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Mountain Biking is for everyone! Some of our trails have been designed specifically for adaptive mountain bikes, and we're continually testing and expanding this network. The Wesburn Shorty is our first adaptive route on offer.

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Warburton Bike Park is surrounded by vibrant local townships catering for everything you need for an epic mountain bike holiday.

Visit Warburton, Millgrove, Wesburn and Yarra Junction for a range of retail and hospitality options.

WBP is on the doorstep of the Yarra Valley - add a few days onto your trip to explore all this stunning region has to offer. Click here to check out what the Yarra Valley has to offer.

You can hire bikes and find repair shops at local businesses in Warburton and Yarra Junction.

Over the school holiday period we expect a significant volume of traffic. Minimising traffic on the dirt roads leading to the Mt Tugwell summit reduces safety risks, and reduces the impact on residents.   

The road closures are a part of the traffic management plan, which is a requirement of our event permit.

The temporary closures are in place 9am-5pm, 4 April - 19 April.

Shuttles provide riders with a convenient, smooth ride to the top, ensuring maximum time on the trails.  

Parts of Mt Bride Road (between Edwardstown Rd and Cumming Spur Track) , Edwardstown Road and Cumming Spur Track will be closed for the two weeks of Easter school holidays. Traffic managment will be in place. 

The temporary closures will be in place between 9am-5pm, 4 April – 19 April. 

The closure at the Old Warburton Road end of Mt Bride Road (between Edwardstown Rd & Cumming Spur Track) will have traffic management personal ensuring access for essential services. Adjacent properties will not be impacted.

Only 5km section of Mt Bride will be closed, and there are alternative routes. 

A permanent boom gate has been installed on Cumming Spur Track. 

Riders will not be permitted to ride up Mt Bride Road. There are climbing trails within the network. 

We will be encouraging riders to use the shuttle service. It’s the fastest, smoothest way to the top, ensuring the best experience for trail users.  

A permanent boom gate has been installed on Cumming Spur Track.  

The trails at Warburton Bike Park are managed and maintained by Yarra Ranges Council.

The Wesburn Park trailhead offers a range of rider-friendly facilities, including bike wash, pump track, toilets, showers, picnic areas, and a playground.

Wesburn Park is the main trailhead for Warburton Bike Park, offering everything you need to start your ride. Facilities include:

• Free Parking
• Shuttle Uplift Pick-Up Point
• Pump Track
• Toilets and Showers
• Bike Wash
• Picnic Areas
• Playground

Please note: Wesburn Park is a shared-use facility. Follow all signage and respect other users to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.

Warburton Bike Park is located about 70km east of Melbourne CBD.

• Nearest Airport: Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)
• Nearest Train Station: Lilydale
• Public Transport: Limited bus services operate from Lilydale to Warburton.
• Driving: Free parking is available at the Wesburn Park trailhead, with additional parking options in Warburton town. Please follow all signage and check for any parking restrictions.

The first 30km opened in July 2025, and there’s plenty more on the way! - Check out our trails here.

• April 2026: We’ll hit more than 60km, with new trails to explore.
• September 2026: More trails released, featuring three iconic elements that will put Warburton amongst the world’s must-visited bike parks.
• 2027: The full 125km Southern Network will be complete, delivering an unmatched riding experience.

Warburton Bike Park is open year-round during daylight hours, except on Total Fire Ban days, when the park will close and all trails will be inaccessible. Please do not visit during these times.

High winds and severe weather may also impact trail openings. Individual trails can close at any time for maintenance or safety reasons.

Before visiting, always check current conditions, weather warnings, and closure updates on our website or social media.

Warburton Bike Park offers trails for every rider, from beginners to advanced. Explore our Route Guides and Trail Maps to find the perfect ride.

All trails are graded to international standards, which means our ‘green’ trails may feel more challenging than those at other networks.

The trails in the Warburton Bike Park have been purpose-built for mountain biking. You cannot walk, hike, horse ride or motor bike ride on the mountain bike trails.

We encourage the Pre-Ride, Re-Ride, Free-Ride approach: Start slow, check the trail, and get familiar before attempting features or jumps.

Warburton Bike Park will be closed on days of Total Fire Ban.

Gates throughout the network shut, and closures will be communicated via VMS message boards, social media and the website. 

Always check conditions before you travel. We recommend downloading the Vic Emergency App.

The WBP team work closely with the local SES and other emergency response agencies.

Always call 000 in an emergency.

A helmet and appropriate footwear are mandatory, your safety comes first. We recommend at least an open-face helmet, plus riding glasses, gloves, and knee and elbow guards for added protection. For more extreme riding, consider a full-face helmet with goggles and a chest/back protector.

The trails in the Warburton Bike Park have been purpose-built for mountain biking.

You cannot walk, hike, horse ride or motor bike ride on the mountain bike trails.

In some sections there are brief intersections of trail use. Please pay attention to signage, take care and share these spaces safely.

DEECA has issued a permit under the Forest Act, for Warburton Bike Park to be the single authorised shuttle operator. 

For everything you need to know about Warburton Bike Park Shuttle Uplift Service head to the How It Works page.