A cyclist on a smooth gravel road riding through native bushland on a wet day

Chiltern – Rutherglen 

Chiltern Sports Complex/Alliance St Chiltern Victoria
Gravel
29.6 km
GPX File
White: First timer
Green: Beginner
Blue: Intermediate
Black: Advanced
Double Black: Expert
A cyclist riding on a smooth wet gravel road through open farmland and native bush
A native tree lined smooth gravel road running through open farmland on a sunny day
A cyclist riding past a herd of cows on a sunny day with open farmland in the distance
A gently rising smooth dirt double track surrounded by open farmland and native trees in the distance
  1. A cyclist riding on a smooth wet gravel road through open farmland and native bush
  2. A native tree lined smooth gravel road running through open farmland on a sunny day
  3. A cyclist riding past a herd of cows on a sunny day with open farmland in the distance
  4. A gently rising smooth dirt double track surrounded by open farmland and native trees in the distance
Ride from historic Chiltern to the famous Rutherglen wine region on this picturesque point-to-point route.

This scenic route immerses riders in some of the area's best landscapes including the birdlife-filled Chiltern-Mt Pilot National Park, rolling farmland and historic sites. Beginning from charming Chiltern, roll on a mix of trail surfaces including bush tracks, double trails, farm trails and unpaved town streets. Intermediate cyclists and advanced cyclists will enjoy the challenge of this great Spring and Autumn ride as they roll past the history-filled Magenta Mine, Cornishtown Hall and Mt Ophir Estate. Make sure to finish your ride with a celebratory glass of famous Rutherglen Muscat or a bold red at one of the region's many wineries.

Start location - Chiltern Visitor Information Centre / Community Pool car park
Finish location - Rutherglen Visitor Information Centre
Route distance - 29.6km
Elevation gain - 267m
Water & Toilets - Chiltern Community Pool & Rutherglen Visitor Information Centre

Note - This route is recommended for dry weather only.

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