The Best Bike Riding Adventures for the Families in the West!

Mamma and the fam love a bike adventure - from when the kiddos were just learning on their wobbly training wheels at the park, to discovering new places along the many trails we have around the west. Nothing beats the feeling of freedom and adventure you get when you’re on a bike! Mamma has gathered some of her favourite bike adventures for you to discover!

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burndap park, maribyrnong
burndap park, maribyrnong

This is a wonderful little track that curls around and in between the Edgewater Marina and Maribyrnong River. The track is smooth and flat, perfect for prams, bikes, scooters and wheelchairs.

kororoit creek shared trail and sculpture walk, altona north
kororoit creek shared trail and sculpture walk, altona north

Smooth pathways and wondrous sculptures - it is a fantastic outdoor adventure for the family.

altona coastal park bike trail, altona
altona coastal park bike trail, altona

Mamma loves to get outdoors and get the legs pumping with a good bike ride. Altona Coastal Park is one of the best rides around. You can still see a lone date palm and the ruins of the grandstand of the old Williamstown Racecourse which saw Phar Lap race and win the Underwood Stakes in 1931. Giddy up!

maribyrnong river trail, footscray
maribyrnong river trail, footscray

We in the West are blessed with Melbourne's most beautiful river right on our doorstep (you can't blame Mamma for being biased) and The Maribyrnong River Trail provides endless opportunities to choose your own outdoor adventure to enjoy it via foot, bike or trike. 

the strand, williamstown
the strand, williamstown

Mamma's got one word for this place. WOW! Whether your movement of choice is walking, running or cycling. This is the perfect spot to soak up some awesome icons of the West and the views of our beautiful city.

100 steps to federation - truganina park, altona meadows
100 steps to federation - truganina park, altona meadows

Mamma was told to expect the best views in Melbourne and was not disappointed. The top of the 100 Steps to Federation in Altona Meadows - provides uninterrupted 360 degree views of the You Yangs, Melbourne and the Bay. It is downright breathtaking and energising climbing to the top.

cherry lake, altona
Cherry Lake
cherry lake, altona
Cherry Lake

Mamma says visiting this park on Chery Lake is a must for any true blue Westie. Gaze over the water and take a little time to unwind while your little (and big!) ones explore and the Lions Market is on here on the first Sunday of the month!

Cherry Lake
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quarry park mountain bike trails, footscray
quarry park mountain bike trails, footscray

Mountain biking in Footscray? You betcha.

What an amazing use of space of what was an old quarry and then landfill until 1988! This stunning mountain bike trail park has spectacular views of the city and three descents to choose from

the nook, sunbury
the nook, sunbury

The Nook will make you feel as if you’ve stopped to rest at a quaint country town. A 20 minute walk from the centre of Sunbury, it features Jacksons Creek waterhole and a beautiful, natural open space.

you yangs regional park, little river
you yangs regional park, little river

For outdoor adventure lovers, The you Yangs has it all. The beauty of this area is stunning with those huge rocks, breathtaking views and lovely bushland.

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barrabool boulevard playground, mambourin
barrabool boulevard playground, mambourin

Huge new playground in the new Mambourin - next to Werribee - with huge towers, water play, basketball, flying foxes and more!

dalton reserve, sunshine west
dalton reserve, sunshine west

A lovely little playground, with two play areas, a basketball half court, bike track, exercise equipment, grassy spaces, BBQs and picnic tables!

tom o'brien park and playground, sunshine
tom o'brien park and playground, sunshine

Swings, slides, giant climbing pyramid, rocking boat, nest swing, basketball court, tables, shelter, barbecues, great shady trees, and grassy spaces. What more could you ask for in a playground? How about a neighbouring grassland reserve (Matthews Hill Reserve) with walks and bush camping vibes, and an off-leash dog area?

wildflower garden playground, deer park
wildflower garden playground, deer park

This playground has been designed in such a way to invite creative and mindful play, and to utilise those gross motor skills, meaning your kids will be totally WORN OUT! And while the kids are off making up obstacle courses, you can relax. Mamma rarely comes across a playground this tranquil.

hansen reserve junior bike skills and playground, west footscray
hansen reserve junior bike skills and playground, west footscray

The new Junior Bike Skills Track at Hansen Reserve will have your little ones levelling up bike and scooter skills in no time! Let them ride over bumps and humps, sweep around corners and then build up speed to follow the track past the footy oval and down into the playground, for an action packed day out!

ardeer community park, ardeer
ardeer community park, ardeer

The little truck and tractor lovers in your family will have a WHEELIE good time at this playground!
Steering wheels! Tractor tyres! Slides! Swings! Tunnels! Rock climbing! See-saw! Mamma LOVES it here!

curlew community park, laverton
curlew community park, laverton

Locals will be loving how great this park is and it is sure to become THE favourite of the area

heathdale bmx track and wetlands, hoppers crossing
heathdale bmx track and wetlands, hoppers crossing

Well, this is a great spot Mamma couldn't wait to share with you!

traffic park, point cook
traffic park, point cook

It is a very popular spot for locals who know of this hidden gem and Mamma's kids absolutely love it - we often get requests to go to ‘traffic park!’ This park is more suited to pre-schoolers or up to six years old and only really for small bikes, scooters, trikes, balance bikes or similar.

hd graham reserve bmx track and skate park, altona meadows
hd graham reserve bmx track and skate park, altona meadows

This park is a fav for both big and little kids with a smaller bowl skate/scooter section.

price reserve playground & skate park, werribee south
price reserve playground & skate park, werribee south

This once tired playground has just recently has a fantastic make over! 

apex park, altona
apex park, altona

Altona is rich with playgrounds and parks dotted all the way along the beach and foreshore. This one is one of our all time favourite parks!

cruickshank park, yarraville
cruickshank park, yarraville

Cruikshanks Park in Yarraville has a creek running through its heart, a good playground at the north west corner, picturesque walking tracks, circuit training stations, a BMX track and free tennis courts at the south end, Cruickshank Park has something for everyone.