Murwillumbah to Crabbes Creek: A Rail Trail for Everyone
The Northern Rivers Rail Trail offers an easy ride for all ages, perfect for E-bikes. The journey spans 24 km one way (48 km return), we recommend allowing 5 hours to enjoy it fully. This timing includes two 30-minute rest breaks plus a 1-hour lunch stop, ideally at the charming villages of Burringbar or Mooball.
Ride across sixteen bridges, through the impressive 524-metre Burringbar Tunnel, and past scenic villages. This first stage of the Northern Rivers Rail Trail is open. Are you ready for the ride?
Ride into an ancient volcano
Easy ride for all ages
Sixteen bridges and the impressive 500m long Burringbar tunnel
Art galleries and scenic villages, stop for a refreshment along the way
MURWILLUMBAH TO DUNBIBLE
The rail trail begins in Murwillumbah at our shop within the old Railway Station where we will custom fit an E-bike for you. Following a safety briefing you will embark on the first stretch of the ride to Dunbible, an easy ride that includes a tar-sealed section overlooking the sugar cane fields. You may choose to stop at the Tweed Regional Art Gallery and the Margaret Olley Art Centre, just look out for the sign and the steps to the Arts Centre. You can also have refreshments at the Arts Centre café overlooking the Tweed River and Mt Wollumbin the impressive central core of the old volcano.
DUNBIBLE VILLAGE & STOKERS SIDING
This part of the rail trail takes you through stands of native bush and rolling pastures on the way to Dunbible train station and Stokers Siding village where you will find refreshment options including Hosanna Farmstay Cafe great for kids and coffee lovers and the Post Shop Cafe.
STOKERS SIDING TO BURRINGBAR
You head up a slight hill section of the trail towards the 500-metre-long Burringbar Tunnel. Turn on your E-bike light here as the centre of the tunnel is particularly dark. The tunnel contains glow worms and small bats, if undisturbed you might catch a glimpse of their impressive glow.
Once out of the tunnel you will head down through the upper reaches of the picturesque Burringbar Valley, this section of the rail trail contains old native rain forest and is part of the Scenic Rim, the side wall of the old volcano. You will be crossing many rail bridges, passing under Tweed Valley way, and hugging the Burringbar Creek into Burringbar village which again has some food and drink options.
Teakwood Cafe is a favorite of ours located approx 150m along Tweed Valley Way to the left. Be sure to check out Heaths Old Wares for a special antique find!
BURRINGBAR TO CRABBES CREEK
As you head towards Mooball, the rail trail takes you across several smaller rail bridges, as well as a long one over the Burringbar Creek. This picturesque part of the ride offers stunning views of the surrounding native bush and rolling fields. Mooball is a popular spot for motorcycle enthusiasts, and it’s a great place to stop for refreshments or a meal.
Don’t miss a stop at Tweed Valley Cheeses for home-made gelato and cheese platters, look out for their sign between Burringbar and Mooball.
Grab some lunch at either the Moo Moo Roadhouse or Victory Tavern, the pub with a pool!
After leaving Mooball, you’ll pass through the Hulls Road tunnel on your way towards Crabbes Creek. If you want to take a detour, there’s a side path leading to Crabbes Creek where you can explore the area. Then, head back onto the trail through a beautiful native forest that feels like a tree tunnel all the way to the end of the trail.
MOOBALL – VICTORY PUB
If you would like to use our shuttle bus service, we can arrange to meet you at the Victory Pub to take you and your E-bike back to Murwillumbah or return you to your accommodation. Please make sure to take some time at the pub to celebrate your Best Day Ever!
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Choose your hire option and hit the trails! Let our local crew take care of the details – from trail advice to support and shuttle options.
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