Echuca Moama Self Ride Cycling Tours
Exploring Echuca Moama through our biking trails is a must-do on every trip to the area. Embark on a self-guided town bike tour to discover the legendary past of our region, or venture into the bush to rejuvenate your senses with the fresh country air and sounds of nature.
Here are some of our top bike trails and bush rides in VIC and NSW, offering a variety of experiences from half-day excursions to leisurely rides around town, showcasing intriguing sites along the way.
Echuca Rides
All rides start at the ‘Old Pump House”
START FROM: 2 Heygarth St, Echuca, VIC
TRAIL LENGTH: 500m to 17Km
DIFFICULTY: Easy to Intermediate
Commencing from Aquatic Reserve, 2 Heygarth St, Echuca. Follow the path around to the start of the levee bank where you will head off under the historic Echuca Moama Bridge.
Port of Echuca
START FROM: 2 Heygarth street Echuca, VIC.
TRAIL LENGTH: 800m one way
DIFFICULTY: Easy
Pedal along the shared pathway connecting with the Murray Esplanade enjoying the sights and sounds of the historic Port of Echuca. Imagine a time when bicycles were a common mode of transport.
Banyule State Forest
START FROM: 2 Heygarth street Echuca, VIC.
TRAIL LENGTH: 500m one way
DIFFICULTY: Easy to Intermediate
Connect to the forest via the pathway under the Echuca Moama bridge. If you want a variety of forest pathways that let you enjoy sights of the Murray River, bask in the dappled sunlight that penetrates the river gum forest and potentially run into a mob of kangaroos, then this is the ride for you!
Campaspe River Shared Pathway
START FROM: 2 Heygarth street Echuca, VIC.
TRAIL LENGTH: 3.5Km one way
DIFFICULTY: Easy
A scenic ride along a peaceful shared pathway that meanders alongside the Campaspe River.
There are also two pedestrian bridges that allow for easy access back to downtown Echuca.
Warren Street Shared Pathway
START FROM: 2 Heygarth street Echuca, VIC.
TRAIL LENGTH: 3.5Km one way
DIFFICULTY: Easy
A longer ride yet still an easy ride.Be sure to take your water. This new shared pathway connecting the west of Echuca, allowing you to create a loop and combine this ride with the Campaspe River shared pathway.
Christie’s Beach
START FROM: 2 Heygarth street Echuca, VIC.
TRAIL LENGTH: 8.7Km one way
DIFFICULTY: Easy to Intermediate
A fabulous ride with spectacular views of the Murray River. There are tracks along the Murray River for most of this ride. Always a chance to see some local wildlife including Kangaroos. Plenty of other spots along the river to stop and take it all in. A adventurours day outdoors for couples, familys or groups.
Moama Rides
All rides in Moama, NSW start at the Kerrabee Sound Shell
START FROM: 4 Blair St, Moama, NSW
TRAIL LENGTH: 2Km to 19Km
DIFFICULTY: Easy to Difficult
Commencing from Kerrabee Sound Shell, 4 Blair St, Moama, NSW. Choose a ride below or go your own way. Explore Moama and make memories that will last forever.
Moama Beach
START FROM: 4 Blair St, Moama, NSW
TRAIL LENGTH: 2Km one way
DIFFICULTY: Easy
Pack your swimmers and a picnic and head down to the beach.
Horseshoe Lagoon/Chanter/Bett Street to the Murray River
START FROM: 4 Blair St, Moama, NSW
TRAIL LENGTH: 3.5Km one way
DIFFICULTY: Easy to Intermediate
Ride under the bridge along a combination of on and off road tracks that initially meanders along the Murray River, and then swings back inland past historic sites before re-connecting with the Murray River.
Botanical Gardens/Moama Adventure Playground
START FROM: 4 Blair St, Moama, NSW
TRAIL LENGTH: 3.6Km one way
DIFFICULTY: Easy
Pack a picnic and enjoy the garden and adventure playground.
5 Mile Mountain Bike Trail
START FROM: 4 Blair St, Moama, NSW
TRAIL LENGTH: 9.8Km one way
DIFFICULTY: Easy to Difficult
The ride out to 5 Mile Boat Ramp and Picnic area is a predominantly shared pathway that is separated from vehicular traffic. Pack a picnic or pick up supplies at a local cafe or supermarket along the way. Test your skills on the 7km of purpose-built mountain bike trails.
Moama Loop
START FROM: 4 Blair St, Moama, NSW
TRAIL LENGTH: 13.7Km return
DIFFICULTY: Easy to Intermediate
Complete a circuit of Moama by bicycle.
Blair Street/Kiely Road/Lignum Rd/Martin Road/Twenty Four Lane.
Trail maps for the Banyule State Forest and 5 Mile Mountain Bike Trail
Additional trail maps for the Banyule State Forest and 5 Mile Mountain Bike Trail can be found here:
https://www.trailforks.com/region/echuca/
The Yellowbelly Track is a 200km bike route in Northern Victoria, from Echuca to Tallarook, following the Goulburn River.
To visit the Yellowbelly Track Website please click here
There has never been a better time to start cycling! Cycling allows you to enjoy fresh air and sunshine whilst staying physically and mentally fit.
Experience some of our favourite cycling routes or create your own adventure! There are local cafes, restaurants, wineries and sights to enjoy along the way.
Active Transport Echuca and Moama (ATEAM) is a group of like-minded individuals who are passionate about everyone in Echuca and Moama being able to safely walk and cycle as part of their daily life.
ATEAM has been working with the Campaspe and Murray River Shires to increase the number of footpaths, bike paths and safe crossing points across Echuca and Moama.
Anyone interested in joining ATEAM can do so by emailing talk2ateam@gmail.com or by visiting https://www.facebook.com/groups/talk2ateam
Health references
https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/cycling-health-benefits
Get Outdoors
Embrace nature in Echuca Moama enjoy walking trails, camping under the stars and picturesque picnic spots. The perfect destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a diverse range of adventures.