Your Weekend Adventure Starts Here
Why Collie is the Perfect Playground for the Guys
With world-class mountain bike trails, motorsport thrills, and plenty of spots to kick back with a cold one, this is where adventure meets relaxation. Whether you’re chasing speed, scenery, or just some quality time with your mates, Collie delivers.
Highlights
- Over 120km of epic MTB trails across Wellington National Park, and Arklow networks
- Seasonal motorsport action at Collie Speedway (October – April)
- Classic Aussie local pubs
- Stargazing under the big country sky at Collie Trails Retreat
- Explore Collie’s vibrant mural trail before heading home
2.5 Days
2 Hour Drive
MTB Paradise
Day 1: Down Tools & Fire Up the Fun
Afternoon & Evening
3:00pm – Hit the Road
Knock off early and crank up the tunes for the 2-hour drive to Collie. On arrival, swing by Spry’s Meat Market for snags and grab supplies in town. Download the Wambenger Trails app for easy navigation, ready for tomorrow.
6:00pm – Check In & Chill
Settle into Collie Trails Retreat. Choose a self-contained chalet or camp under the stars. Light a campfire (BYO wood and season permitting), crack a cold one, and soak up the serenity.
7:00pm – BBQ & Poker Night
Fire up the barbie, throw on those snags, and deal the cards. Nothing beats a night of laughs and friendly rivalry under the Collie sky.
Day 2: Trails, Thrills & Big Country Feasts
Morning
8:30am – Fuel Up
Start strong with brekkie at Barn-Zee’s Burgers & Barista or the Boulevard Café.
9:00am – MTB Adventure Part 1
Head to the Wellington East MTB network in Wellington National Park and collect your hired mountain bikes from Adventure Connections.
Warm up on green trails like Lichen This and Big Dipper, then tackle blues like Dam It and Pipe n Hot. Feeling brave? Hit the blacks… Fire Tail and Black Glove will test your skills.
Afternoon
1:00pm – Lunch with a View
Grab a bite at Kiosk at the Dam and marvel at the world’s biggest dam mural.
2:00pm – MTB Adventure Part 2
Explore the Wellington West MTB network, 57km of trails winding through jarrah forest and granite outcrops. Epic views guaranteed.
Evening
5:00pm – Pub Grub & Speedway Action
Pick up a brunch box from Tailored Grazing for tomorrow, then tuck into a hearty meal at Vic Hotel.
If it’s Speedway season (October – April), catch the action at Collie Speedway.
10:00pm – Stargazing & Bevvies
Back at the retreat, kick back under the stars with a couple of cold ones. Pure bliss.
Day 3: One Last Ride or Local Culture
Morning
8:30am – Brunch & Bikes
Dig into your brunch box or pack it for the ride.
9:00am – MTB Adventure Part 3 or Collie Mural Trail
If you have brought your own bikes, then hit the Arklow MTB network for a final adrenaline rush. Try Rays Trail for old-school technical fun, or mix it up with Mornington Glory and Deadcats.
Alternatively, before heading home, grab a coffee at The Wagon and a bite from the Forrest French Hot Bread Bakery and take a wander through the streets exploring Collie’s mural trail via the Wambenger Trails app.
Ready to plan the ultimate guys weekend?
Collie has everything you need! Epic trails, motorsport thrills, and plenty of spots to relax and recharge. Start planning now and make some memories with your mates.
A tourism project initiative proudly supported by South32 Worsley Alumina.
