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Good to know
All trails are closed during the wetter months each year from the Tuesday after Kings Birthday weekend in June to the beginning of the September/October school holidays. This is to protect the track surface from erosion.
There is no drinkable water at the trailhead but food and drinks can be purchased nearby at Buxton or Marysville.
The car park mainly has spaces for cars, but there are some longer bays for cars with trailers and mini buses.
Facilities available
About these trails
The Buxton Trails network sits within the Black Range State Forest, approximately 100km north-east of Melbourne.
This is the perfect mountain bike park for riders of all abilities. Get ready to explore 23km of purpose-built singletrack with 9 trails featuring different ride loop options.
The network has sections of ascending trail followed by fast flowing descents. When ridden with care, most trails are suitable for all skill levels. The Platypus circuit, looping out from the trailhead, is ideal for young children and those new to mountain biking. If you’re looking for more of a challenge, riding the tracks at speed will provide exhilaration and thrills.
As you travel on some of the more elevated trails, enjoy beautiful views across to Cathedral Range State Park.
Pick your trail
There are 9 trails in this park, characterised by gentle climbs and fast flowing descents. The majority of trails are suitable for riders of all abilities but become more challenging when ridden at a faster pace.
| Name | Distance (one way) | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| Platypus | 0.6km | Easy |
| Acheron Ridge | 13.3km | Intermediate |
| Boobook | 2.8km | Intermediate |
| Off Camber | 1.4km | Intermediate |
| Snakes and Ladders | 1.7km | Intermediate |
| Midget | 0.4km | Intermediate |
| Friendy Fox | 0.3km | Intermediate |
| Skinny | 0.6km | Difficult |
| Cathedral | 1.6km | Difficult |
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- Explore this network of trails through Black Range State Forest
- Ride at speed for a more challenging experience
Explore this network of trails through Black Range State Forest
Ride at speed for a more challenging experience
How to get there
Page last updated: 09/11/23