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Whitfield - Lake Buffalo

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Ride from the heart of the King Valley's renowned vineyards to the blue waters of Lake Buffalo on locals' favourite Rose River Road.
Cyclist on ramp, lake, hills with grass and trees, shadows in water, grey clouds, low cloud on hills
Cyclist with red vest on gravel road, farming country with poplar trees, hills with trees, grey sky
Rusty in coloured gravel road, bushes on both sides, trees, mountains, blue sky with wispy clouds
Cyclist on rusty coloured gravel road, through bushy scrub, trees
Gravel road with grey dirt, grass, hills, trees, blue sky
Prosecco Road cellar doors, vibrant vineyards, smooth gravel roads, pristine bushland, rolling hills and majestic Lake Buffalo - this gravel route has it all. Ride from the moreish local produce of King Valley to Lake Buffalo's calm waters on winding, well-maintained gravel roads through breathtaking scenery. This route is tailored for experienced self-sufficient gravel cyclists, presenting a significant climb up Gentle Annie Gap followed by an exhilarating descent in a remote area with minimal mobile phone coverage. Celebrate with a dip in Lake Buffalo before taking a pre-organised lift back or returning via the same route.

Start location - Whitfield Bicycle Hub
Finish location - Lake Buffalo Reserve Boat Launch
Elevation gain - 664m
Water - Cheshunt township & Whitfield township
Toilets - Lake Buffalo, Cheshunt township & Whitfield township

Locals Tip: After an even bigger adventure? Keep pedalling to Myrtleford for lunch at one of the town's many cafes to add an extra 23km of riding along paved, quiet roads and rolling hills.
Information

Website

www.ridehighcountry.com.au/gravel

Address

Wangaratta-Whitfield Rd, Whitfield, Victoria, 3733

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