Bullarto can be explored through two main themes: its historic railway and trails through Wombat Forest. This combination offers a practical starting point when choosing where to stay. Would you like to focus on the railway and its heritage, or plan a hike as well as a train ride? Bullarto Station is 747.4 metres above sea level and is currently Victoria’s highest railway station. The Bullarto Gallery and routes associated with Bullarto Reservoir add art and landscape to the railway focus.

Rail journey and station precinct

The Daylesford Railway offers regular services and heritage train excursions. Its scenic nine-kilometre route climbs uphill to Bullarto. Before reaching Bullarto Station, it passes through open farmland and Wombat State Forest. The succession of farmland and forest makes the journey itself part of the railway experience. For a specific trip, check the current timetable so you can coordinate the train journey with your travel dates.

At the station, visitors can enjoy an immersive 1930s railway experience. Earlier work to redevelop Bullarto Station included building replicas and historical displays. These features give the station’s historical focus a tangible form. The Van Goods Shed at Bullarto Station is used as a venue for weddings and events, providing another connection to the station precinct.

Art at the Bullarto Gallery

The Bullarto Gallery offers a different cultural focus. It showcases the artistic work of Phillip Edwards and is connected to his working studio and workshop. Visitors can see how new works are created in the adjoining studio and workshop. The art experience therefore includes both Edwards’ work and a glimpse of where it is created. If art is important to you alongside railway history, you can include the gallery as a separate focus in your travel plans.

Walking trails and wayfinding

Two routes offer different points of reference for outdoor activities. The Leitches Creek Springs Walk includes Bullarto and Bullarto Reservoir as points of interest; its route passes through bushland in Wombat Forest and the hamlet of Bullarto. The Quartz Track ends at Bullarto Reservoir Reserve. So, Bullarto and the reservoir are points of interest on the Springs Walk, while the reservoir reserve marks the endpoint of the Quartz Track. This distinction helps you choose a walk based on its connections to local places and landscapes.

Public toilets are available at Bullarto Reservoir. Check before your visit to confirm the facility is still available. Before going for a walk, also check current access and trail conditions.

When choosing accommodation, you can first decide whether the railway, gallery or trails in Wombat Forest will be the main focus of your stay. This helps you choose what to explore in Bullarto based on your interests, without committing to a fixed itinerary.

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