Rainforest Gallery

Two friends walking along the Rainforest Gallery trail in the Yarra Ranges National Parkl

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Rainforest Gallery

Yarra Ranges National Park

Set in a cool temperate rain forest this elevated platform is perched 15 metres above the forest floor and allows visitors to take in the beauty of the towering Mountain Ash and ancient Myrtle Beech trees, some which are estimated to be over 400 years old.

The 40-metre-long platform is fully accessible from the carpark. There is also a set of approximately 100 stairs that will lead you along a 20 min walk on an elevated walkway. This walk offers multiple viewing areas amongst the forest, where you can pause and enjoy the sounds of Cement Creek flowing past on its journey to the Yarra River.

Things to do

A family take in the view of the Yarra Ranges from the elevated platform at Mt Donna Buang.

Mount Donna Buang

At an elevation of 1.2km, the summit features a lookout tower which offers panoramic views over Melbourne, the Yarra Valley, Dandenong and Cathedral Ranges, Mount Baw Baw and the Alps. It's a great picnic spot and starting point for walks on the mountain.
Ferns in the Yarra Ranges National Park.

Badger Weir

Badger Weir Picnic Area is the perfect place to enjoy a picnic or barbecue. Visitors can enjoy fresh mountain air and forest walks passing through ancient fern gullies, across clear mountain streams and meandering among mighty Mountain Ash.
Man wearing a khaki shirt, red cap and red backpack looking up at the trees.

Cambarville Picnic Area

Enjoy a peaceful day out at Cambarville Picnic Area and explore Cora Lynn Falls along the Cambarville Circuit Walk.
Ferns in the background and a body of water with rocks in the foreground.

Keppel Falls

On your Lady Talbot Drive adventure, take a break at Keppel Falls.
The green ferns and mountain ash that line the roads of the black spur.

Picnic areas in Yarra Ranges National Park

There are several designated picnic areas within the Yarra Ranges National Park including Donnellys Weir, Dom Dom Saddle, Fernshaw and Badger Weir Picnic Areas.

How to get there

Rainforest Gallery

Located within the Yarra Ranges National Park, Rainforest Gallery can be accessed via Donna Buang Road and is only a 10-minute drive from Warburton on the way to Mt Donna Buang summit.

The Rainforest Gallery is a 1 hour 35 minute drive from Melbourne’s CBD.

How to get there

When you're there

Download the Yarra Ranges Visitor Guide for more information about the park and a map.

When to go

The shaded forests and thick canopies can make this location several degrees cooler than it is in Melbourne. Refreshing mountain streams.

Need to know

Rainforest Gallery

Accessibility

Visiting a park can be more of a challenge for people with disabilities, however in Victoria there are a wide range of facilities to help people of all abilities enjoy our wonderful parks around the state.

Assistance dogs are welcome in Parks Victoria parks and reserves. Entry requirements apply for parks and reserves that are usually dog prohibited, such as national parks.

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.

  • Cambarville Picnic Area (Yarra Ranges National Park)

    Partial walking track closure on Cumberland Circuit walk (South of Woods Point Road)

    There is a partial closure in place on the Cumberland Circuit walk due to hazardous tree fall risk south of Woods Point Rd (see map attached) 

    Attachments: Cambarville_A4_0412 (1,190KB)

    Cambarville toilet block closed until further notice

    Cambarville toilet block is closed until further notice due to water supply issues and structural problems 

  • Dom Dom Saddle Picnic Area (Yarra Ranges National Park)

    Dom Dom Saddle Picnic Area - Toilet Closure

    Dom Dom Saddle Picnic Area toilets are permanently closed and will be removed in their entirety at a later date.
    The nearest toilets are at Fernshaw Picnic ground.

  • Yarra Ranges National Park

    O'Shannassy Aqueduct Trail - Dee Road Trestle Bridge Closed

    The Dee Road Trestle Bridge has been closed for public safety
    Subsequently, the O'Shannassy Aqueduct Trail now terminates at the bridge near the Dee Road Picnic Ground.
    Parks Victoria recommends accessing the western section of the trail from the Dee Road Picnic Ground in Millgrove and the eastern section from the Yuonga Road Picnic Ground in Warburton. Please plan your visit accordingly.

    Works to provide continued access to the trail are being investigated. For more information and to receive updates on the O'Shannassy Aqueduct Trail Dee Slip Bridge project, refer to the Projects page on this website https://www.parks.vic.gov.au/projects/melbourne-region/oshannassy-aqueduct-trail-dee-slip-bridge-project.

  • Notices Affecting Multiple Sites

    10 Mile Toilets Temporarily Closure

    The 10 mile toilets on Mount Donna Buang is temporally closed due to vandalism
    There are alternative toilets located at the summit, 3 km up the road, following Donna Buang rd. 
    We apologise for any inconvenience

  • 10 Mile Turntable (Yarra Ranges National Park)

    Donna Buang - 10 Mile Toilets temporary closed

    The toilets at 10 Mile (Donna Buang) are temporary closed due to vandalism. 
    Alternative toilets are located 3 km up the Donna Buang road, at the summit.
    Apology for any inconvenience

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