Rutherglen Loops (completed Dec 2024)

  • Project typeShared Trail Construction
  • Project value$5.13M (Fully grant funded)
  • Project scheduleComplete
Rural road with bike trail being constructed alongside

About the project

Rutherglen Loops (previously known at the Rutherglen Wine Walk Cycle Trail) is an initiative to develop and expand walking and cycling tourism throughout Rutherglen.

The project proposed to provide approximately 48 kilometres of trails, consisting of both new paths and upgrades to existing rail trails and shared pathways.

The network consists of a series of smaller loops close to the Rutherglen township suitable for all abilities of cyclists as well as a series of longer loops utilising the Rail Trail to Wahgunyah including the option to ride the river trail, head north to All Saints Winery or travel south to Lake Moodemere, each providing an opportunity to visit cellar doors and wineries along the journey. 

Why was this project undertaken and how was it funded?

This project provided an opportunity for Rutherglen to develop and showcase its natural beauty and food and wine culture to the community as well as expanding interest and visitation from a wider national and international market with an integrated and well-designed off-road cycling and walking trail network.

The project:

● Offers a distinctive experience unique to the Rutherglen area that stands out from other winery districts; and

● Encourages people to participate, visit and stay longer in Rutherglen and across the Indigo Shire region.

The project is fully grant-funded by the Australian Government.

Trail alignment

Rutherglen Loops Map - December 2024

Trail sections

Construction progress updates