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Location: Traralgon to Stratford
Distance: 67 kilometres one way
Track: Generally smooth dirt or gravel track
Grade: Level 1 - No experience required, suitable for beginners and children. The track has a high quality new surface and is predominantly flat.
Start: Intersection of Marshalls Rd and the Traralgon-Maffra Road (C105)
Finish: Apex Park, Stratford, beside the Avon River
The Gippsland Plains Rail Trail is a 67 kilometres recreational trail following the former historic Gippsland Plains railway line route between Stratford and Traralgon.
Traralgon to Glengarry (10 kilometres)
Pass through the scenic Latrobe River floodplain and over four spectacular restored bridges.
Glengarry to Toongabbie (9 kilometres)
This smooth, well packed gravel path leads to the peaceful Eaglehawk Creek, ideal for picnicking. While you're in Toongabbie, discover the Toongabbie wetlands or check out the Ned Stringer Memorial.
Toongabbie to Cowwarr (9 kilometres)
This section has a well formed gravel path that sets out across the plains with views towards the Great Dividing Range. Continue through the remnant red gum forest and the lush farmland.
Cowwarr to Heyfield via Dawson (11 kilometres)
This section has a well packed gravel surface. Head out of Cowarr past the scenic Rainbow Creek crossing and continue through the rich river flats. Heyfield offers several dining and accommodation options.
Heyfield to Tinamba (10 kilometres)
This section is flat on well packed gravel, thanks to major works. The Tinamba Hotel makes for a great food stop.
Tinamba to Maffra (8 kilometres)
This section of the trail has an excellent surface and passes through wetlands, forest and a number of creek crossings. Be sure to explore the Gippsland Vehicle Collection before departing Maffra.
Maffra to Stratford via Powerscourt (10 kilometres)
The trail follows the main railway line through quintessentially country landscape.
