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WHEN TO RIDE
Everything you need to know before your ride
Seasonal conditions
Know before you go, check seasonal trail conditions and plan your ride for the best experience.
SUMMER
AUTUMN
WINTER
SPRING
Peak and Off-Peak Riding
Plan your ride, compare peak and off-peak riding times to suit your style.
| Peak | Off-Peak | |
|---|---|---|
| When | Weekends, public holidays, school holidays, Summer, Spring and Autumn | Weekdays during school terms, Winter months |
| Crowds | Busier trails, higher demand for shuttles | Quieter trails, easier shuttle availability |
| Shuttle Uplift | 4 – 19 April 2026 and 19 September 2026 - 25 March 2027 | 20 April 2026 - 18 September 2026 and 26 March 2027 - 17 September 2027 |
Operating Hours
Park hours:
Warburton Bike Park is open daily during daylight hours. Please plan your ride to finish before sunset.
Shuttle operation:
During School Holiday periods the shuttle service will operate 7 days a week. Currently, during off-peak periods it will reduce to running on Saturdays and Sundays only. We will continue to monitor demand and open up new services when demand is sufficient.
We do cater for private mid-week group bookings outside of the scheduled services. This is perfect for large group bookings, school groups or corporate bookings. Check out the Groups page for more details.
Full‑Day Shuttle Operating Hours
Before heading out, make sure you know whether your session falls in peak or off-peak, as shuttle operating times differ. The schedule below shows the start and end times for each period.
Peak Season – 9am to 5pm
- 4 – 19 April 2026
- 19 September 2026 – 25 March 2027
Off-peak Season – 10am to 4pm
- 20 April 2026 – 18 September 2026
- 26 March 2027 – 17 September 2027
Half Day Shuttle Operating Hours:
Half day sessions run at the same time all year round.
Morning Shuttle: 10am-1pm
Afternoon Shuttle: 1pm-4pm
School holidays are the Park’s busiest time. The busiest time is early in the day so try heading out in the afternoon to avoid the morning rush.
Out Shuttle Uplift Service will ran every day of the school holidays (July school holidays may vary depending on demand).
School holiday shuttle operating hours (peak season): 9am to 5pm
Peak Season Dates:
- 4 – 19 April 2026
- 19 September 2026 – 25 March 2027
Daylight hours in Melbourne change with the seasons, from about 9½ hours in winter to nearly 15 hours in summer. During summer, long evenings give you plenty of time to ride, while winter means shorter days and earlier finishes. Always plan your ride to start and end within daylight hours for safety.
Warburton Bike Park may close at short notice due to conditions such as Total Fire Ban days, severe weather, flooding, or landslips. Rider safety is our priority, so please check our website and social media channels for the latest updates before you travel.
04.04.2026
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05.04.2026
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5 pm
WARBURTON BIKE PARK OPENING EVENT
It’s finally here - the next stage of Warburton Bike Park is opening and we’re launching shuttles for the very first time! This is your chance to experience the new trails the best way possible: more laps, more stoke, less climbing. Shuttles will be running all weekend from 9am–5pm, making it easy to rack up the runs and soak up everything the new stage has to offer. Between laps, kick back at the Bulldog Café, open and firing all weekend with hot and cold drinks and great food. 🎶 DJ AJ will be spinning tunes throughout the day, keeping the vibe high on and off the trails. Guided Rides every hour from 10am - 3pm - perfect for checking out the new stage, building confidence or picking up some local knowledge. Check out all of the details about when, where and how to join a ride HERE👋 Come say g’day to Damian from Upcycles🎁 Merch giveaways, free stickers and more👧 Bring the kids down for some pump track fun, temp tattoos and good times for the whole family Whether you’re here to explore the new trails, chase shuttle laps or just soak up the atmosphere, this opening weekend is one you don’t want to miss. 🎟️ Grab your shuttle pass and be part of the launch!
