ALBURY TRAILS Explore and discover the city's parks and points of interest on kms of networked trails for recreational users and commuters. -1 , -2 Wagirra Trail Yindyamarra Sculpture Walk Albury is a great place to explore... -3 , -4 Bungambrawatha Creek Trail More than 50 kilometres of interlinked on and off-road trails offer -5 , -6 West Albury Trail walkers and cyclists of all ages safe and enjoyable access to Albury’s natural environment and places of interest. .- , .. South Albury Trail Most trails are flat, shared pathways that you can walk or cycle along ./ , .0 East Albury Trail with ease. One of the most popular trails is the Wagirra Trail, incorporating .1 , .2 Albury–Thurgoona Trail Yindyamarra Sculpture Walk, which extends from the Union Bridge in South Albury through to the picturesque Horseshoe Lagoon in West .3 , .4 Thurgoona Trail Albury. This trail also links with Wodonga’s network of pathways. .5 , .6 Nail Can Hill / Ridge Trail The more adventurous can head to Nail Can Hill, to find many trails ideal for mountain biking and hiking. State and National mountain /- , /. Wonga Wetlands Trails bike championship events are often held there and riders rate the // , /0 Other Area Trails challenging courses as among the best in Australia. As you navigate the trail network, you’ll come across great spots to stop /1 Cycle Safety Tips and rest, have a picnic or a coffee, or just enjoy the view. /2 Shared Paths For families, ride the trails to Albury’s riverside parks, explore the adventure playgrounds or, if the weather’s warm, stop off at the /3 , /4 Albury Trails Map Albury Swim Centre for a refreshing dip. Regardless of your age or level of fitness, Albury’s trails are a must if you want to get out, get active and enjoy all that the city has to offer.
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D R through the city, from Lavington to the Murray River. S JEL BA W UN O ION RD PA RK R FREDERICKS PARK R This trail is sealed and almost entirely off the road – but there are a U REGIONAL D B R PLAYGROUND H number of road crossings, so take care to ensure the road is clear G U A W before you cross. D R LOG E AN RD G W N ANTIG A ONG The trail winds through Heathwood Park, Fredericks Park Regional R ST Playground and the Albury Skate Bowl, leading you past the beautiful S WAN ST Albury Botanic Gardens and Albury Swim Centre, before joining the GL EN
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THU RG OONA exploration of the area. OVAL T H U R G The trail passes the Thurgoona Shopping Centre, Ernest Grant Oval O O N A and Skate Park and the Thurgoona Golf Club Resort. It connects D R Thurgoona walkers and cyclists with the Albury CBD and is a flat and easy trail for all ages. ER NE ST GRAN T Access to Charles Sturt University and several primary and secondary PA RK THU RG OO NA schools is via this trail. GO LF CLUB This 6.6km trail also links to the Albury-Thurgoona trail.
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600m Nail Can Hill is part of the regional crown reserve, to the west of the city, and is an area of extensive undulating bushland. NO RRIS PA RK OVA L The area features a network of trails used for bushwalking, running and mountain bike riding. Nail Can Hill is also home to Albury’s GL EN MO RU S GA RD EN S famous Nail Can Hill Run – a popular 11.3 kilometre event that has D
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A unique environmental experience exists downstream from Albury along the floodplain of the Murray River – the Wonga Wetlands. About 3 kilometres of walking paths allows visitors to experience these beautiful wetlands. The wetlands are home to around 150 species of birds, which can be seen throughout the year in their natural habitat. You can also see ancient river red gums and a traditional Wiradjuri campsite. Wonga Wetlands is located on the Riverina Highway, 6 kilometres west of Albury. A self-guided tour map is available from the car park area and there are facilities to safely secure your bike.
Red Trail 2.5 kilometres Blue Trail 1.2 kilometres Green Trail 0.5 kilometres
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Hume and Hovell Track Wodonga Pathways The Hume and Hovell Trail follows the footsteps of famous explorers The Wagirra Trail links with Wodonga’s vast network of pathways in Hamilton Hume and William Hovell on their expedition to Port Phillip Victoria. Choose picturesque, relaxing circuits or more challenging in 1824 . courses to get the heart rate up. For further information, visit www.wodonga.vic.gov.au
The last section of this 440 kilometre track heads south from Table High Country Rail Trail Top through Albury to the Murray River. Further information on this This 35 kilometre trail links Wodonga and Old Tallangatta, following track can be obtained from the New South Wales Land and Property the historic railway line alongside Lake Hume. Management Authority at www.lands.nsw.gov.au Beautiful views, many points of interest and plenty of rest areas and picnic spots can be found along the way. For a trail map and further information visit www.highcountryrailtrail.org.au
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Remember: Pedestrians / Motorised Wheelchair Users: • Bicycles are vehicles by law, with equal rights to share • Watch out – cyclists, roller-bladers and skateboarders the road. share the path. • Cyclists are required to obey the same road rules that • Keep left – be careful not to block the track. Walk on the left drivers of vehicles obey, and penalties apply. side except where otherwise indicated. • Cyclists can use a whole lane and ride two abreast provided • Hold hands – keep children under 10 years of age away they are not more than 1.5 metres apart. from traffic. • Cyclists must correctly wear an Australian Standards • Control dogs – keep them on a short lead. approved bicycle helmet. • Be safe, be seen: wear bright-coloured clothing when cycling. Cyclists: • Cyclists must give way to pedestrians crossing the road and • Slow down and take care – everyone uses shared pathways, they must walk bikes across pedestrian crossings. including children, the elderly and people with disabilities. • Cyclists must not be towed by another vehicle. • Keep left – except when overtaking slower traffic. • At night, cyclists must display a bright white light on the • Use your bell – warn pedestrians that you are approaching. front of the bike and a bright red light and red reflector on Give them plenty of room. the rear of the bike. • Your bicycle must have at least one working brake and be • Wear a helmet – head injuries can still occur at low speeds fitted with a suitable warning device. where there are no cars. • It is an offence to ride with no hands or with feet off the pedals. • Motorists must give cyclists at least one metre of room when overtaking. ALBURY TRAILS | 25 TIP RD
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