Key Features
Send it on 56km of All Mountain singletrack wilderness trail connecting the historic towns Beechworth and Yackandandah.
Open year-round, the intermediate Indigo Epic trail offers something for everyone with A and B-line features running through picturesque scenery. Built with a “helix loop design” riders can tackle its full length, ride from town to town or ride the two loops.
Services & FACILITIES
Your MTB adventure is covered with:
- Bike hire at Beechworth Cyclery
- Shuttle with the The Bike Hire Company , self-shuttle or ride the full helix trail
- Trailhead parking at both ends
- Trailhead map at both ends
- Water & toilets in townships
Note: This trail takes you through remote areas. Make sure you are self-sufficient, ride to your ability and always ride in a group.
Trail Highlights
- Homeward Bound | 6km - Feel the flow on this undulating long descent section packed with features.
- Ferny Gully | 2.45km - One of the prettiest trail sections with sculpted berms, thick ferns and Nine Mile Creek.
- Beechworth to Yackandandah | 23km - Ride town to town on this mostly downhill trail and super fun section. Car shuffle with friends or book a return shuttle with The Bike Hire Company
Take a look at Beechworth
Choose to start, finish or take a break on your Indigo Epic trail adventure in vibrant Beechworth. No matter your taste, you’re spoilt for choice with a stack of cycle-friendly accommodation and must-try dining.
Kickstart your day with breakfast at Project Forty Nine and finish it with craft beer and pizza at Bridge Road Brewers in the heart of Beechworth. Add to the fun with a recharge at Stillwater Saunas , walk at Woolshed Falls , Beechworth Honey tasting and more.
Take a look at Yackandandah
Make artistic Yackandandah your mountain biking base or take a break on your riding adventure to refuel where the locals do.
Tuck into a pie from Beechworth Bakery and treat yourself to cakes at Two Sisters on High or a cracking pub meal at The Yackandandah Hotel . After lunch peruse Feather & Drum's handmade hats, check out the beautiful goods at Seventh Pocket , stroll past historic buildings and more.
A trip to 'Yack' wouldn't be complete without a tasting at not one but two local distilleries - Backwoods Distilling Co. and Yack Creek Distillery .
The Indigo Epic is joint-managed by local cycling clubs Beechworth Chain Gang and Yack Tracks. These dedicated volunteers are passionate about all things mountain biking and the local community. Enjoyed your riding experience? Click here and click here to drop them a note of thanks.