Bike paths in Knox
We're developing off-road and on-road networks to make cycling a practical travel option for everyone. Our paths link to neighbouring areas, letting you ride to Melbourne's CBD, the Dandenong Ranges or Port Phillip Bay.
Knox is part of the Eastern Regional Trails Working Group. This group created the Melbourne to Warburton Trail Map, a 105km multi-use trail from Melbourne's CBD through the eastern suburbs to Warburton.
See the Melbourne to Warburton Trail Map
Road rules for cyclists
When riding on shared paths:
- give way to pedestrians
- reduce speed and ring your bell when passing
- slow down near underpasses
- share the space with others
On roads, cyclists must follow the same rules as motorists. Vehicles must leave at least 1m distance when passing cyclists on roads under 60 km/h, or 1.5m on faster roads.
Children 12 and under can ride on footpaths. Adults can ride on footpaths when supervising children 12 or younger.
Wear bright clothing and use lights to stay visible. Only use hands-free mobile phones while riding.
Cycling workshops
We offer workshops to improve your cycling and bike maintenance skills:
- adult learn-to-ride course
- adult practical bike skills course
- family practical bike skills course
- basic bike maintenance course
- mountain bike maintenance course.
Email [email protected] for more details.
Oppy Routes
Knox has honoured former resident Sir Hubert Opperman (Oppy) by creating three cycling routes through Knox that cater for all fitness levels and rider types. These are called the Oppy Routes.
Oppy won awards in the Tour De France, Olympic Games and held many world records in cycling.
Each route is marked with Oppy Route markers and has fingerboard signs to indicate the distance to the nearest shopping centre or train station.
- Oppy Route 1 – 14km
- Oppy Route 2 – 25km
- Oppy Route 3 – 36km.
Find our Oppy Routes using our interactive Google Map or see the Oppy Route Map.
Children's traffic park
Council provides a free bicycle education training area at Marie Wallace Bayswater Park where parents can teach their children about road rules.
Kids can bring their bikes, scooters or trikes to learn road rules and ride safely in a mini circuit with a seating area nearby for parents or guardians.
The track contains a loopy design in a miniature road like environment with traffic measures such as working traffic lights, footpaths, pedestrian crossings and other signage.
Mountain biking
The closest mountain bike trails are at Lysterfield Park. Trails suit all skill levels and include:
- tight single tracks
- technical rocky sections
- high speed descents
The park was used in the 2006 Commonwealth Games.
Knox also has BMX tracks and pump tracks in some parks.
BMX
Knox is home to an excellent BMX Track in Knoxfield. The track is an extensive off-road facility over 300m long.
The track hosts competitions, training and caters to all rider abilities.
Knox also has two skate and BMX parks:
Emergency markers 
Emergency markers are on shared paths where street addresses are hard to find. If you need to call 000, quote the marker's reference number so emergency services can locate you.
Bike repair stations
There are 13 bike repair stations in Knox. Each station includes a pump and basic tools for minor maintenance on your bike.
You can find bike repair stations at:
- Acacia Road, Kings Park
- Blind Creek Lane, Wantirna South
- Colchester Reserve, Boronia
- Collier Reserve, Wantirna South
- Fairpark Reserve, Ferntree Gully
- Knox Skate and BMX Park, Knoxfield
- Lewis Park, Wantirna South
- Liberty Reserve, Rowville
- Marie Wallace Reserve, Bayswater
- Power Road, Bayswater
- The Basin Triangle, The Basin
- Tim Neville Arboretum, Ferntree Gully
- Wally Tew Reserve, Ferntree Gully.
Find your nearest bike repair station
Learn more about using bike repair stations.
Parking your bike
Options for parking your bike in Knox:
Cycling groups
Active cycling groups in Knox include:
- Rowville Riders
- University of the Third Age (U3A)
- Knox BMX
- Wheel Women Australia
- Lysterfield District Trail Riders
- Knox Bicycle Touring Club
'She Rides' is a Cycling Australia initiative that offers introductory riding programs for women. Visit the Ride Nation Facebook page for programs.
Need help?
Email [email protected] and we will come back to you.
Or call our Traffic and Transport team on 9298 8000
