Ride on 22/1/2021
Our last ‘unofficial’ ride for the summer hols was along the Mullum Mullum Creek, passing through some lovely forest, listening to the birds sing (okay, some squawked), and the creek bubbling along. We had a bit of discussion about where exactly the ride takes us and concluded that for much of the way the creek forms the border between Park Orchards and Donvale. This explains the size of the houses near the trail.
Last time we rode this trail, we noticed Beasley's Nursery and Tea Rooms and decided to try this out for our cuppa. With 19 of us, I booked in advance so that we didn't get that slight expression of panic when we rocked up. This is a great addition to our list of OYB approved cafe stops.
The ride continued and we were soon off the nice bitumen Mullum Trail and onto the Main Yarra Trail ready to check out the final burble of the Mullum Mullum Creek as it meets the Yarra. Here a small group split off ready to head home along the Main Yarra Trail. For the main party, a short section of gravel took us to the Diamond Creek Trail. Back on the bitumen we rode for a few kilometres to Eltham Station and the train ride home. Uh oh, the ride continued when a police operation lead to all but two of us abandoning the train at Fairfield and riding home.
Penny.