Perched on the slopes of Mount Donna Buang in Victoria's lush Yarra Ranges National Park, the Warburton Rainforest Gallery, also known as the Donna Buang Rainforest Gallery, offers a serene yet immersive rainforest escape just 10 minutes from Warburton.
This engaging treetop walk comprises a 350-meter elevated route that winds through ancient mountain ash and myrtle beech giants that often reach heights of 65 meters. The canopy walkway plunges into a midstory lush with tree ferns and mosses. Unlike a typical forest stroll, the Warburton Rainforest Gallery invites you to step into another world where light dances between leaves and Cement Creek murmurs nearby.
The journey begins at an accessible 40-meter-long skywalk platform rising 15 meters above the forest floor, making it ideal for strollers, wheelchairs, and those seeking a leisurely experience without climbing. As you wander deeper, a network of stairs and boardwalks beckons you to explore, offering strategic viewing points where you can pause and absorb the quiet power of the rainforest. Begin at the canopy level, then gently descend into the understory, where fern fronds brush your knees and ancient trunks loom overhead.
This canopy walkway is more than just a stroll; it’s an opportunity to reconnect with nature’s rhythm. Native birds, such as the crimson rosella, king parrot, and lyrebird, flit through the canopy, offering glimpses of wildlife among the greenery. In autumn's mist or spring's fresh bloom, the forest transforms, bringing dramatic shifts in scent, color, and atmosphere—an experience that visitors describe as "peaceful and serene."
This hidden gem is one of only three skywalks in the state of Victoria, Australia. It is free to enter, unstaffed, and open year-round. Whether you stop to take photos or take a brisk walk, it will enrich any trip to Warburton or Mt. Donna Buang.
Although the Rainforest Gallery itself does not offer accommodations, the nearby town of Warburton has a variety of places to stay. From riverside cottages and cozy guesthouses to boutique B&Bs, Warburton is an ideal home base for exploring Mount Donna Buang and the surrounding rainforest. It's just a short drive from the treetop walk.
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