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After another long break we are back for another weekend of cycling in country Victoria.
Castlemaine is the new home of Pedal Pedal and we are very pleased to be able to take you on two lovely rides in the historic Central Goldfields region.
The two rides will be on a mix of surfaces, sealed and good unsealed roads.
Castlemaine is located under 2 hours north of Melbourne so easy to reach but also worth staying a few extra days if you have time.
Book your own accommodation. We recommend the Castlemaine Gardens Holiday Park for caravan, cabins and campsites. There are also hotels and motels in town.
Dates
29-30 March 2025
Bookings for the ride are not required, simply turn up!
Accommodation bookings are your responsibility.
Location
Castlemaine is located under 2 hours north of Melbourne.
The starting point for both rides will be the car park in front of the Castlemaine Gardens Holiday Park on Doran Ave (next to the Botanic Gardens).
The Rides
Day 1 - Saturday 29 MARCH
Ride a back road route to Guildford where we will stop for lunch in an historic country pub. After lunch we will ride some gravel roads via the site of the Mopoke Water Wheel then ride the Campbells Creek Trail back to Castlemaine.
Start Time: 10am
Distance: 45km
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Day 2 - Sunday 30 MARCH
Ride a mixed sealed and gravel back road route to Harcourt where we will make a stop for a coffee. The return route to Castlemaine takes in more back roads including the old Calder Hwy and a small section of the Goldfields Track.
Start Time: 9am
Distance: 40km