The Rail Trail winds through the beautiful countryside, capturing the heritage and wonder of the region.

Loch to Leongatha

Towns: Loch, Korumburra, Leongatha

Distance: 30.1 kilometres (one way)

Visit Loch
Visit Korumburra
Visit Leongatha

Suggested activities:

  • Wander through Loch village
  • Check out the public art and murals in Korumburra
  • Stock up on  local produce

Korumburra to Leongatha

Distance: 14.8 kilometres (one way)

Visit Korumburra
Visit Leongatha

Head off from Korumburra’s historic brick railway station and pass the town’s outer fringes on this mostly downhill section. You’ll ride through lush valleys with sheep on steep-sided hills and cows roaming amongst gum trees. The Rail Trail passes through pine hollows and tree-lined avenues as you head towards Leongatha, be sure to check out the mural in the Railway Precinct.

Suggested activities:

  • Check out the public art and murals in Korumburra
  • Stock up on  local produce
  • Treat your tastebuds
  • Stop by the Lenny Gwyther statue and learn about his journey

Fish Creek to Foster

Distance: 12.4 kilometres.

Visit Fish Creek
Visit Foster

This is one of the steepest sections of the Rail Trail. Start with a climb through the pine trees, then the landscape transforms into almost a rainforest feel. Your climb is rewarded with stunning views over Corner Inlet towards Wilsons Promontory, make sure you stop at the Hoddle Range Lookout. Once you’ve soaked in the view, enjoy the downhill stretch to Foster.

Suggested activities:

  • Check out the Fish Creek Sculpture Park
  • For the art lovers Fish Creek will not disappoint.
  • Take a break at the Cidery on your downhill stretch to Foster.
  • Still have energy, walk the Foster Flora Reserve

Alberton to Port Albert

Distance: 6.8 kilometres.

Visit Alberton
Visit Port Albert

This short and flat section along a wide gravel path makes for easy riding. A shared concrete path passes through Alberton’s town centre, with a highway crossing at the southern end of town.

You pass paddocks of cows on your left, with a think wedge of shrubbery to your right. A large anchor statue and Norfolk Pines in the middle of the roundabout marks your arrival in Port Albert. A shared concrete footpath takes you to the town centre and waterfront.

Suggested activities:

  • History buffs will be fascinated by the Alberton Cemetery, located 2kms south of Alberton. Tours available https://www.facebook.com/albertoncemeterywalkingtours
  • Stroll along the esplanade and enjoy fish & chips by the waterfront.
  • Visit the Port Albert Maritime Museum.