Discover our selection of incredible mountain biking destinations conveniently located near Narracan Lakes. Whether you're a seasoned rider or a beginner, these trails offer diverse options to suit every skill level. Bring your family along and enjoy what the region has to offer.
Located just 20 minutes away from Narracan Lakes you’ll find the Maryvale Pines Mountain Bike Park offers an exhilarating experience across 37 trails spanning 25 kilometres. From jumps, drops, and berms to tight turns and camber straights, this park caters to riders of all levels. With beginner, intermediate, and difficult trails available, riders can choose their preferred level of challenge. The generally smooth dirt or gravel tracks provide an enjoyable ride while immersing bikers in the beauty of the pine plantation.
Location: Off Traralgon West Rd, Maryvale
Distance: 25km, 37 trails
Track: Generally smooth dirt or gravel track
Grade: Level 1-4 (beginner intermediate and difficult trails available)
Situated on Haunted Hills Road in Hernes Oak, the Haunted Hills Mountain Bike Park is just a 10 minute drive from Narracan Lakes. Riders can explore a professionally machine-built dirt single track. The park features a pump track made of asphalt, suitable for BMXs, scooters, and skateboards. The trail options range from easy to difficult, accommodating riders of various skill levels. The park is open year-round from 6 am to 9 pm, and entry is free.
Location: Haunted Hills Mountain Bike Park Trail Head, Haunted Hills Road, Hernes Oak, Latrobe Valley
Distance: 13km total trail distance (a further 12km currently under construction)
Track: Professionally machine-built dirt single track; asphalt pump track
Grade: Level 1-4 (easy, intermediate and difficult trails available)
Venturing a bit further away, situated roughly 50 minutes from Narracan Lakes is the Blores Hill Mountain Bike Park. This park is renowned as one of the best and most beautiful mountain biking areas in Victoria. Offering 20 kilometres of trails amidst natural bushland, this park caters to riders of all abilities. The trails, ranging from beginners to experienced riders, wind through stunning landscapes and feature green-black trails, jumps, bridges, rocky outcrops, technical elements, and flowing trails. Horse riders can access specific trails, while walkers are welcome on all trails throughout the park. Blores Hill can be enjoyed year-round, and entry is free.
Location: Heyfield
Distance: 20km total trail distance; 14 tracks
Track: Generally smooth dirt or gravel track
Grade: Easy - Difficult
Start/ finish: Tinamba Road Trail Head Car Park
Note: Please stay on the marked trails. Trails may close due to weather conditions, so please check with Parks Victoria (Heyfield) on (03) 5139 7777 before you go.
For a mountain biking experience above 1500 metres, head to Mt Baw Baw Alpine Resort. The resort offers trails suitable for beginners to experienced thrill-seekers, with the option to book a mountain bike shuttle or uplift service to make the most of your day. The trails, opening late November and closing after Easter Weekend (depending on weather conditions), provide breathtaking views and an unforgettable biking adventure. With various trails like Latrobe Trail, Beech Trail, Summit Trail, Village and McMillan's Trail, and Mueller's Trail, riders can choose their preferred level of difficulty. Bike hire is available but should be purchased in advance.
Location: Mt Baw Baw Alpine Resort
Distance/ Grades:
Latrobe Trail - 0.5km, Level 1
Beech Trail - 0.8km, Level 1
Summit Trail - 2.3km, Level 2
Village and McMillan's Trail - 3.5km, Level 2
Mueller's Trail - 0.5km, Level 3
Track: Rough dirt track
Roughly half an hour from Narracan Lakes sits the Erica Mountain Bike Park. Located in Erica, this mountain bike park offers more than 30 kilometres of trails, guaranteeing an adrenaline-pumping experience. Split into two sets of trails on either side of the highway, riders can choose between the tracks at Erica or Mill Park. The trails on each side, such as the "Axeman," "Steep & Slippery Scream," and "Roots & All" at Erica or the "Crazy Snake," "Bones," and "SSS" at Mill Park, provide exciting challenges and breathtaking views.
Location: Erica
Distance: More than 30km of trail
Track: Rough dirt track
Note: The car parks are not official but are easy to find
Grade: Level 2-3
After an exciting day of mountain biking, it's a comforting feeling to return to the peaceful haven of Narracan Lakes. Take a moment to relax by Lake Narracan, offering a sanctuary to reflect on the day's excitement and recharge for your next adventure.
