​Port Campbell is a picturesque coastal town on the Great Ocean Road. The town of Port Campbell is only 11 minutes’ drive from the 12 Apostles and has a variety of shops, cafes and restaurants, petrol, services and amenities as well as some magnificent bay and coastline views. Located approximately 3 hours’ drive from Melbourne, 1 hour from Colac or 1.5 hours’ drive from Apollo Bay, Port Campbell is like the less famous but just as good-looking little sibling to the more well-known towns of Torquay, Lorne and Apollo Bay. Port Campbell is sure to surprise you. 

Hire a bike from Ride With Us and ride along the newly built Timboon – Port Campbell Trail. Choose a bicycle or ebike and enjoy a leisurely ride along the purpose built 19km bicycle and walking trail with scenic views from the coast to the award-winning Top Tiny Tourism Town of Timboon. Pets allowed on this trail.
Stop off at Schulz Organic Dairy and Café before continuing into Timboon for handpicked strawberries, award winning Timboon Fine Ice Cream, whisky, cafes and lolly shop as well as clothing and gift boutiques.
You also have the option to ride one way to Timboon or Cobden and be dropped back to Port Campbell at the end of your ride. The bicycle meeting point in Port Campbell is the Sow and Piglets Brewery & Guest House. 

​Cross the Port Campbell suspension bridge and climb the stairs to the top for beautiful views over Port Campbell. There is also a small car park with access off the Great Ocean Road for those who don’t want to climb the stairs.

The Port Campbell Discovery Walk is a scenic walk along a winding gravel path with ocean views. Take in the sandstone cliffs and views over the town of Port Campbell and its small bay as you make your way through the low-lying scrub to Two Mile Bay and back (approximately 4.8kms return). Park in Port Campbell and head towards the Port Campbell Surf Lifesaving Club. Take the path next to the Caravan Park and across the Port Campbell suspension bridge, then climb the stairs to the top and follow the path. Alternatively, there is a small car park with access to the trail off the Great Ocean Road or Two Mile Bay. Dogs are not allowed on this walk. See where you can take your dog here.

The 12 Apostles are the number one attraction in the region and is an experience we recommend ticking off your bucket list. A purpose built viewing platform allows you to take in the views. The most spectacular time of day is usually sunset. While you’re there, don’t miss the opportunity to spot the little penguins that typically begin to emerge from the sea 10 to 15 minutes after sunset. Little penguins can also be spotted from London Bridge. Note that this is not an up-close experience with penguins so binoculars are recommended. Loan binoculars are available from the Port Campbell Visitor Information Centre. Ask at the Visitor Information Centre for the best place to spot the little penguins during your stay. 

There are a handful of eateries and drink spots to choose from including a pub, microbrewery, beachside dining and bar, cafés, restaurants and take away. Grab an afternoon sweet treat at the lolly shop or the seasonal ice cream bar. For foodies on an adventure, follow the 12 Apostles Food Artisan’s Trail from Port Campbell to Timboon and surrounds, enjoying the tastes of local produce including cheese, handpicked strawberries, chocolate and homemade fudge, just to name a few.

This section of the Great Ocean Road is known as the Shipwreck Coast and for good reason. The treacherous waters around this area fooled many sailors. Visit Loch Ard Gorge which is named after the Loch Ard ship which ran aground crashing into Mutton Bird Island in 1878. The only two survivors out of the 52 passengers were teenagers Tom Pearce and Eva Carmichael who dragged themselves to the safety of the beach inside Loch Ard Gorge. There are several walks and lookouts with beautiful views.

Prior to 1990, London Bridge connected to the mainland before one of the arches collapsed, leaving it as its own little island. When the seas are rough huge swells crash up against the sides of the limestone landmark which will leave you in awe. Grab your camera for a magnificent photo opportunity.

Just a few minutes drive from London Bridge you will find The Grotto. Wander down the steps into the sink hole for a unique view through the limestone arch and out to sea.

There are many more lookouts with easy walks along this section of the coast including Bay of Martyrs, Bay of Islands and Gibson Steps where you can also make your way down onto the beach when conditions are suitable.

Dogs are not allowed on these walks. See where you can take your dog.

The Great Ocean Walk is a 100km coastal hiking trail which stretches from Apollo Bay, through Cape Otway to the 12 Apostles. The trail is designed to be walked in one direction over a period of 5 to 8 days however day hikes are also a great way to experience the spectacular trail without needing to commit to an overnight or multi-day hike experience.  
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Not all sections of the trail have vehicle access to or near the trail. For one day hikes from Port Campbell, we recommend walking from Princetown Recreation Reserve to the 12 Apostles (7kms) or from The Gables to the 12 Apostles (approx. 18km). The walk has magnificent views, and scenery so is well worth the trek if you are into an active holiday. 

​The Great Ocean Road stretches for over 234kms from one end to the other and the region is bigger than that again, including many nearby inland towns. If you are visiting the Great Ocean Road with your dog, we have collated walks, activities, things to do and places to stay which are pet friendly around Port Campbell, Timboon, Princetown and Peterborough.

Dogs are permitted off leash at:

• The Port Campbell Recreation Reserve oval (lower level)
• Peterborough beach between the bridge and the monument at the carpark south of Irvine Park. Restrictions prohibit dogs between 9am and 6pm daily between 1 December and Easter Monday inclusive.
• Logan’s Beach Warrnambool

Dogs are permitted on lead only at the following places:

• Port Campbell Jetty
• Port Campbell Soldiers Memorial Walk
• Camperdown to Timboon Rail Trail
• 12 Apostles Bicycle Trail
• Timboon Bushland Reserve (Cowley’s Creek)
• Timboon Power Creek Reserve
• Timboon Recreation Reserve
• Peterborough Walking Track
• Peterborough Wild Dog Cove
• Princetown Serpentine Boardwalk
• Princetown Old Coach Road East to the Recreation Reserve
• Princetown Recreation Reserve
• Johanna Beach
• Sandy Cove in the Childers Cove area
• Dogs are allowed on leash in all Corangamite Shire townships. These towns include but are not limited to Port Campbell, Princetown, Timboon, Cobden, Camperdown and Terang.

If spending the day or more in Warrnambool, find out more about designated dog friendly areas. 

​Timboon is the easiest town to get around with dogs as there are plenty of grassed areas and easy access to walking trails from the town centre which are dog friendly. Timboon is only a 16-minute drive from Port Campbell and a 29-minute drive from Princetown. There are also a few good take away places including Timboon Take Away and The Fat Cow Food Co so you can grab something food and drinks to go, then sit and enjoy your food outside with your fur baby.

Timboon Fine Ice Cream is dog friendly with a large outdoor seating area and grass plus they make ice cream suitable for dogs in maple bacon, banana, vanilla and peanut butter flavours. Their doggie ice cream is inspired by owners Tim and Caroline's dogs Winnie and Rose. Winnie and Rose doggie ice cream is low lactose, low sugar and low fat and is churned with hemp seed oil to make those furry coats shine. 

Dogs are also welcome in the gardens with outdoor seating area at Schulz Organic Creamery and Café just a few minutes drive from Timboon township.

Dogs are welcome at 12 Rocks Café in Port Campbell. We recommend calling ahead to check with Port Campbell Hotel (pub) and Sow and Piglets Brewery which both have small outdoor areas.

Daysy Hill Country Cottages, Port Campbell – There are one and two bedroom cottages and two bedroom cabins suitable for staying with your dog. Comfortable and clean accommodation. Daysy Hill has an undercover bbq area, fire pit and picnic table with a view. Both cottages and cabins are well suited for you and your furry friend to relax. Pets are unable to stay in the suites but are welcome in the cabins and cottages. Please bring your pooch’s own bedding and bowls. There are a number of animals including chickens that wander the gardens, friendly sheep and some cattle on the property.

Seahorse Coastal Villas, Peterborough - Set off the Great Ocean Road and surrounded by countryside, this unassuming collection of villas is 1 km from Peterborough Golf Course, 5 km from The Grotto rock formation and 25 km from the Twelve Apostles scenic point. Relaxed, air-conditioned villas provide Wi-Fi access, TVs and kitchens, as well as laundry facilities. Some villas have bunk beds.

12 Apostles Motel & Country Retreat, Princetown - Set on 3 hectares of country property on the edge of Port Campbell National Park, this tranquil motel is 3 km from The Twelve Apostles rock formations and 7 km from Loch Ard Gorge. The cosy rooms feature microwaves, tea and coffeemaking facilities, flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Room service is available. There are also cottages with kitchenettes. Amenities include a restaurant/bar and a barn, plus a playground, BBQ facilities and gardens. Breakfast is offered for a fee.

Bayview no. 2 at Bayview Villas, Port Campbell - This beachfront 2 bedroom apartment is located just across from the beach & only a 1 minute walk to the nearest coffee shop.

Surf break at Bayview Villas, Port Campbell - Beautiful views over looking the bay of Port Campbell and just a few meters from the beach edge.

Princetown Recreation Reserve Powered and unpowered sites. Undercover BBQ Area, Picnic Tables, Childrens' Playground, Tennis Court, Toilets. The Princetown Recreation Reserve is located 6km's east of the 12 Apostles, adjacent the Gellibrand River. Dogs are allowed within the Recreation Reserve when walked on a lead and kept at owners camp but unfortunately they are not allowed on the beach as it is a National Park. 

More pet friendly accommodation

Ride With Us provide offer pet friendly bike hire and transport for Timboon, Cobden, Port Campbell and surrounds.

Finishing your hike with a view of the 12 Apostles is undoubtedly a stand out experience on the Great Ocean Walk, however there are many other highlights of the walk.

Popular features include the Cape Otway Lightstation (also known as the Cape Otway Lighthouse), Wreck beach, spotting wildlife including wallabies and koalas and the dramatically different scenery from the tall trees to the cliff top beach views. 

We asked Great Ocean Walk hikers which were their favourite parts of the Great Ocean Walk and there was a general sentiment that the entire trail is worth doing for it's beautiful scenery which changes as you walk. However hikers told us if they had to choose, the walk between Cape Otway and Aire River has great views from cliff tops. There is also the bonus in this section of having the option to walk on Station Beach and down to Rainbow Falls if the tide permits. Other hikers said their favourite sections included Blanket Bay, Devil's Kitchen and Aire River to Johanna Beach. If planning on camping overnight, the Johanna Beach campsite is often the most mentioned as a favourite spot due to its views. Another Great Ocean Walker said if you are only going to do one section, Johanna Beach to the end of the walk has many spectacular highlights.

For those new to hiking and looking to ease your way into it, Elliot Ridge to Blanket Bay or Cape Otway to Aire River are some of the best sections of the walk to try.

There is no right or wrong way to plan your itinerary for the Great Ocean Walk. All hikers are different. Some people plan to hike approximately 10km per day and others choose to walk as far as 30kms in one day. If you are not in a hurry just to tick off the goal of finishing the walk, we recommend factoring in a little bit of extra time to go slow and enjoy your surroundings, spot wildlife and enjoy your time in nature (perhaps allowing for the odd detour and photo opportunity).  We have heard of hikers who spent an 11 hour day hiking 27kms only to regret it later and wish they'd been able to slow down and enjoy their surroundings.

There are suggested time frames for completing the walk depending on your preferred pace/fitness level however the terrain can be challenging at times which is why the recommended kilometres per day often appear shorter than what you might have expected. There are also factors like mud to consider during Winter, Spring or periods of heavy rainfall. We recommend purchasing the official Great Ocean Walk visitor guide/map which gives detailed information about the trail.  

The Great Ocean Walk can generally be divided into eight walking sections, although many people choose to combine sections or alter the start and finish locations of each day's hike to match their ideal overall hiking time frame.

There are numerous variations of how you can complete your Great Ocean Walk in anywhere from 5 to 7 days. Below is an indication of how you might consider completing the walk in six one day hikes:
1. Apollo Bay to Blanket Bay
2. Blanket Bay to Cape Otway
3. Cape Otway to Castle Cove
4. Castle Cove to Milanesia Gate
5. Milanesia Gate to Gables carpark
6. Gables Carpark to the 12 Apostles

Great Ocean Walk hikers planning a day hike from the start of the trail will usually walk from Apollo Bay to Shelley Beach, Elliot Ridge or Blanket Bay. Although not as common, the more ambitious hikers will walk from Apollo Bay all the way to Cape Otway in one day.

Great Ocean Walk experience and photos by Jaeya Hough. Share your own Great Ocean Walk adventure with us and be rewarded; Find out how.

Ride With Us provide a transport shuttle service for the Great Ocean Walk for solo hikers, couples/pairs and small groups of up to 8 people. Transport operates 7 days a week by advance booking. One off transfers, multi day transport and luggage service available. Pick up and drop off locations include the Great Ocean Walk trail, train stations and airports, campgrounds, accommodation and your car.

Join the Tips for Hiking The Great Ocean Walk Facebook Group.

Ride With Us have proudly sponsored Jessica Baker on her quest to complete the Great Ocean Walk and raise money for the Very Special Kids Foundation. As parents and grandparents ourselves, this charity is also one which is close to our heart. We are sponsoring the Great Walk for Very Special Kids in memory of our grandson Tyler.

About Jessica and her expedition

Jessica is a Registered Nurse, Farmer's Wife and mother to two beautiful children and she has set herself a "𝐕𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥" challenge. Jessica is packing her bags, donning her hiking boots and hitting the trails. On October 9 she will be hiking the entire distance of 𝕋𝕙𝕖 𝔾𝕣𝕖𝕒𝕥 𝕆𝕔𝕖𝕒𝕟 ℝ𝕠𝕒𝕕 unsupported. Over 104kms along the Great Ocean Walk trails, beginning at Apollo Bay and finishing at the stunning Twelve Apostles. All for one reason.... To raise much needed funds for a very deserving charity. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐕𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐊𝐢𝐝𝐬 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. Very Special Kids provides holistic palliative care for children and young people with life-limiting conditions, and tailored support for their families – through life, death and bereavement. Their integrated approach includes emotional, clinical and practical support to improve quality of life and create positive, lasting memories. As Victoria’s only children’s hospice, their holistic services support more than 850 families across Victoria. This will be Jessica’s very first Trail Walk for Charity and hopefully the very first of many. You can follow Jessica’s progress, leading up to and including the big event on Instagram @the_great_walk_for_kids

Donations welcome here.​

Geoff Edlund who is always on the hunt for creative, fun, and interesting places, events, and experiences went on a road trip to South West Victoria and visited Timboon and Cobden on his adventure. He was impressed by his experience and decided to write about what to do in Timboon and Cobden which now features on Weekend Notes.

So, what is there to do on your own South West Victorian road trip through Timboon and Cobden?

Ride With Us tours and bike hire featured as well as some popular local shopping spots, cafes, activities and sightseeing opportunities. Think mini golf, miniature train rides on a 1.8km railway track and a visit to a historic trestle bridge and much more.

Hire a bike and ride along the Camperdown to Timboon Rail Trail to the historic Timboon Trestle Bridge which crosses Curdie's River, book a gourmet food and sightseeing tour or simply call Ride With Us for a taxi to get you to and from an afternoon or evening at one of the featured drinks spots.

Read more about what to do and where to stay in Cobden and Timboon on Weekend Notes.

The Sow and Piglets is a microbrewery in Port Campbell. An unassuming venue with comfy indoor seating and a nice sunny outdoor deck for the warmer weather, the brew pub has a range of six homemade beers on tap, plus a selection of wines and a few spirits. Grab yourself a pizza if you’re feeling peckish. The Sow and Piglets Brew Pub using traditional brewing methods and the microbrewery has quite the story about how it came to be. Grab yourself a craft beer and watch the sunset from the deck over Port Campbell.
https://sowandpigletsguesthouse.com.au/sow-and-piglets-brew-pub/​

Ride With Us have a local taxi and an 8-passenger luxury vehicle based in Cobden for all your boozy trips to and from Cobden. No trip in Cobden is too short. Ride With Us is an accredited taxi and transport service, locally owned and operated family business which provides friendly customer service. Ride With Us are well-known by locals and tourists alike. Call a cab on 0438 407 777, find out more about our taxi and transport services or explore our website.

We know many hikers love being able to share their experience with others so we are giving you the opportunity to share your experience with those who are researching the Great Ocean Walk and in return we will give you a $50 Prezzee gift card to spend on anything of your choosing from over 490 Australian retailers, restaurants and service providers. 

All you need to do is:

• Capture some photos or videos along your hike.
• Write about your walk. You may wish to write a summary or snapshot of your walk, recount memorable parts of your itinerary, provide tips for hikers or any notes you think would be valuable to share with other hikers researching the Great Ocean Walk.
• Make sure your submission is between 700 and 2400 words and don't forget to let us know the dates of your walk.
• Send a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 10 photos of your hike. Short videos are also welcome.
• Ensure your submission is sent in a word document or in the body of an email is fine too (not saved as PDF, jpeg or png).
• Please email your hike experience through to laura@businessempowered.com.au and we will be in touch to send you your Prezzee gift card.
• We will respond to your submission within 7 days. If you do not get a response from us, we may not have received your submission. Please feel free to follow up or resend.

We chose Prezzee so you have the flexibility to buy what you want with your gift card. Prezzee gift cards can be used at over 490 Australian stores including Mountain Designs, Macpac, BCF, Woolworths, Ampol, Coles, Apple, Kmart, Amazon, GooglePlay, BP, Myer, JB Hi Fi, Bunnings, Target, Netflix, Endota, Webjet, Rebel, David Jones, Spotify, The Good Guys, Country Road, Peter Alexander, Witchery, Seed, Dymocks, Review and much more. You can find out more about Prezzee here. 

Terms of entry to be eligible for a $50 gift card:

• Your submission must be about your Great Ocean Walk hike. You may wish to write a summary or snapshot of your walk, recount memorable parts of your itinerary, provide tips for hikers or any notes you think would be valuable to share with other hikers researching the Great Ocean Walk.
• All Great Ocean Walk hikers are welcome to enter even if you didn't book through Ride With Us but entries must not refer to or promote other businesses in your submission. 
• Submissions must be between 700 and 2400 words.
• Please include the dates of your Great Ocean Walk hike.
• Please send a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 10 photos of your hike. Short videos are also welcome.
• Words used to describe your hike, photos and videos must be your own.
• Your written submission will only be eligible if saved in a word document, or sent in the body of an email. PDF, jpeg or png images will not be deemed eligible.
• Submissions will only be accepted by email to laura@businessempowered.com.au
• If you do not wish for your surname to be published, please advise when sending your email submission.
• Any submissions using offensive language or appearing to be spam or a false recount of a Great Ocean Walk hike will not be eligible. 

Conditions of Entry:
By sending an email with the above information to laura@businessempowered.com.au you authorise Ride With Us to post your written submission and accompanying photos and videos on the Ride With Us website and the Ride With Us social media channels which includes but is not limited to Facebook and Instagram. Ride With Us will include your name and date or month of hike unless you advise otherwise. If you do not want your surname published with your post, please advise in your email submission. Posts which do not comply with the above requested terms of entry will not be eligible to receive a gift card. Ride With Us reserves the right to post at any date now or in the future and reserves the right not to post any submissions. Entries must not refer to or promote businesses other than if you booked with Ride With Us. Emailing your submission through does not automatically guarantee your submission will be posted on the Ride With Us website or social media channels. Do not make a submission if you do not agree with these terms and conditions. 

Recently Sandra Timmins from Ride With Us spoke to Geoff Edlund from Weekend Notes about the many things to do when visiting Port Campbell, on the Great Ocean Road.

Sandra talked to Geoff about the taxi, tour and bike hire services on offer from Port Campbell. Tours can be local to Port Campbell and take in the iconic sights including The 12 Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge or you might like to venture inland and explore some of the hidden gems of the region.

The Great Ocean Walk is a 100km hiking trail traversing from Apollo Bay and ending at The 12 Apostles. The trail has views to die for. Imagine dramatic coastlines where many shipwrecks lay, beautiful beaches, rolling hills and plenty of bushland to experience.

Sandra was excited to share the news with Geoff that a new 12 Apostles Bicycle Trail is almost complete which joins with the Camperdown to Timboon Rail Trail. Sandra said "a new trail will extend from Timboon to Port Campbell, with the option to stayover on the coast for the night - creating more of a holiday experience".

Read more about what to do and where to stay in Port Campbell on Weekend Notes.

​The Camperdown to Timboon Rail Trail is nestled in the hinterland of the Great Ocean Road region in Victoria and is one of the lesser-known regional Victorian Rail Trails. An almost hidden trail and often seemingly undiscovered, it can be unusual to pass another rider at times.
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​The Camperdown to Timboon Rail Trail is situated two and a half hours drive from Melbourne in South Western Victoria. For a time, the Rail Trail was known as the Crater to Coast Rail Trail due to its starting point amongst ancient volcanic craters and lakes and winding its way towards the Shipwreck Coast.
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The Camperdown to Timboon Rail Trail takes riders from Camperdown, around the volcanic crater lake of Lake Bullen Merri through almost 40 kilometres of dairy farms to the small town of Timboon which is renowned for its farm produce and local gourmet delights.

A peaceful ride through a combination of flat grazing country and rolling hills, the trail meanders past relics of the old railway trestle bridges and over the historic Timboon Trestle bridge and into the town centre of Timboon.

Whilst the trail officially starts at the Camperdown Railway Station, the section of trail between Camperdown and Naroghid requires riders to ride along country roads. If you are not comfortable riding on the road, the trail from Naroghid to Timboon is a scenic off-road ride which follows the original railway line through the middle of farmland, so you can simply start your ride at Naroghid. Cobden, Glenfyne and Timboon are also great starting points for your cycle.
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Once you reach Timboon, the rail trail now joins up with the newly constructed 20 kilometre 12 Apostles Bicycle Trail which is a bike and walking path taking you from the Great Ocean Road hinterland town of Timboon to the coast at Port Campbell.

Camperdown to Naroghid
Due to parts of the old railway line being used as farmland, the section of trail between Camperdown to Naroghid requires bike riders to ride along country roads without a footpath, however the remainder of the trail from Naroghid to Timboon is a scenic off-road trail. If you wish to avoid riding along the road, it is recommended you start your cycle from Naroghid or another section of the trail rather than Camperdown.

Naroghid to Cobden
There is a rail trail car park on Cross Forest Road at Naroghid where the off-road section of the Camperdown to Timboon Rail Trail starts. This is a good place to start your ride. From here the trail is mostly flat, travelling in between dairy farms with an easy, almost unnoticeable descent into Cobden. Once you arrive at Cobden, the trail goes through the middle of the Cobden Golf Course, past the relics of an old rail bridge. The Cobden Golf Club is available for riders to stop in for a toilet break, drink and a bistro or bar meal. Alternatively, ride 1km into Curdie Street, Cobden’s main street for a variety of options from a sandwich to a sit down or take away hot meal.

When you are ready to continue on, there is a short detour from the rail trail at the end of the golf course to rejoin the trail. Walk along McKenzie Street towards the CFA building, along Neylon Street to Grayland Street, then rejoin the trail on Grayland Street behind the agricultural supplies business (CRT Hewitt & Whitty).

Cobden to Glenfyne
This 11km part of the trail is fairly flat and runs alongside farms, often running adjacent to or weaving across the Cobden-Warrnambool Road. There are a few major road crossings along this section of the trail, so watch for vehicles travelling at speed and please cross with care. On either side of the Cobden-Warrnambool Road at Glenfyne there are large shelters and the Glenfyne Public Hall has under cover picnic area, BBQ facilities and parking available.

Glenfyne to Timboon
From Glenfyne, the ride is approximately 12km to reach Timboon. This section of the trail is undulating and weaves through remnants of the old railway line and past historic trestle bridges. The trail drops you right into the heart of Timboon where you will find ice cream, whisky, a lolly shop, gift shops and a selection of lunch options. There is parking on the site of the old railway station, now the home of the Timboon Railway Shed Distillery and Ride With Us bike hire shed.

​Trail and weather conditions
During wet weather and after heavy rain, sections of the trail can be very muddy and sometimes slippery. Winter and Spring (June to November) are generally the wettest periods for the region so please check weather and rainfall to determine track conditions. Watch out for sticks and branches which often fall onto the track from the overhanging trees. Please observe trail signage and do not enter the trail on high wind and code red fire danger days. Check weather conditions before proceeding on your ride.

Rail Trail surface
The rail trail surface is unsealed in all sections of the trail. Some sections are lightly graveled and other sections are compacted earth. The trail varies in terrain depending on the section of the trail you are riding. Horses are permitted on some sections of the trail. Please give way to horse riders.

What types of bikes are suitable for the trail?
Bicycles and electric bikes designed to go off road such as hybrids and mountain bikes with gears and nobby tyres or durable puncture-resistant tyres are recommended. The trail is not suitable for road bikes. Cruiser bikes are generally designed to be ridden on smooth surfaces and flat terrain with minimal gears so are generally not suitable for the conditions on this rail trail.

Road Crossings
Take care crossing both gravel and sealed roads. Many of the gravel roads are still well used thoroughfares so please check for oncoming vehicles before crossing. There are several road crossings between Cobden and Glenfyne which require crossing a major road where cars and heavy vehicles will likely be travelling at up to 100kms p/h. When you approach a sealed road, please stop and check for oncoming vehicles and cross quickly with care.  

If you are in need of a bike, Ride With Us has ebike and mountain bike rentals available, as well as children’s bikes, a child seat, two child tag along trailer, pet seat and a pet trailer for hire. Ride With Us also have a bicycle transport service where we can transport your cycles or ours. Transport is available for up to eight bike riders and up to nine bikes, to and from your preferred locations. For larger groups we can source rider and bicycle transport for up to 20 bikes and riders. Find out more about the Timboon Rail Trail here.​