bike trails in the east

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As my Pop would always say, fresh air can do you some good. If you are avoiding crowds, heading for family a walk or bike ride in nature be lovely, especially when the weather is fine. Here are some eastie bike trails we have road tested, as well as some other parks with some great tracks.

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abbey walk, vermont
abbey walk, vermont

This is the perfect spot for all sorts of outdoor activities- a HUGE grassed area for kicking the footy or for a family picnic plus a bike/walking track

wesburn pump track, wesburn
wesburn pump track, wesburn

Wesburn Recreational Reserve has had an upgrade and this pump track is one of Mamma’s favourites.

mini wheelers @ maroondah bmx club, kilsyth
mini wheelers @ maroondah bmx club, kilsyth

Ever since the 80’s Mamma dreamed of being a BMX Bandit. Unfortunately the dream never came true but it just might for her little ones.

koolamara waters, ferntree gully
koolamara waters, ferntree gully

What a beautiful little spot of nature Mamma has discovered in the suburbs. Koolamara Waters is just perfect for little adventurers.

warburton rail trail
warburton rail trail

The Warby Trail has to me Mamma’s MOST favourite place to relax and chill out with the dogs.

coldstream pump track, coldstream
coldstream pump track, coldstream

BMX buddies - let’s cheer for the new Coldstream Pump Track. This spot opened late in 2022 and had been a hit with the locals. You can ride or scoot or even skate (oh i’d love to see that) on the purpose built, asphalted track which has bumps and turns and jumps and corners.

liverpool road retarding basin, boronia
liverpool road retarding basin, boronia

Nothing beats fresh air and sunshine so what better way to start your day than a walk around the Liverpool Road Retarding Basin. With the Dandenong Ranges as a backdrop it is simply stunning.


lakewood nature reserve, knoxfield
lakewood nature reserve, knoxfield

Any Mamma’s in need of spending some time with the ultimate Mamma - Mother Nature? Head to Lakewood Nature Reserve for a little bit of bushland in the middle of the suburbs.

cog bike hire @ lakeside, emerald
cog bike hire @ lakeside, emerald

Emerald Lake is a real GEM - and now you can hire a bike to explore all of its beauty!

dandenong creek trail - heathmont loop, heathmont
dandenong creek trail - heathmont loop, heathmont

In this family we love going on an adventure, and the Dandenong Creek Trail is a wonderful place to explore.

olinda creek trail, lilydale
olinda creek trail, lilydale

When riding with kids, there is some key criteria that we look for. Flat paths, far enough away from the road, places to stop along the way and some fun things to see. Olinda Creek Trail ticks lots of these boxes for us!

outer circle anniversary trail, boroondara
outer circle anniversary trail, boroondara

Grab the bikes and lets go for a ride through Boroondara.

wilson reserve, ivanhoe
wilson reserve, ivanhoe

Wilson Reserve in Ivanhoe provides a great vantage point, as well as being a nice family friendly walk or bike ride in the bush.

kew traffic school, kew
kew traffic school, kew

As soon as your kids show an interest in bikes or scooters get them booked in for a session at the famous institution that is the Kew Traffic School.

birdsland reserve, belgrave heights
birdsland reserve, belgrave heights

Tucked in the hills of Belgrave Heights, this nature reserve and trail that weaves around the Monbulk Creek and retarding basin and is yet ANOTHER slice of eastie paradise.

heatherdale bmx pump tracks, mitcham
heatherdale bmx pump tracks, mitcham

The Heatherdale pump track is a dual bike zone. One for BMX and the other for mountain bikes.

lillydale lake, lilydale
lillydale lake, lilydale

We might not have the beach or the bay … but the east sure has The Lake! Lillydale Lake (yep … it has the old spelling still) is an eastie classic.

jells park, wheelers hill
jells park, wheelers hill

 127 hectares of parkland in the middle of Wheelers Hill this is a picnicker's dream.

roll play - bike track, healesville
roll play - bike track, healesville

There is a new, AMAZING and safe place at Queens Park in Healesville to take the bikes, scooters and trikes and let the kids do laps.

murrup brarn yarra flats billabongs, yering
murrup brarn yarra flats billabongs, yering

This little trail fits a very specific criteria - a bike trail that is great for beginners, not too long and can cope with a scooter!

yarra valley trail, lilydale to yering
yarra valley trail, lilydale to yering

We love a great rail to explore! Even better when it is nice and flat and has a lovely view to take in.

eastlink sculpture park
eastlink sculpture park

The simple silhouette from artist Matt Cavert, always makes me think of the innocence of childhood and the countless wonderings our little ones have about the world. Mamma also was certain that one day, we would take the family and recreate his pose, gazing up into the never ending blue sky!

westerfolds park, templestowe
westerfolds park, templestowe

Mamma and the crew love a Sunday stroll. Even better when there is somewhere that the dogs can have a great walk, enjoy some beautiful views, have some wildlife spotting and a playground at the end. Westerfolds Park is this spot. 

* This Mamma inspiration is in line with current advice at the time of posting.  - please use your own discretion at this point in time or add this idea to your 'later adventure list'  - remember to always check official channels to get up to date information in regards to Coronavirus (COVID-19)  - 12.05.2020