Lilydale to Warburton Rail Trail
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With a backdrop of mountains, including the Dandenong and Yarra Ranges, this 38km trail passes through highly scenic landscapes that follow the Yarra River valley. Built in 1901, the railway line from Warburton once carried produce to Melbourne and delivered tourists to the area on the return trip. Today it is an exciting trail ride or series of short walks. Look out for kangaroos, bird life and spring wildflowers between Lilydale and Mt Evelyn, and butterflies and tree ferns on the way to Wandin. Stop off at the old railway station at Yarra Junction, now a pioneer museum, before taking in the magnificent views of the Central Highlands and Yarra Ranges National Park along the section to Wesburn, where you can relax at the Sam Knott Hotel (licenced 1863). From here it's another 5km to Warburton, a popular retreat and the end of the trail. Cycling the trail takes approximately three hours one way, on a good flat track. Or stop en route at the region's great cafes, pubs, wineries, restaurants and hotels. |
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