The Rattler Rail Trail is a 19 km (12 mi) rail trail which joins onto the southern end of the ''

Riesling Trail The Riesling Trail is a long walking and cycling track located in the Clare Valley, South Australia. Established for recreational purposes, it runs between Auburn and Clare, passing through several towns and villages along the way, including ...

'' at Auburn,

South Australia South Australia (commonly abbreviated as SA) is a state in the southern central part of Australia. It covers some of the most arid parts of the country. With a total land area of , it is the fourth-largest of Australia's states and territories ...

. Following the route of the former Spalding railway line, the trail takes its name from the rattling old train that used to ply the route. The Rattler Rail Trail passes through farming land as it wends its way to Riverton via Rhynie. Bike hire is available in the town of Auburn. The Riesling Trail and Rattler Trail combine to create a walking/cycling trail over in length, through the heart of the

Clare Valley wine region Clare may refer to: Places Antarctica * Clare Range, a mountain range in Victoria Land Australia * Clare, South Australia, a town in the Clare Valley * Clare Valley, South Australia Canada * Clare (electoral district), an electoral district * Cl ...

and the rich farming land of the

Mid North The Mid North is a region of South Australia, north of the Adelaide Plains and south of the Far North and the outback. It is generally accepted to extend from Spencer Gulf east to the Barrier Highway, including the coastal plain, the southern ...

of South Australia, giving a unique and rewarding experience.

References

External links

Rattler Rail Trail - Rail Trails Australia
{{DEFAULTSORT:Rattler Rail Trail Cycling in South Australia Rail trails in Australia Cycleways in South Australia Mid North (South Australia)