Bellarine Rail Trail

Welcome to the Bellarine Rail Trail, a thirty-five to thirty-seven kilometer corridor of history that bisects the picturesque Bellarine Peninsula. As we stand here at the western terminus near South Geelong, it is essential to…

The journey commences at the South Geelong train station, a hub that underscores the trail's accessibility from metropolitan Melbourne. For the modern visitor, the arrival by rail creates a thematic symmetry, stepping off a…

As we reach the thirteen-kilometer mark, we pass through the vicinity of Leopold. It is a common misconception that the trail pierces the heart of every town it encounters. …

At the eighteen-kilometer marker, we arrive at Drysdale Station, perhaps the most historically significant node on our journey. Unlike many other stops where only a sign remains, Drysdale boasts a complete, standing station…

Between the major station hubs lie the stretches that truly define the Bellarine's character: the vast, undulating farmlands of Moolap and beyond. This section of the trail is notably flat and expansive, offering a sense of…

As the trail approaches its final destination, it skirts the northern edge of Swan Bay, a shallow marine embayment of international ecological importance. This area is a Ramsar-listed wetland, providing a critical habitat for…

The final approach into Queenscliff is a masterclass in atmospheric transition. As the trail leaves the wild edges of Swan Bay, it enters a more structured environment, following a quiet road that leads directly into the historic…

While the railway tracks technically end at the station, the Bellarine Rail Trail offers a final, delightful extension that leads the traveler directly to the Queenscliff Marina. This short, sealed path is the 'perfect spot to…

Our journey across the Bellarine Peninsula via its historic rail trail has been more than just a physical traverse; it has been a scholarly exploration of time, technology, and topography. From the urban beginnings in South…