Bullarto: Railway, Art and Trails in Wombat Forest

Between Historic Railways, Art and Forest Trails

A scenic, nine-kilometre section of the Daylesford Railway climbs to Bullarto. Along the way, it passes through open agricultural land and Wombat State Forest before reaching Bullarto Station. The railway offers a special way to experience Bullarto: you can make the scenery along the route and the railway experience at the station the focus of your trip.

The Daylesford Railway offers regular services and trips on historic trains. Bullarto Station also gives visitors an immersive 1930s railway experience. Those interested in railway history will find a different focus here than on a walking excursion: aboard the train, the historic railway takes centre stage, while the described trails pass through bushland and the hamlet. For families looking to accommodate different interests, this range offers ideas for different discoveries—without everyone having to choose the same experience.

Art and Railway History

Bullarto Gallery showcases the artistic work of Phillip Edwards. It is connected to his working studio and workshop, where visitors can see how new work is created. This brings together a view of finished art and a glimpse into the creative process. If you would like to include culture in your trip, the Gallery is a separate destination alongside the experience of the Daylesford Railway.

The history of Bullarto Station also includes earlier design work: replicas of buildings and historical displays were created as part of a redesign. The Van Goods Shed at Bullarto Station serves as a venue for weddings and events.

Trails Through Bushland and Bullarto

The Leitches Creek Springs Walk includes Bullarto and the Bullarto Reservoir as points of interest. The route passes through bushland in Wombat Forest and through the hamlet of Bullarto. It brings the landscape and the character of the place together: you encounter both the forested surroundings and Bullarto itself. The Quartz Track offers a different landmark, ending at Bullarto Reservoir Reserve. These two trail descriptions provide different reference points for a trip where walking and the landscape play an important role.

Public toilets are available at Bullarto Reservoir. Bullarto Station is also currently Victoria’s highest railway station, at 747.4 metres above sea level. This precise elevation and the station’s location give the place a distinctive railway profile, while the trails in Wombat Forest offer a landscape perspective.

When choosing a holiday rental, you can consider which aspect of Bullarto interests you most: a ride on historic trains, art and the workshop, or trails through bushland and the hamlet.

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