Albury. This trail

Explore and discover the city’s parks and
points of interest on 40 kms of networked
trails for walkers, cyclists and skaters.
04 – 05
Wagirra Trail
06 – 07
Bungambrawatha Creek Trail
08 – 09
West Albury Trail
10 – 11
South Albury Trail
12 – 13
East Albury Trail
14 – 15
Albury–Thurgoona Trail
16 – 17
Thurgoona Trail
18 – 19
Nail Can Hill Trail
20 – 21
Wonga Wetlands Trails
22 – 23
Other Area Trails
24 – 25
Albury CBD Lockers
25
Albury Bicycle Plan
26
Cycle Safety Tips
27
Shared Paths
28 – 29
Explore Albury
30 – 31
Albury Trails Map
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Albury is a great place to explore...
More than 40 kilometres of interlinked on and off-road trails
offer walkers, cyclists and skaters of all ages safe and
enjoyable access to Albury’s natural environment and places
of interest.
Most trails are flat, shared pathways that you can walk or
cycle along with ease.
One of the most popular trails is the Wagirra Trail, which
extends from the Union Bridge in South Albury through to the
picturesque Horseshoe Lagoon in West Albury. This trail also
links with Wodonga’s vast network of pathways.
The more adventurous can head to Nail Can Hill, to find many
trails ideal for mountain biking and hiking. State and
National mountain bike championship events are often held
there and riders rate the challenging courses as among the
best in Australia.
As you navigate the trail network, you’ll come across great
spots to stop and rest, have a picnic or a coffee, or just enjoy
the view.
For families, ride the trails to Albury’s riverside parks, explore
the adventure playgrounds or, if the weather’s warm, stop off
at the 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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Wagirra Trail
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The last section of the trail, from Kremur Street to Horseshoe
Lagoon, is unsealed.
The Wagirra Trail also links to the Bungambrawatha Creek
Trail, West Albury Trail, South Albury Trail and beyond to the
Albury–Thurgoona Trail.
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LINK TO
WODONGA
PATHWAYS
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A two metre wide shared pathway meanders through the
riverside parks (Noreuil, Australia, and Hovell Tree), past the
Adventure Playspace at Oddies Creek, Albury Swim Centre,
through Padman Park and west of Kremur Street to Horseshoe
Lagoon. There are many places to stop and picnic or just enjoy
the tranquillity of the Murray River.
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The Wagirra Trail links Horseshoe Lagoon with the
South Albury Trail at the Union Bridge.
Distance
5.6 kilometres
Surface
Predominantly sealed
Grade
Predominantly flat
On or off the road
Off
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Bungambrawatha
Creek Trail
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The Bungambrawatha Creek Trail runs north/south
through the city from Lavington to the Murray River.
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This trail is sealed and almost entirely off the road – but there
are a number of road crossings, so take care to ensure the
road is clear before you cross.
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The trail winds through Heathwood Park, Fredericks Park
Regional Playground and the Albury Skate Bowl, leading you
past the beautiful Albury Botanic Gardens and Albury Swim
Centre, before joining the Wagirra Trail. The trail also connects
to the Albury CBD where you can visit Albury’s award winning
LibraryMuseum or Art Gallery.
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It’s a relatively flat and easy ride with a number of great
places to stop.
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Distance
6.3 kilometres
Surface
Sealed
Grade
Flat
On or off the road
Off
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West Albury Trail
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It commences at Banksia Street and extends unsealed for
approximately 500 metres between Haydon Park and Bonnie
Doon Oval before crossing Pemberton Street. Attractions
enroute include Bonnie Doon Reserve, the Haydon Park
multipurpose sports courts and the West Albury Skate Park.
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The West Albury Trail weaves through a number
of parks in West Albury and links with the
Wagirra Trail.
The path continues off the road through Patricia Gould
Reserve and links with a sealed path from Padman Drive,
alongside Kremur Street. This 800 metre path links you to the
Wagirra Trail. If you turn left, you will enjoy a 2.5 kilometre ride
in to Noreuil Park or turn right toward Horseshoe Lagoon,
about 2.5 kilometres down the trail.
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Distance
2.1 kilometres
Surface
Unsealed and sealed
Grade
Predominantly flat
On or off the road
Off
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South Albury Trail
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The South Albury Trail links the Wagirra Trail with
the Albury–Thurgoona Trail, allowing you to walk
or cycle from the east to the west.
The trail is accessed from the Amatex Street bridge just past
the highway on the Albury–Thurgoona Trail. An off-road path
follows Macauley Street past Brown’s Lagoon and then
continues off the road along Nurigong Street from Olive to
Kiewa Streets. An on-road lane then takes you to the Union
Bridge, where the trail links with the Wagirra Trail near
Oddies Creek Park.
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LINK TO
WODONGA
PATHWAYS
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NOREUIL PARK
SWIF T
Distance
1.5 kilometres
Surface
Sealed
Grade
Flat
On or off the road
Both
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East Albury Trail
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From there it’s a short on-road ride to the Mungabareena
reserve where you can enjoy a picnic beside the Murray River.
In the future, this trail will connect with the off-road paths in
Table Top Road, providing a loop of easy cycling for all
age groups.
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STADIUM
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The East Albury Trail is a sealed pathway that
connects the Albury–Thurgoona Trail to the
beautiful Mungabareena Reserve.
The trail commences off the road from the Albury–Thurgoona
Trail near the Borella Road bridge. An on-road section of the trail
500 metres long takes you along the Borella Road service lane,
passing the Albury Base Hospital, a plant nursery and a
homemaker shopping complex before intersecting with
Mungabareena Road.
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MUNGABAREENA
RESERVE
Distance
5 kilometres
Surface
Sealed
Grade
Flat
On or off the road
Both
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THURGOONA
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Albury–Thurgoona Trail
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From the Albury–Thurgoona Trail you can join other trails to
link to Mungabareena Reserve, the riverside parks and
Horseshoe Lagoon, making this a wonderful cycling or walking
experience for people of all ages.
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The trail crosses under the freeway at the Union Road
underpass and over the freeway at Dean and Amatex Streets.
You can also access the trail from Corry’s Road, Fallon Street,
North Street and Bridge Street.
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MO UNT
WALSH
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SCHUBA
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RAILWAY
STN
DEAN ST
EAST ST
ABAR
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BO RELL
ALBURY AIRPORT
ALBURY
SPORTS
STADIUM
EAST ST
ALEXANDRA
PARK
HU
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The 2.5 metre wide Albury–Thurgoona Trail runs
from South Albury to Thurgoona.
The trail connects with the East Albury Trail, the Wagirra Trail
and the Bungambrawatha Trail, allowing you to walk or cycle
north, south, east and west of Albury’s CBD with minimal
on-road components.
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HILL
MUNGABAREENA
RESERVE
Distance
9.4 kilometres
Surface
Sealed
Grade
Flat
On or off the road
Off
BANK RD
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NATIONAL ENVIRONMENT CENTRE
Thurgoona Trail
CHARLES STURT
UNIVERSITY
The Thurgoona Trail extends along Thurgoona
Drive from the Albury–Thurgoona Trail up to
Woolshed Creek. There are also intersecting
off-road paths along Table Top Road that allow for
exploration of the area.
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The trail passes the Thurgoona Shopping Centre, Ernest Grant
Oval and Skate Park and the Thurgoona Golf Club Resort. It
connects Thurgoona walkers and cyclists with the Albury CBD
and is a flat and easy trail for all ages.
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SHOPPING COMPLEX
Distance
6.6 kilometres
Surface
Sealed
Grade
Flat
On or off the road
Off
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ST
M UD G E
CENTAUR RD
LAVINGTON
SPORTS
GROUND
Nail Can Hill Trail
Nail Can Hill is part of the regional crown reserve,
to the west of the city, and is an area of extensive
undulating bushland.
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GLENMORUS
GARDENS
The area features a network of trails used for bushwalking,
running and mountain bike riding. Nail Can Hill is also home
to Albury’s famous Nail Can Hill Run – a popular 11.3 kilometre
event that has been held in May each year since 1977.
As the terrain is very steep in places, the trail is not
recommended for beginners.
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RD
RYAN
RD
This trail has many spectacular views however as the area is a
haven for some of the region’s rare flora and fauna, please
stay on the main trail.
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To enjoy your time exploring Nail Can Hill, be sure to stay on
the Ridge Trail as shown on the map. Many more trails exist as
part of the Rural Fire Service trail network, but these are
unsuitable for bike riding.
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Distance
6.5 kilometres
Surface
Unsealed
Grade
Steep
On or off the road
Off
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Wonga Wetlands Trail
Walking trails only
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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Other Area Trails
Hume and Hovell Trail
Wodonga Pathways
The Hume and Hovell Trail follows the footsteps of famous
explorers Hamilton Hume and William Hovell on their
expedition to Port Phillip in 1824.
The Wagirra River Trail links with Wodonga’s vast network of
pathways in Victoria. Choose picturesque, relaxing circuits or
more challenging courses to get the heart rate up. For further
information, visit www.wodonga.vic.gov.au
High Country Rail Trail
The last section of this 440 kilometre track heads south from
Table Top through Albury to the Murray River. Further
information on this track can be obtained from the New South
Wales Land and Property Management Authority at
www.lands.nsw.gov.au
This 35 kilometre trail links Wodonga and Old Tallangatta,
following the historic railway line alongside Lake Hume.
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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Albury CBD Lockers
If you’re cycling into the CBD and want to have a look at the
shops, why not lock your gear safely away in the mini lockers
at QEII Square?
There are cables to secure your bike and a locker to store your
helmet, backpack and any other cycling gear so you are free to
enjoy the shopping and eateries.
Found near the Dean Street end of QEII Square, the lockers are
easy to use, but you will need to bring along a small padlock
to secure the locker.
Albury Bicycle Plan
The 2009–2014 Albury Bicycle Plan was developed in
consultation with the Albury community (both cyclists and
non-cyclists), officers of AlburyCity and representatives of
various government departments. The plan considers cyclists’
need for a useable network of safe routes and pathways.
The overriding objective of the Albury Bicycle Plan is to
improve the safety and efficiency of existing and future
on-and-off-road facilities for cyclists. For information on the
Albury Bicycle Plan, please contact AlburyCity on 02 6023 8111.
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Cycle Safety Tips
Shared Paths
Remember:
Pedestrians:
• Bicycles are vehicles by law, with equal rights to share
the road.
• Watch out – cyclists, roller-bladers and skateboarders
share the path.
• Cyclists are required to obey the same road rules that
drivers of vehicles obey, and penalties apply.
• Keep left – be careful not to block the track. Walk on the left
side except where otherwise indicated.
• Cyclists can use a whole lane and ride two abreast provided
they are not more than 1.5 metres apart.
• Cyclists must correctly wear an Australian Standards
approved bicycle helmet.
• Be safe, be seen: wear bright-coloured clothing
when cycling.
• Hold hands – keep children under 10 years of age away
from traffic.
• Control dogs – keep them on a short lead.
Cyclists:
• Cyclists must give way to pedestrians crossing the road and
they must walk bikes across pedestrian crossings.
• Slow down and take care – everyone uses shared pathways,
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
front of the bike and a bright red light and red reflector on
the rear of the bike.
• Use your bell – warn pedestrians that you are approaching.
Give them plenty of room.
• Your bicycle must have at least one working brake and be
fitted with a suitable warning device.
• Wear a helmet – head injuries can still occur at low speeds
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 1 metre of room when
overtaking.
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EXPLORE Albury
Cycling or walking along Albury’s trails is an ideal
way to explore the area.
Admire the stunning Plane trees of Noreuil Park, follow the
meandering Murray River, see native and exotic species of
flora and fauna, discover adventure playgrounds and stop
along the way for a coffee or picnic.
Breathe in the fresh air and enjoy the outdoor lifestyle that
Albury offers.
For advice on the best trail for you and points of interest along
the way, visit the Albury Visitor Information Centre in the
historic Railway Station precinct. You can access the Albury
trails network easily from there.
Centre staff can also steer you in the right direction for
bicycle hire, sales and repairs.
CALL 1300 ALBURY (252 879)
www.visitALBURYWODONGA.com
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Cemetaries &
Crematoriums
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Toilets
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Swim Centre
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FREDERICKS PARK
REGIONAL
PLAYGROUND
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Skate Park
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GLENMORUS
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ENVIRONMENT
CENTRE
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Lookout
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Information
Centre
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Legend
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TO LAKE
HUME PARKS
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EASTERN
HILL
MUNGABAREENA
RESERVE
Wagirra Trail
Bungambrawatha Creek Trail
West Albury Trail
South Albury Trail
On Road Section
East Albury Trail
Albury–Thurgoona Trail
Thurgoona Trail
Nail Can Hill Trail
Monument Hill Link
Norris Park Link
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