13km | Boolarra - Mirboo North | Swing through enchanting hilly countryside and eucalypt forest with a background track of birdsong.
This gently descending trail, complete with two arch bridges, makes for a scenic bushland ride across 13km connecting Boolarra and Mirboo North.
The trail has a start and end point at each of these two towns, and an access point midway at Darlimurla.
Travel via Monash Fwy (M1) and South Gippsland Hwy (A440) to Leongatha. Then follow Strzelecki Hwy (B460) to Mirboo North approximately 160km south-east of Melbourne.
Start your journey filling your energy reserves at one of Mirboo North’s warm country kitchens or take a cooking class with Jacican. Admire the colourful murals adorning the town’s heritage buildings then browse the fashion, craft, textiles and jewellery at the butter factory-turned-gift store, The ARTSpace.
The gentle descent through forest regrowth from the 2009 bushfires makes for an emerald-hued ride. The halfway point at Darlimurla has an information shelter with trail map and the Big Tree, a remnant of the exquisite tall trees that used to grow in the area.
Enjoy the downhill ride and river crossings over arch bridges. When you arrive in Boolarra, enjoy a cheeky treat from the general store or celebrate your triumphant ride with a cleansing ale in the classic rustic pub.
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