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Merri Creek – Creek Bed Ride loop from Hawkstowe

Merri Creek – Creek Bed Ride loop from Hawkstowe

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Merri Creek – Creek Bed Ride loop from Hawkstowe

03:12

62.6km

260m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 8, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 35.5 km for 58 m

After 47.6 km for 144 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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23.7 km

Merri Creek

Highlight • River

Merri Creek runs through the norther reaches of Melbourne before joining the Yarra River near Fitzroy North. The confluence of the two waterways is a traditional meeting ground of the …

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24.5 km

Janet Millman Reserve

Highlight • Forest

Janet Millman Reserve is an urban bushland reserve in Perth’s eastern suburbs. It’s a relaxed spot with picnic areas and barbecues, and you’ll often see locals out walking their dogs. …

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25.9 km

Capital City Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Capital City Trail loops along the Yarra River, through leafy parks, and links several shared paths into one seamless city circuit. Along the way, you’ll pass cafés, picnic spots, …

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29.4 km

Creek Bed Ride

Highlight (Segment) • River

ride in the creek instead of the path, why not?

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36.1 km

Ottery Reserve

Highlight • River

This small reserve sits alongside Merri Creek and is a quiet place to stop when on the trail. There is much in the way of facilities but it's a good place to stop for a quick break.

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62.6 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

51.2 km

6.29 km

2.27 km

1.60 km

833 m

425 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

41.6 km

20.1 km

890 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (160 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

Friday 10 July

14°C

6°C

97 %

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Max wind speed: 30.0 km/h

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Merri Creek – Creek Bed Ride loop from Hawkstowe

Merri Creek

Janet Millman Reserve

Capital City Trail

Creek Bed Ride

Ottery Reserve

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