ART ON THE MURRAY TO MOUNTAINS RAIL TRAIL

The Murray to Mountains Rail Trail has been transformed into a 120km open-air gallery, blending High Country scenery with world-class art.

Whether seeking deep reflection or family fun, these accessible installations redefine the journey between Wangaratta, Beechworth, Rutherglen, Myrtleford and Bright. Ride the full distance or explore shorter sections and experience the trail where nature, history and creativity collide.

RUTHERGLEN SILOS BY RONAN HOLDSWORTH

The Rutherglen Silo Precinct features "Birds of Seasons," a vibrant four-part mural series celebrating local fauna and history, by artist Ronan Holdsworth.

Each silo pairs a seasonal bird (like the Pink Robin or Eastern Spinebill) with regional flora and hidden community stories, honouring Rutherglen’s agricultural and gold rush heritage.

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TRUE HORIZONS BY KENT MORRIS

Located at Eurobin Station between Myrtleford and Bright, "True Horizons" by Barkindji artist Kent Morris bridges Indigenous heritage with the modern landscape.

Using digital reconstruction and audio storytelling, Morris reveals the First Nations history and sovereignty that lie beneath modern structures.

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COLOUR BRIDGE BY SKUNK CONTROL

"The Colour Bridge" by Skunk Control, a Melbourne-based creative collective known for blending art with science and technology, transforms the 6km Bright to Porepunkah section of the trail.

Titled Ever New, the bridge uses vibrant, wildflower-inspired panels and integrated lighting to celebrate the High Country’s seasonal rhythms. It offers a magical, family-friendly landmark within the broader Murray to Mountains network.

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HARVEST TRAIL BY BECI ORPIN

The "Harvest Trail" is a whimsical open-air gallery along the easy, flat 6km section linking Milawa and Oxley.

Created by Melbourne designer, illustrator and maker, Beci Orpin, these vibrant, oversized sculptures celebrate local produce. Orpin’s signature playful style, developed through local school workshops, transforms regional agricultural heritage into a joyful, family-friendly journey.

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MAGPIE FAMILY BY EMILY FLOYD

Located along the Bowser to Tarrawingee section of the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail, "Magpie Family" is a striking installation by renowned artist Emily Floyd.

Floyd’s six-metre-tall sculptures celebrate local biodiversity and kinship, blending bold graphic design with environmental commentary. A fourth family member also awaits discovery in Bright.

IMAGINATION PLAYGROUND BY AGENCY OF SCULPTURE

Located at the Beechworth trailhead of the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail, "Imagination Playground" is an interactive space by Yackandandah-based Agency of Sculpture.

This site-specific park blends art with adventure, featuring nature play zones and whimsical "Rock-Eating Rabbit" sculptures that celebrate local legends and the High Country’s unique landscape.

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MINDFUL TUNNEL BY DREZ

Located on the Beechworth to Yackandandah leg of the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail, the "Mindful Tunnel" is an immersive "chromatic wormhole" by artist Drez.

This vibrant mural uses geometric gradients to transform a functional underpass into a sensory experience, encouraging cyclists to find presence and mindfulness through a rhythmic pulse of evolving colour and light.

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