RAIL TRAIL CONDITIONSSEPTEMBER 2025 UPDATE: Due to recent rain and wind, there may be some sections of the trail which may be muddy or you may come across fallen trees or branches. Volunteers run the Rail Trail, and they do their best to clean up the trail as quickly as possible. If you notice trees across the trail or anything that needs maintenance, please let us know or reach out to the Rail Trail Committee directly.
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Image: Camperdown to Timboon Rail Trail Committee (Sept 2025).
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CAMPERDOWN TO TIMBOON RAIL TRAILThe Camperdown to Timboon Rail Trail runs from Camperdown, through Naroghid, Cobden, Glenfyne and Curdies to Timboon. The trail also now joins with the The Poorpa Yanyeen Meerreeng Trail (Timboon to Port Campbell Trail) which goes from Timboon through to the coast at Port Campbell.
The Camperdown to Timboon Rail Trail takes you over the historic Timboon Trestle bridge, past relics of old railway trestle bridges, through bush and dairy farmland with rolling hills. A peaceful ride, you're likely to see dairy cows, hear the sounds of birds and you may see some wildlife. RAIL TRAIL CONDITIONSThe rail trail is a mix of gravel and compacted earth. Some sections of the trail between Timboon and Merrett's Road in Glenfyne will require you to dismount and walk along some sections and small timber bridges. Please ride carefully and dismount on uneven surfaces or where instructed to do so.
The trail is a family friendly recreational trail which has varying difficulties depending on which section of the trail you choose to ride. there Please refer to the Rail Trails Victoria Camperdown to Timboon Rail Trail page for more details relating to the difficulty of the trail. Please be aware that there may be large branches and fallen trees over the trail on some occasions. The Rail Trail committee do their best to remove fallen trees and debris from the trail as quickly as possible. You may wish to join the Camperdown-Timboon Rail Trail Official Facebook Group to see trail conditions, updates or ask any questions relating to trail access. In wet weather the trail between Glenfyne to Cobden is compacted earth so can become slippery under foot or muddy. Hiking boots are highly recommended if walking this section of the trail after heavy rain. The Camperdown to Naroghid section of the trail requires riders to ride along roads. If you are not comfortable riding on the road we recommend starting your bike ride somewhere between Naroghid and Timboon. The remainder of the trail from Naroghid to Timboon is off road. For more information about the Camperdown to Timboon Rail Trail please download the Camperdown to Timboon Rail Trail map and visit the Rail Trails Victoria page which has an extensive breakdown of the trail and expected conditions. |
FRIENDS OF THE RAIL TRAILRide With Us is a proud sponsor of the Camperdown to Timboon Rail Trail. The Camperdown to Timboon Rail Trail is managed and maintained by a small group of local volunteers who kindly donate their time and effort to maintaining the trail.
RAIL TRAIL COMMITTEEThe Camperdown to Timboon Rail Trail Committee of Management have started the process of planning to upgrade some bridges and sections along the trail. If you spot anything that needs attention or to report any maintenance issues please contact the Committee of Management
PO Box 140 Cobden 3266 [email protected] 0447 139 639 or (03) 5593 1104 or contact the Corangamite Shire, (03) 5593 7100 For questions and updates relating to the Camperdown to Timboon Rail Trail, join the Facebook group. 
HIRE A BICYCLE OR EBIKEHire an adult mountain bike or ebike or children's bicycle which is suitable for riding along the Camperdown to Timboon Rail Trail. Add on Child seat, two seater children's tag along trailer, pet seat and pet trailer also available for hire. All of our bicycles come with a helmet included.
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CAR PARKING
Naroghid: There is a large gravel car park at Naroghid. Access from Cross Forest Road, Naroghid (5 minutes drive from Camperdown).
Cobden: Easy access to the rail trail by car from Bond Street, Cobden. There is a small amount of parking on the gravel roadside / grassed area at the entrance to the trail on Bond Street opposite the Cobden Golf Course. Or park at the Cobden Golf Course and enjoy a meal and drink at Bistro on Neylon at the end of your bike ride. From Bond Street, the rail trail runs through the Cobden Golf course to the left or towards Naroghid to the right. Cobden to Naroghid is a beautiful scenic section of the trail, surrounded by large trees and overlooking farmland. You'll likely spot some dairy cows and perhaps the odd echidna along here. This section of the trail is course gravel. There can be debri and sticks over the trail from the trees above.
Cobden: There are some gravel roads along the Cobden-Warrnambool Road with access to the rail trail between Cobden and Glenfyne Hall. If parking at one of these rail trail entrance points, please carefully pull into one of the gravel roads and park off to the side of the road. The Cobden-Warrnambool Road is a very busy major route so please do not park on the side of the main road. This part of the trail runs alongside neighbouring farms.
Cobden: When hiring bikes, parking is available at the property you pick your bikes up from on Walker Street. It is only a few minutes ride from Walker Street to any of the Cobden trail entrances.
Glenfyne Hall: There is plenty of off street parking at the Glenfyne Hall and easy access to the Rail Trail.
Curdies: Plenty of parking available at the Timboon Trestle Bridge.
Timboon: Large gravel car park at the start/end of the Camperdown to Timboon Rail Trail at the Timboon Railway Shed Distillery. This is also where the Ride With Us bike hire shed is located. This section of the trail ends in the heart of Timboon where you will find cafes, ice cream, lolly shop and gift shops.
Please watch for oncoming traffic as you cross over roads.
Cobden: Easy access to the rail trail by car from Bond Street, Cobden. There is a small amount of parking on the gravel roadside / grassed area at the entrance to the trail on Bond Street opposite the Cobden Golf Course. Or park at the Cobden Golf Course and enjoy a meal and drink at Bistro on Neylon at the end of your bike ride. From Bond Street, the rail trail runs through the Cobden Golf course to the left or towards Naroghid to the right. Cobden to Naroghid is a beautiful scenic section of the trail, surrounded by large trees and overlooking farmland. You'll likely spot some dairy cows and perhaps the odd echidna along here. This section of the trail is course gravel. There can be debri and sticks over the trail from the trees above.
Cobden: There are some gravel roads along the Cobden-Warrnambool Road with access to the rail trail between Cobden and Glenfyne Hall. If parking at one of these rail trail entrance points, please carefully pull into one of the gravel roads and park off to the side of the road. The Cobden-Warrnambool Road is a very busy major route so please do not park on the side of the main road. This part of the trail runs alongside neighbouring farms.
Cobden: When hiring bikes, parking is available at the property you pick your bikes up from on Walker Street. It is only a few minutes ride from Walker Street to any of the Cobden trail entrances.
Glenfyne Hall: There is plenty of off street parking at the Glenfyne Hall and easy access to the Rail Trail.
Curdies: Plenty of parking available at the Timboon Trestle Bridge.
Timboon: Large gravel car park at the start/end of the Camperdown to Timboon Rail Trail at the Timboon Railway Shed Distillery. This is also where the Ride With Us bike hire shed is located. This section of the trail ends in the heart of Timboon where you will find cafes, ice cream, lolly shop and gift shops.
Please watch for oncoming traffic as you cross over roads.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT TO AND FROM THE RAIL TRAILPublic transport is available in the area however the pick up spots and drop off destinations are limited to Timboon, Cobden and Camperdown. Book a taxi to take you from the Camperdown to Timboon Rail Trail to the nearest bus stop in Timboon or Cobden or directly to the train station in Camperdown. There is a bus which runs from Camperdown to Timboon via Cobden and a bus which runs from Timboon to Camperdown via Cobden. The bus can take you to the Camperdown Train Station or we can drop you off directly at the Camperdown train station to catch the Vline train to Melbourne. Please ensure you pay for and book your tickets in advance as you will not be able to purchase a Vline ticket at the train station or on the train.
To check train timetables and book your ticket, your 'From' Destination is Camperdown Station and your 'To' destination is Melbourne, Southern Cross Check Bus Timetables from Camperdown to Timboon via Cobden and from Timboon to Camperdown via Cobden. |
With public transport running between Timboon and Cobden there is the optoin to ride from Timboon to Cobden or from Cobden to Timboon then catch the bus back.
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"My sisters and I hired 5 electric bikes for the day and had the most wonderful day exploring the Timboon area. The bikes are so easy to use and really make the pedalling easy. We rode about 20km all up for the day and it was a very comfortable ride. The owners were so helpful and easy going, very knowledgeable about the area. We had many laughs throughout the day and it was such a great adventure to share together. Highly recommend, it’s a great way to spend a day together."
- ELLEN (Google Review, JAN 2024)
- ELLEN (Google Review, JAN 2024)
$2 from every adult bicycle hired is donated to the Camperdown to Timboon Rail Trail.
The rail trail is managed and maintained by a small group of volunteers and this donation assists with the upkeep of the rail trail.
The rail trail is managed and maintained by a small group of volunteers and this donation assists with the upkeep of the rail trail.
Bike Hire Location76 Walker Street
Cobden, Victoria 3266 1 Bailey Street Timboon, Victoria 3268 How to find us in Timboon We are located at the end of the Camperdown to Timboon Rail Trail in the Timboon Railway Cargo Shed. Look out for the cream coloured shed next door to the Timboon Railway Shed Distillery. Driveway access is from corner of Snake Track Road and Bailey Street. |
