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New Great Southern Rail Trail website unveiled with interactive features for trail adventurers

South Gippsland and Wellington Shire Councils have launched an enhanced Great Southern Rail Trail website featuring an interactive map, town amenities, visitor info, trail history, and resources to plan your next adventure.

By news@gippsland - 11th November 2024 - Back to News

South Gippsland Shire Council in conjunction with Wellington Shire Council is thrilled to announce the launch of the new and improved Great Southern Rail Trail Website. Explore Australia's most southern mainland rail line at the tip of your fingers with the new online platform.

The new Great Southern Rail Trail website lets users explore each town's character, helping cyclists, walkers, riders, and families plan their Great Southern Rail Trail adventure

Trail website features

Key feature of the new website include:

• Interactive trail map: Choose your own adventure selecting a start and end location which allows
  users to view the distance and elevation between two towns
• Town amenities: Easily navigate the Trail with updated town amenities that highlight public toilets,
  water stations, parking, playgrounds, rest areas and more
• Frequently asked questions: Prepare for your adventure along the Great Southern Rail Trail with essential information about bike hire, pets, trail surface etc
• Visitor information: Access details about accommodation, dining options, and local services in both shires using the 'Explore' tab
• History: Learn about the rich heritage of the Trail, exploring the timeline that spans back to construction of the railway line in the 1880s

The website also gives users the opportunity to delve into the character of each town and make a well informed decision of where they would like to go.

Trail website launches

Whether you're a seasoned cyclist, a casual walker, horse rider or a family looking for a weekend adventure, the Great Southern Rail Trail website is your first stop for all things related to the Trail. Plan your next Great Southern journey at Great Southern Rail Trail website.

Kerryn Ellis, CEO South Gippsland Shire Council said, "The new Great Southern Rail Trail website is a fantastic resource for all trail users. The new features help you to plan your journey ahead of time, ensuring you can make the most of your visit to South Gippsland and Wellington Shires. I invite everyone to explore the new website and discover the adventure that awaits you along the Great Southern Rail Trail."

Pictures from Rail Trails Australia website.

Source: http://gippsland.com/

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