension has mixed surfaces
Difficulty
Parts suit all ages and abilities. The Beechworth branch is uphill most of the way, with some steep sections.

E-bike rules on this trail

We couldn’t find a trail-specific e-bike rule from the trail’s managers. Follow the Victoria rules: 250 W, assistance only while pedalling and to 25 km/h. Any age, no licence. Helmet always.

Victoria e-bike laws · Is my e-bike legal? 1-minute check

Highlights

  • Mountain views of Mt Buffalo, Feathertop and Hotham
  • Riverside park on the Ovens River at Myrtleford, with a historic tobacco kiln
  • Side trips to the Milawa Gourmet Region and to historic Beechworth
  • 2024 Beechworth to Yackandandah extension: nearly 32 km off-road, with nine new bridges and an elevated boardwalk

Before you go

  • Wangaratta is the start point and can be reached by train
  • Wangaratta bicycle hub at Merriwa Park has lockers, showers and change rooms
  • Towns: Wangaratta, Bowser, Everton Upper, Myrtleford, Porepunkah, Bright, Milawa, Beechworth, Yackandandah
  • The Great Valley Trail continues 27 km from Bright to Harrietville and is family-friendly
  • Bike shuttles are available for the return from Yackandandah
Charging and battery range. Gravel, hills and headwinds drain a battery faster than the spec sheet says. Plan your stops, carry your charger, and never leave a battery charging unattended — see battery safety.

Mga karaniwang tanong

Can you ride an e-bike on the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail?

We couldn’t find a trail-specific e-bike rule from the trail’s managers. Follow the Victoria rules: 250 W, assistance only while pedalling and to 25 km/h. Any age, no licence. Helmet always.

How long is the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail?

180 km, from Wangaratta to Bright (with branches to Milawa, Beechworth and Yackandandah).

What is the surface like on the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail?

Sealed on the main trail; the Beechworth to Yackandandah extension has mixed surfaces

Mga source

Trail conditions change — check the trail’s official site for closures before you ride. EbikeMate is not affiliated with the trail’s managers. Spotted something out of date? Sabihin sa amin.

I-rehistro ang e-bike ko — libre

Ang bike mo

I-save ang bike mo at makikita sa bawat piyesa kung kasya ito. Naka-save sa device na ito; hindi kailangan ng account.

Idagdag ang bike mo

Wala ang brand sa listahan? Pumili ayon sa motor system — nakabatay ang mga piyesa sa motor, hindi sa tatak sa frame.

Nasaan ka?

Ang postcode mo ang nagpapasya kung ano ang makikita mo. Pickup lang ang mga battery, kaya lumalabas lang ang mga ito sa mga mamimiling malapit sa nagbebenta, at may ilang item na hindi ipinapakita sa bawat state.