Riesling and Rattler Rail Trail

52km, One Way, Flat, Easy, Unsealed, Rail Trail, Family

The Riesling and Rattler Rail Trails pass through beautiful rolling hills, farmlands and vineyards. The trail has a well graded surface and gentle hills.

The Rattler Trail starts just north of Riverton and ends in Auburn and follows the former Spalding railway line.

The Spalding Line opened in 1918 and closed in 1984. The line was built with a very tight budget and consequently, tight curves and bridges with light axle loads. Therefore, larger locomotives could not be used on the line and only old, lighter weight "rattler" trains could ply the route.

The Riesling Trail starts at Auburn and ends at Barinia Road north of Clare.

The Riesling Trail takes its name from passing through the famous Clare Valley vineyards.

Start: Auburn End: Barinia Road north of Clare                 Transport:  Car

Thank you to Josiah Skeats for mapping this journey.