By Derek Schlennstedt
Mount Donna Buang will again welcome for snow-seekers armed with toboggans and cameras this winter.
Situated east of Melbourne near the town of Warburton, Mount Donna Buang is just under a two-hour drive from the CBD, making it one of the closest spots for Melburnians and visitors to the city to enjoy the snow.
It’s a spectacular place to be at any time of the year but as the snow begins to fall it transforms into a wonderful winter playground.
With three different toboggan runs, a designated snow play area, barbeques, car parking, toilets and a scenic drive up to the summit, it’s a great day out for the family.
It’s important to be prepared when heading up the mountain during snow season and visitors should check the weather forecast for Mount Donna Buang before driving up.
The road conditions can change very quickly in alpine environments so it’s also really important to carry wheel chains for the drive up to the summit, which you can pick up in Warburton.
There are car parks located about 300 metres down from the summit picnic area which are used during the snow season.
For more information about Mount Donna Buang call Parks Victoria on 13 1963 or for road closure information visit the Mount Donna Buang Summit page on the Parks Victoria website, parkweb.vic.gov.au.
