Ride Yea to the Cheviot Tunnel

From the charm of the township to the shadows of the Black Range, the ride from Yea to the historic Cheviot Tunnel is a journey through the heart of the Great Victorian Rail Trail’s railway heritage.

Plan Your Ride

Route distance: Approximately 18km return / 1-1.5 hours
Suitable for: Beginners, families, casual riders – anyone with a low to moderate level of fitness.
Bike hire and shuttles: Customised shuttle adventures can be arranged with Double Black Alpine or Locals Day Out. For a fully supported tour, join Tour de Vines and let them take care of the accommodation, dining, bike hire, and luggage transfer.

Start at the historic Yea Railway Station, crossing the Goulburn River floodplains before a gentle climb toward the remarkable 19th-century Cheviot Tunnel. This 201-metre handmade brick marvel is the only tunnel of its kind on a Victorian Rail Trail, and calls for a steady pace and a bright bike light.

After emerging back into the light, take a moment at the historic Cheviot Station site to appreciate the quiet rural landscape before coasting back down to Yea. Reward your efforts with a stop at the Yea Wetlands Discovery Centre or a well-earned meal at the Country Club Hotel, a local favourite that has been welcoming travellers since 1856.

With its gentle gradients and well-maintained surface, the ride from Yea to Cheviot Tunnel is a fantastic outdoor adventure for all ages and abilities.