This month we are heading to the Yarra Valley, this ride has absolute stunning views and scenery, some nice fast crunchy stuff and some bitumen and only 600 odd Mts of climbing, in saying that there are a couple of good little climbs :)

Link to Preview Video – https://youtu.be/adfiFTIeZuA?si=Al0MtLuILOix1kz8

Start Location – Lilydale Lake (Top Car Park, Entry off of Swansea Rd)
Time 7:45 for a 8am Push off (if you arrive earlier there is a great coffee van onsite)

This is a scenic mixed terrain gravel ride through the Yarra valley, taking in both the rail trails in the region, we will be visiting Mont De Lancet historic homestead for a few quick pics, passing by the 150 year old Wandin Primary School, a Lavender Farm, wineries a plenty and a trip through the Warramate Hills Flora and Fauna Reserve which will take us past the Coldstream brewery and then onto Yering, before making our way back to Lilydale lake.

Coffee – 2 options, cafe in the Main Street on Lilydale or if its a nice day the van back at the Lake.

Link To Route -
https://www.strava.com/routes/3204295146095429086

This ride has,
- 2 rail trails.
- great views of the Yarra valley.
- some bitumen.
- plenty of wineries and homesteads.
- a hidden bush trail to take us from the Warby rail trail to the Yarra Valley Rail Trail

Please be self sufficient with puncture repair kits and appropriate clothing for the weather conditions.
Rowville Riders highly recommend that you have your own insurance. Bicycle Network or AusCycling are good options to explore if you don’t already have insurance. You ride at your own risk.

Location

Lillydale Lake, Lilydale VIC 3140, Australia