Australia, Victoria, Macedon RangesRide at a glance
Overview
If thick forest, woodlands and fast-flowing gravel are what you seek, this ride is for you. Beginning in Woodend, the route heads into Wombat State Forest on gravel roads through dense woodland.
Follow the Lerderderg Track towards Blackwood for a coffee or lunch stop. The route then continues through forest towards Lyonville and joins the Domino Trail. A rider reported in October 2026 that the Domino Trail detour is signposted and has a bridge over its water crossing; see the notes below before riding.
Continue along the scenic Domino Trail to Trentham, then weave your way back to Woodend.
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Domino Trail detour — rider update
The original ride notes described a closed bridge on the Domino Trail just after Lyonville and a detour through a small water crossing. A rider who completed the route in October 2026 reported that the detour is now signposted and that a bridge has been built over the detour’s water crossing. This is a rider report, so follow current signs and check access before setting out.
Planning notes
- The ride starts at Woodend railway station, around an hour from Melbourne by train or car.
- Blackwood, Lyonville and Trentham are possible food stops. The archived guide mentioned Karen’s Kitchen in Blackwood, the Radio Springs Hotel in Lyonville and options in Trentham; check current opening hours.
- The route is mostly gravel and non-technical. Rain can leave puddles and wet sections elsewhere on the route, so prepare for changing conditions.
- There are short singletrack sections outside Woodend. Riders who prefer to avoid them can use nearby gravel roads to rejoin the route.
