Description

This trail is a compelling way to take you through all the single black runs in the You Yangs, providing technical descents, great views and well sign-posted trails.

Starting from the Stockyards carpark in the north of the park, this trail begins with a warmup through Quarry Pit (trk.

5), before taking a meandering and scenic climb up Rockwell Run (trk.

4).

The first decent will go through the well loved Cressy Descent (trk.

13), which is a flow trail with jumps (with B line options), rock gardens and berms.

The trail follows the fireroad back up the mountain, and continues over to Junction Track for a rocky descent with incredible views to the west.

Using the fireroad to back up to make the climb easier, the trail goes back up Junction Track towards the Stockyards area again.

There you can use the downhill start ramp to begin on Trav's Diamond (trk.

7), a technical trail with rock gardens, wooden berms, steep granite rock rolls.

It then takes you back up Rockwell Run for an easy climb, followed by the fast, flowy and furious Lactic Acid (trk.

6).

Finally, the trail will take you up the north side peak to Boulder Track, where you can choose to take one of the park's famous granite rock rolls towards the finish at the Stockyards carpark.

Traditional owners: This trail is on the lands of the Wadawurrung People.

Wildlife: Riders can often see wallabies, kangaroos and occasionally a wedge tailed eagle. Ride time: Approximately 1.5-2 hours, best done when the trail is damp or dry.

Avoid during the hot, dry days often occuring in Jan and Feb.

Equipment: Well maintained enduro or trail bike, appropriate helmet, pads and gloves for black grade trails. See Parks Victoria or You Yangs MTB Club websites for more information and trail maps.