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kingt559
Traralgon, Australia46 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
When we finally found this forest we were blown away. As you enter there is an unbelievable silence beneath the redwood canopy. The careers of this forest have kept it very clean and fallen branches have been made into giant nests. The stroll through the trees down to the creek was certainly the highlight to our day.
Written January 13, 2020
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Romeish Kelaart
3 contributions
Mar 2020
It was indeed a day trip from Cranbourne East for us and worth of all walking from main street as it was a packed day with cars. was blown away by those majestic trees and scenic view it provides 360 deg to naked eye. utter silence in that very place can devour your feelings the moment you step in to the middle of those giants. Peacefulness in one word
Written April 15, 2020
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Louicacba
Melbourne, Australia141 contributions
Mar 2020 • Family
This is a lovely spot and well worth the short drive out of Warburton. Inside the ‘forest’ of redwoods it feels a little bit other-worldly and it is quite beautiful. Plenty of photo opportunities and the giant nests are a great attraction. Be aware that the road in here is tight and rough - you can certainly do it in a family car but you need to take care. It can also be quite busy (certainly was when we were there) so have some patience on the narrow road with oncoming vehicles and also in the carpark where it can be quite tight.
Written March 9, 2020
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1TraveltheWorld
Alice Springs, Australia12,285 contributions
Apr 2022
A spectacular place for a day trip from Melbourne and a very short drive after visiting Warburton.
Beautiful scenery and a great variety of photographic opportunities abound.
This small forest of towering Sequoia redwood trees, is planted among Radiata pine and the natural bush setting that surrounds the plantation.
Information boards are available if you want to learn the history of the planting.
There are several well-marked trails, picnic spots and a walk along Cement creek as it snakes its way from Mt. Donna Buang and merges with the Yarra River at the edge of the park.
Although being open 24 hours there are however, only 100 parking spots that fill up very quickly over busy holiday times and weekends.
Arrive early to ensure you get a parking spot.
There is also a one-way bridge crossing to the parking area that makes it that little bit more congested.
Be aware, there are no toilet facilities and ensure you take your rubbish with you.
Beautiful scenery and a great variety of photographic opportunities abound.
This small forest of towering Sequoia redwood trees, is planted among Radiata pine and the natural bush setting that surrounds the plantation.
Information boards are available if you want to learn the history of the planting.
There are several well-marked trails, picnic spots and a walk along Cement creek as it snakes its way from Mt. Donna Buang and merges with the Yarra River at the edge of the park.
Although being open 24 hours there are however, only 100 parking spots that fill up very quickly over busy holiday times and weekends.
Arrive early to ensure you get a parking spot.
There is also a one-way bridge crossing to the parking area that makes it that little bit more congested.
Be aware, there are no toilet facilities and ensure you take your rubbish with you.
Written April 25, 2022
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Bex B
Melbourne, Australia81 contributions
Dec 2020 • Friends
Dumbest thing I've ever heard saying you cant social distance in a forest. There's big flashing VMS boards in Warburton but because of where we stayed we missed them and showed up only to find the car park blocked off. I had to google to find the articles about why.
Written December 6, 2020
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Jayemem
4 contributions
Jun 2022
1st time visit. Grandkids had a ball hiding in and out of these trees. They are planted in straight lines so we eventually found our way out to car park (just nowhere near car)
The light dapples through the leaves while birds can be heard but not seen. In the general area there are Lyre birds but I wasn’t lucky enough to spot (too slow to see when someone else spotted them).
The river was running fast due to recent early snow. Became a bit slippery nearby, so take care.
It was a great experience with family but also as a retreat.
The light dapples through the leaves while birds can be heard but not seen. In the general area there are Lyre birds but I wasn’t lucky enough to spot (too slow to see when someone else spotted them).
The river was running fast due to recent early snow. Became a bit slippery nearby, so take care.
It was a great experience with family but also as a retreat.
Written December 31, 2022
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Harry.B
Wales, MA3 contributions
Dec 2020
Been looking out for when this forest is open.. It’s opening times are restricted due to covid apparently, yet pubs and restaurants are open and allow people in close proximity.. hmmm how does the maths work out on this one? Can’t even go for a walk around the beautiful nature, instead we’re confined to the commercialised areas which maybe aren’t as magical as this forest would have been. Shame.
Written December 11, 2020
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Dani McGowan
Sydney, Australia118 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
We took a day trip out to Warburton from Melbourne to get some fresh air and enjoy some time in nature.
The forest is quite amazing, the trees are huge and very impressive. Take a wander through the bushland and along the river.
We took a packed lunch and sat on the bank with only the sounds of the bubbling water and birds in the trees.
A fantastic way to reset and let nature help you rejuvenate.
Not far from the La La falls walk which takes about an hour round trip. We did both in the one day it was a fantastic day out.
No bathrooms there so stop in town. A lot quieter during the week!
The forest is quite amazing, the trees are huge and very impressive. Take a wander through the bushland and along the river.
We took a packed lunch and sat on the bank with only the sounds of the bubbling water and birds in the trees.
A fantastic way to reset and let nature help you rejuvenate.
Not far from the La La falls walk which takes about an hour round trip. We did both in the one day it was a fantastic day out.
No bathrooms there so stop in town. A lot quieter during the week!
Written March 31, 2020
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Felixjiabo
4 contributions
Jan 2021 • Family
Best place to escape away the urban crowd.
Best place for a good mind mediation.
Best place for photo shooting.
Best place for family picnic
The peak time is after 12pm. People is arriving more and more. Suggest to arrive earlier if you would like to take the photo without have somebody in the background
Best place for a good mind mediation.
Best place for photo shooting.
Best place for family picnic
The peak time is after 12pm. People is arriving more and more. Suggest to arrive earlier if you would like to take the photo without have somebody in the background
Written January 7, 2021
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travelling_hershey
Melbourne, Australia30 contributions
Feb 2020 • Family
We visited redwood forest as a young family. The road to the carpark is rough but not impossible to drive on. We did see smaller cars making it up the terrible drive.
Best to visit when it's moderate weather and not raining.
You could easy let the kids explore between the trees and the twig nests.
The small creek at the back of the forest is calming too.
There is an opportunity to spread out a picnic rug and enjoy some quiet time.
We would visit here again.
Note: there are no Toilets, picnic tables or bbq areas available so plan ahead
Best to visit when it's moderate weather and not raining.
You could easy let the kids explore between the trees and the twig nests.
The small creek at the back of the forest is calming too.
There is an opportunity to spread out a picnic rug and enjoy some quiet time.
We would visit here again.
Note: there are no Toilets, picnic tables or bbq areas available so plan ahead
Written February 24, 2020
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Victoria F
4 contributions
Hi, with the Cement Creek Road Bridge closed, what is the closest access point via foot? I'm walking/riding with a 5year old so ideally under 5km. Thanks!
Rajiv
Johor Bahru, Malaysia1 contribution
Are they day trip tour from Melbourne? I’ll be there in late August. Dont want to rent a car .
Tq
catkid3
Victoria, Australia148 contributions
I'm not aware of any day trips at the moment sorry! You can get public transport though - make your way to the Lilydale train line and get off at Lilydale Station to catch the 683 bus as that runs to Warburton. Only downside is that this method will take about 3 hours. Sorry I can't be more helpful!
Is the road to get there rough? we drive a 11 seater Toyota Hiace
Marcusact
Canberra178 contributions
I agree with the other answers
Can you walk your dogs at Redwood forest
mnsward
Honolulu, HI6 contributions
No, nodogs allowed. It's a national park. (Refer the website)
James mcnab
1 contribution
Is it wheelchair accessible?
AllanJane_11
Melbourne, Australia419 contributions
As others have said the Carpark would be ok for someone in a wheelchair. Accessing the forest would be more challenging, the floor of the forest is covered by pine needles,. There maybe a place on the grassy flat side of the forest where you could access
Crazydoglady
Sydney, Australia10 contributions
Are dogs allowed?
Leslie N
Craigieburn, Australia92 contributions
No there is a sign that says no dogs allowed
elizakanthony
Melbourne, Australia
How far is this walk in kms?? A round trip there and back??
Jan B
52 contributions
The difficulty is finding the forest. I think it is a short way down Cement Creek Road and you have to look well for the road sign. When you get there it is only a very short walk, depending how far you want to walk into the trees.Well worth going to. I think there is another smaller forest closer to town.
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