Melbourne, Victoria · Road route 07

Kinglake Return

A long north-eastern ride through Eltham, Hurstbridge and St Andrews to the classic Kinglake climb.

Distance
123.4 km
Elevation
1,370 m
Difficulty
Expert
Ride time
6 hr 45 min–9 hr 30 min moving time
GPX route outline · Starts near Federation Square
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Route overview

Plan the ride

A long north-eastern ride through Eltham, Hurstbridge and St Andrews to the classic Kinglake climb.

A major Melbourne climbing benchmark

City
Melbourne
Surface
Paved roads
Start location
Federation Square
Recommended tyre width
28–32 mm road tyres
Estimated ride time
6 hr 45 min–9 hr 30 min moving time
Route data checked

The GPX file and page data were checked on this date. This is not an on-the-ground closure check; verify current conditions before riding.

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Highlights

A major Melbourne climbing benchmark. A major Melbourne climbing benchmark

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Hazards

Remote sections, wildlife, narrow shoulders, logging and tourist traffic, heat and fast descending. Check fire and road alerts.

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Water

No refill points are verified in this guide. Carry enough water for the full ride and confirm resupply options on the planning map before leaving.

04

Coffee stops

No cafe stop is verified in this guide. Use the planning map to choose a current, opening-hours-checked option near Federation Square or along the route.

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Parking & public transport

Start near Federation Square. Parking restrictions and public transport access are not independently verified; check the planning map and the local operator before travelling.

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Bike setup

Start with 28–32 mm road tyres. Adjust pressure, tread and spares for rider weight, weather and current surface conditions.

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Download the GPX

Import the file into Garmin Connect, Wahoo, Hammerhead, COROS, Bryton or another navigation app. Review the full line before the ride.

Download Kinglake Return GPX