Melbourne is one of Australia's great cycling cities. From the Beach Road bunch rides to the singletrack trails of the You Yangs, there are clubs for every kind of rider: road, recreational, gravel, and mountain bike. Most let you trial a few rides before joining, and annual memberships are affordable. This guide covers more than 40 mountain biking clubs across Greater Melbourne and regional Victoria, organised by area and riding style, so you can find a group close to home. One thing worth knowing: you don't need to be a seasoned rider. It's a good mix of fitness, fresh air, exploring new spots, and meeting good people. TL;DR: Quick answers Are cycling clubs in Melbourne free to join? Most clubs welcome visitors for a few trial rides at no cost. Annual memberships typically range from $50 to $150 depending on the club and whether they're affiliated with AusCycling. Some recreational and social groups are free. Are beginners welcome? Yes. Many clubs run dedicated beginner or social rides at a relaxed pace. Look for clubs with graded rides (A, B, C groups) so you can ride at your own level. Do I need a mountain bike? For MTB, you'll need a mountain bike suited to the terrain. Some clubs have specific requirements, so check before your first ride. North Melbourne Brunswick Cycling Club — road and MTB options from the inner north Sunbury Cycling Club — MTB and road cycling northwest of Melbourne Joyride Club (Kinglake) — based at Joyride MTB Park, great for developing riders Smiths Gully MTB Club — social riding in the Nillumbik area Plenty Gorge MTB — maintaining and riding the trails at Plenty Gorge East Melbourne Carnegie Caulfield Cycling Club — MTB and road, with regular MTB rides in the southeast Lysterfield MTB Club — one of Melbourne's most popular MTB destinations, active club Warrandyte MTB Club — riding the trails along the Yarra River corridor Yarra Ranges Mountain Bikers — trails through the Yarra Ranges, from Warburton to Silvan South and Bayside Red Hill Riders — social MTB rides on the Mornington Peninsula West Melbourne Westside Cycle Club (Footscray) — MTB and road options in the west You Yangs MTB Club — one of Victoria's premier MTB destinations, active trail building and riding community Regional Victoria Albury Wodonga Cycling Club — MTB and road on the border Alpine Cycling Club (Bright) — MTB trails in the Mystic Park and Mount Beauty networks Ararat Dirt Riders Ballarat Sebastopol Cycling Club — including the Canadian State Forest MTB trails Barwon Heads Cycling Club Beechworth Chain Gang — including the Beechworth MTB Park trails Bendigo MTB Club — one of regional Victoria's most active MTB communities Castlemaine Rocky Riders — trails in the Castlemaine Goldfields Club M.U.D (Ballarat) — social MTB riding in the Ballarat region Coomealla Mildura Mountain Bike Club Echuca Moama Cycling Club — Murray River trails Forrest Mountain Bike and Cycling Club — the Otways MTB hub Geelong MTB Club — rides around the You Yangs, Bellarine, and Surf Coast Gippsland MTB — trails across Gippsland, from Traralgon to the coast Goulburn Valley MTB Club Hamilton Cycling Club Mansfield Mt Buller Cycling Club — including the Buller MTB Park trails Mountain Biking East Gippsland — trails in Bairnsdale, Lakes Entrance, and surrounds Portland Cycling Club Prom Coast MTB Club — trails around Wilsons Promontory and South Gippsland Surf Coast MTB Trails (Anglesea) — Anglesea MTB Park trails Team Mount Beauty — Falls Creek and Mount Beauty trails Wangaratta Cycling Club Find Cycling Events Near You on epyic Clubs are the steady weekly rhythm. epyic is where you find what's next: group rides, gravel events, cycling tours, and community rides that go beyond the regular club calendar. Browse cycling and mountain biking events on epyic . Want to list your cycling club or events on epyic.com? Get in touch at hello@epyic.com . Frequently Asked Questions How do I find a cycling club near me in Melbourne? Use this guide and filter by area. Most clubs list their ride schedules on their website. epyic also lists MTB events across Melbourne if you want to try a group ride before joining a club. Do I need special gear to join a MTB club? For MTB: a mountain bike suited to the trail difficulty, a helmet, and gloves. Most clubs will specify any requirements on their website. Can I ride with a club if I'm not a member? Most clubs welcome visitors for a few trial rides. Some require you to sign a waiver or pay a small day fee. Check with the club before turning up to your first ride. Know a Melbourne MTB club we've missed? Get in touch at hello@epyic.com .Last updated: March 2026.
