The ultimate cycling destination, Bright is loaded with winter biking adventures for every style of rider.
One of Victoria's favourite holiday spots, Bright is renowned for its cracking food and drink scene and winter adventure opportunities galore. From the MTB park, road rides and gravel backroads to the family-friendly Murray to Mountains Rail Trail, this charming town is all about the ride.
Bright Mystic Bike Park
Mystic Bike Park brings the stoke with its famous pine lined trails. Enjoy year-round shuttles to maximise air time on the famous Lower Hero Trail, flow down Flowmingo or send it on the expert white knuckle ride that is Mystic DH.
Newer to riding or rolling with the family? The pretty riverside XC trails are great for kids or beginners and try out gravity on the new green flow trail Couch Surfer. Looking up the MTB skills? Chat to Mystic , Ridecraft or All Terrain Cycles about lessons and guided rides.
Murray to Mountains Rail Trail
The Murray to Mountains Rail Trail offers easy to ride sections of sealed, off-road riding taking in beautiful scenery, historic sites and wineries.
Ride the 12km return trip to Porepunkah to explore cafes, wineries and the Porepunkah Riverside Playground . Take a gentle trundle to the heritage village of Wandiligong or ride to Harrietville on the Great Valley Trail . For a longer ride test those legs and take on the 70km to Myrtleford and back . Make sure to stop at Pepo Farms for a local produce treat.
Want to see and do more? Maximise your rail trail getaway on a tour with Tour de Vines , Australian Cycle Tours and Bespoke Cycle Tours .
HIT THE ROAD
Whether it's taking on a challenging mountain climb or cruising quiet country roads, get ready to be rewarded with crisp alpine air and breathtaking scenery. Gaps Loop Ride is a year-round locals favourite (including a stop at Pepo Farms and Porepunkah's cafés) or enjoy a relaxed roll with views of Mt Buffalo on the Buckland Valley Out and Back winter roller. Show the bike some love or simply browse at Service Course Bicycle Studio .
From October to April the main township is also a great base for taking on four of the popular 7 Peaks Challenge rides of Hotham , Falls Creek , Dinner Plain and Mt Buffalo , some of Australia's toughest road climbs.
Gravel Goodness
Bright offers endless challenging gravel adventures. Grind up steep ascents and whoop as you take on thrilling descents.
Push yourself on the tough Mt Porepunkah Loop for 360 degree views from the top of Mt Porepunkah. Self-sufficient riders will find the Bright - Mount Beauty route rewarding. Just remember, these routes are tough in the best way, ride in good weather and be prepped for adventure. Planning a one way ride or something further afield? Book your private shuttle with Mt Beauty Transfers .
BIKE FRIENDLY STAYS
Whether you're travelling solo, with the family, or in a group of friends, Bright has a huge range of accommodation options to suit all tastes.
Immerse yourself in all things cycling with a side of comfort at dedicated adventure hotel Bright Velo . Base yourself in Bright Boutique Accommodation's big range of self-contained houses and cabins geared towards cyclists. Group travel is sorted at Lumley House , sleeping up to 11 (including room for the bikes). Or enjoy a stay with a twist in a converted tobacco kiln at the aptly named Kilnhouses .
TAKE A LOOK AROUND BRIGHT
Bright and bikes are a perfect match. Get your caffeine fix at locals' favourite Sixpence Coffee or wrap up the ride at Bright Brewery .
Keep the good times rolling and pedal to Porepunkah for coffee and bites at Punkah Pantry and the Rail Trail Cafe or a refreshing rosé at Ringer Reef Winery .
No need to BYO with heaps of bike rental options at All Terrain Cycles , Mystic Bike Park , Bright Electric Bikes , RideCraft , Chainstays (including bike delivery to your door) and more. Plus, browse all things bike, get a service or pick-up a part at Service Course Bicycle Studio and All Terrain Cycles .
