Travel through the magnificent Dandenong Ranges, with lush fern gullies brushing past and Mountain Ash trees towering overhead. Puffing Billy makes for a wonderful opportunity to relax and breathe in the fresh air whilst the train makes its way through the temperate rainforest.
Belgrave to Lakeside return
1 hour each way
Allow 3.5 hours
Explore Emerald Lake Park with a range of walking tracks.
Belgrave to Menzies Creek return
25 mins each way
Allow 2 hours
Explore Menzies Creek Museum and Little Toot Cafe.
Lakeside to Gembrook return
45 mins each way
Allow 3 hours
Explore Gembrook township and its many eateries.
Belgrave to Gembrook return
1 hr 50 mins each way
Allow 6 hours
Explore Emerald Lake Park and Gembrook's many eateries.
The Puffing Billy Dog Express
50 mins each way
Allow 3 hrs
Passengers and their four-legged family members can travel on a special Lakeside to Gembrook service. The day starts at Emerald Lake Park, with plenty of walking tracks and trails for families and dogs to explore before boarding dog-friendly carriages at Lakeside Station.