This scenic drive, featuring several attractions along the Taggerty River, was named after the wife of Sir Reginald Talbot, Governor of Victoria from 1903 to 1908. It is seasonally closed, so check before you visit.
To really appreciate the sights, sounds and smells of the ancient rainforest, stop for a picnic along the way or take one of the scenic walks. There's a pretty good chance you'll see a lyrebird scratching in the undergrowth - or hear them micmicking the cries of other birds.
The Beeches Rainforest Walk is a loop that starts at Taggerty Cascades before meandering through Myrtle Beech and Mountain Ash woodland. Stop for lunch at the Beeches Picnic Area.
Phantom Falls and Keppel Falls are also worth stopping to see along the way. Waterfalls and lyrebirds are best seen after wet weather, so this is a great trip to undertake during or after rainy weather.
Lady Talbot Drive is closed until further notice. Check change of conditions below for details.
Things to do in the area
BBQ
Bird watching
Day trips
Long drives
Picnics
Wildlife viewing
How to get there
Lady Talbot Drive
When you're there
Along the 24km stretch of road, there are a number of cascades or falls. From Marysville, you'll come to Phantom Falls first followed by Keppel Falls. These are very short walks from their carparks. For a longer walk, stop at Taggerty Cascades or The Beeches Picnic Area and do the Beeches Rainforest Walk.
Download the Yarra Ranges - Lady Talbot Drive, Cambarville and Lake Mountain visitor guide before your visit.
Need to know
Lady Talbot Drive
Accessibility
Change of Conditions
Nature being nature, sometimes conditions can change at short notice. It’s a good idea to check this page ahead of your visit for any updates.
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Notices Affecting Multiple Sites
Lady Talbot Drive Closure
Lady Talbot Drive will remain closed while hazardous tree works are conducted and asset rectification works (damaged bridges, platforms and walking tracks) are assessedThis change of condition note will be updated when reopening dates are finalised. -
Yarra Ranges National Park
Walking Track Closure - Dom Dom Saddle to Mt Donna Buang
The Dom Dom Saddle to Mt Donna Buang walking track between Morleys Tk and Mt Vinegar will be closed from Saturday 21st May to Friday 27th May to conduct Fuel Management Burns associated with the upgrade to the Strategic Fuel Break on Rd8Track Closure - Donnellys Weir to Mt St Leonard Walking Track
The Donnellys Weir to Mt St Leonard Walking Track will be closed from Sunday 22nd May to Friday 27th May to conduct Fuel Management Burns associated with the upgrade to the Strategic Fuel Break on Rd11O'Shannassy Aqueduct Trail - Dee Rd Trestle Bridge Closed
The Dee Rd Trestle Bridge has been closed for public safetySubsequently, the O'Shanassy Aqueduct trail now terminates at the bridge near the Dee Rd Picnic Ground, please plan your visit accordingly. We would recommend accessing the western section of the Trail from the Dee Rd Picnic Ground (Millgrove) and the eastern section from the Yuonga Rd Picnic Ground (Warburton).Works to provide continued access to the trail are due to commence in 2022 with completion expected in 2023. -
Notices Affecting Multiple Parks
Seasonal road closures 2022
Some roads in this park are subject to seasonal road closures. Seasonal road closures generally operate from after the long weekend in June through to the end of October, but may be extended due to seasonal conditions. Visit the seasonal road closures page for maps and more information.
