ALBERTON to PORT ALBERT

This short and flat section along a wide gravel path makes for very easy riding. A shared concrete pathway passes through Alberton's town centre, with a highway crossing at the southern end of town.

There's a small creek crossing followed by a series of sharp turns, twisting around paddock boundary lines. A couple of kilometres south of Alberton you'll see a turn off to the historical Alberton Cemetery.

A thin wedge of shrubbery on the right separates you from the highway, while you pass fields of curious cows on your left, giving way to peaceful bushland on Port Albert's outskirts.

A large anchor statue and a smattering of Norfolk Pines in the middle of a roundabout marks your arrival in Port Albert. A shared concrete footpath takes you to the town centre and waterfront.

Alberton

A remarkable past and a peaceful present

Tiny Alberton is surrounded by lush, pancake-flat pastures, with views of the Strzelecki Ranges in the distance. Home to a hotel, General Store and a small clutch of businesses, the town is the stepping off point to the coastal hamlet of Port Albert to the south.

WHILE YOU’RE IN ALBERTON

The stately Victoria Hotel is bathed in period charm, looking radiant at the northern edge of town. Check out the mural on the north-facing wall to see one of street artist Heesco’s salutes to the rich heritage of the district.
The General Store is housed in a cute heritage cottage, providing drinks and snacks if you’re in need of refuelling.
On the eastern side of the highway, between Rankin and Kirksopp Streets, you can see two concrete domes which are the remnants of the Alberton Cordial Factory.
History buffs will be fascinated by the Alberton Cemetery, located on the trail 2 kilometres south of the town. One of Victoria’s oldest cemeteries, with burials dating back to 1842, the headstones paint a picture of the hardships endured during settlement. Tours are available.

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Parking

Available along Rankin Street.
Limited parking along Gellion Street - access via Russell Street.

Port Albert

Relaxed maritime vibes

With salty air on the wind and overlooking a silver sea, Port Albert’s maritime charm is impossible to miss. Saddled verandahs stretch across footpaths, a nod to their mid-1800s heritage.

Once a bustling trade hub, today Port Albert’s appeal lies in its laid-back nature. The town is located on the shimmering coast, protected from the boisterous Bass Strait by a cluster of islands. The marina and jetties are positioned alongside a large grassy reserve, bristled with Norfolk Pines.

With restaurants and plenty of accommodation, it is a great option for an overnight stay.

WHILE YOU’RE IN PORT ALBERT

Stroll along the esplanade and grab your obligatory fish and chips to enjoy by the waterfront or on the lawn of Memorial Park.
Visit the Maritime Museum for a history spanning Gunaikurnai origins, European settlement, fishing legends and shipwrecks, to modern-day life.
Take a break from the bike seat and hit the Christopher Robin Walk / Old Port Trail (6 kilometres one-way). Hugging the coastline, the walk trades in salt marshes, stands of mangroves and coastal banksia in the Nooramunga Marine and Coastal Park.

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Parking

Available at Rutter Park on Bay Street.

Next on the trail

With panoramic views of lush farmland, temperate rainforest and pristine seascapes, the Great Southern Rail Trail links several unique towns, celebrating the best of what the region has to offer.