Situated high in the Australian Alps, Falls Creek has become a hot spot for cyclists from around the world who seek to train and stay at altitude.
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With the recent sealing of the Bogong Alpine Way, cyclists can now ride the spectacular 230km Alpine Loop from Falls Creek circumnavigating through Omeo, Mt Hotham, then back to Falls Creek via Mt Beauty from November to May.
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Falls Creek is Australia's #1 destination for extreme alpine road cycling!
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• Over 230kms of sealed road at high altitude offering stunning views across the Bogong High Plains
• Ideal destination for boot camps, cross-training and improving fitness
• Bike support services and storage areas
• Opportunities to cycle the resort’s trails and into the nearby National Park
• Well-equipped gymnasium
• Range of accommodation options for groups and individuals that include spa, sauna and pool facilities
• Supermarkets, cafés and restaurants for all your dietary requirements
• Conveniently located 4.5 hours from Melbourne and 1.5 hours from Albury.
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Elite athletes, cyclists, rowers, skiers, tri-athletes, professional sports teams are making Falls Creek an integral part of their training routine. Why not include Falls Creek as part of yours?
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Road cycling events at Falls Creek
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3 Peaks Challenge
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The 3 Peaks Challenge is Bicycle Victoria’s new one-day ultimate challenge ride which will take place on Sunday, March 7, 2010 - the Labour Day long weekend.
The 230km course takes you through Australia's most spectacular Alpine Region!
Falls Creek will host the event for the weekend, with festivities surrounding the event.
Entries are now open!
| To enter or for more information on the 3 Peaks Challenge, please click here.
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Audax Alpine Classic
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Held on Sunday, January 24 2010, Audax Alpine Classic is the toughest non-competitive mass ride in Australia which is not a race. The objective is complete the course within the maximum time limit allowed.
This ride attracts cyclists from all levels of fitness and experience.
It starts in the lush Alpine Shire town of Bright and finishes at Falls Creek.
An additional event, never held outside of France before, the Semaine Federale week-long festival of cycling will be staged inconjunction with the one-day Alpine Classic.
| For more information on the Audax Alpine Classic, please click here.
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Alpine Ascent Challenge
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Alpine Ascent Challenge is more of a challenge, than an event.
The challenge is for you to ride at least four of the seven great Victorian resorts between November 2009 and mid March 2010 for the chance to win some great prizes.
Get your free Alpine Ascent Passport from Resort Management and get it stamped as you complete the climbs.
| For more information on the Alpine Ascent Challenge, please click here.
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Road Cycling Routes
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Falls Creek to Omeo
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The recent sealing of 36km of the Bogong High Plains Road between Falls Creek and the Omeo Highway has opened up one of the most spectacular roads to cyclists. The road takes you through the quaint villages of Shannonvale, Anglers Rest and Bingo Munjie. The Blue Duck Inn at Anglers Rest is the ideal rest point as the name suggests, located 47km into the ride. As expected, the ride is challenging, yet suitable for intermediate to advanced riders due to the medium gradients. However, for those who want to push themselves to the max the road continues to Mt Hotham, Bright, Mt Beauty and back up to Falls Creek.
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Falls Creek Alpine Loop
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The sealing of the Bogong High Plains Road has opened up a 230km loop from Falls Creek through Omeo, Bright, Mt Beauty and back up to Falls Creek. The ride can be taken over a number of days or for the super fit, just one day. This is the route for the 3 Peaks Challenge on March 7, 2010.
The ride is unique in that it is the highest sealed road in Australia and allows cyclists to loop back to where they started.
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Falls Creek to Mt Beauty
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The 33km from Falls Creek to Mt Beauty along the Bogong High Plains Road is an exhilarating ride whether you choose to ride up or down. With an altitude difference of approximately 1300m, the ascent requires a good level of fitness.
Either way, you travel through spectacular mountain scenery, passing mountain streams and waterfalls, stunning wildflowers and experience a close up view of the changing landscape from the valley floor to the alpine zone. At just about the mid point Bogong Village is a great place to rest before continuing your journey.
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Mt Beauty Mountain Creek Road Circuit
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This 16km loop is very popular with the locals. From Mt Beauty head out along the Kiewa Valley highway towards Tawonga. A bike track is available for this section. Turn right into Mountain Creek Road and continue over the picturesque Kiewa River before turning right into Damms Road. This will return you to Mt Beauty. The ride weaves through farmland taking in Bogong Estate Winery/Cafe and some fabulous, peaceful riverside locations. Throughout your journey you are treated to stunning mountain and Kiewa Valley views. Following your ride there are many cafes and eateries in Mt Beauty and Tawonga where you can refuel.
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Murray to Mountain Rail Trail
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The Murray to Mountains Rail Trail is arguably Australia’s Best cycling trail. Suitable for all ages and levels of fitness, the sealed 100km trail though the High Country leads you along historic railway lines, through historic towns and past wineries, where you can stop and enjoy the offerings. The trail winds its way from Bright to Myrtleford via Beechworth before arriving in Wangaratta.
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For more information on the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail, please click here.
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Audio Discovery Tour
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The Audio Discovery Tour is a guide you can listen to while you ride sections of the 230km Alpine Loop. It includes interviews with local people and experts plus some historical drama. You can select tracks as you travel between Bright and Omeo or Mt Hotham along the Great Alpine Road to Bright or from Mount Beauty to Falls Creek.
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Click here to download the Audio Discovery Tour.
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