Riding the Domino Trail: Trentham to Lyonville
There is something hauntingly beautiful about a railway reclaimed by the forest. On January 2nd, I set out to kick off 2026 by riding the Domino Rail Trail, the historic 6km link between Trentham and Lyonville. Winding through the towering Manna Gums of the Wombat State Forest, the trail is a treasure trove for anyone who loves the intersection of nature and heritage. In this post, I’m sharing a cinematic look at the journey—from the rhythmic crunch of gravel under the tires to the skeletal, rusting remains of vintage train engines. Dive into the videos and the image gallery below to see why this short stretch of track is one of Victoria’s most atmospheric rides.
Rust & Relics: A Journey Back in Time
The Domino Trail is more than just a path through the forest; it’s a living museum. This gallery captures the quiet beauty of the Wombat State Forest and the skeletal remains of the region's industrial past. From the textured iron of the abandoned carriages to the weathered sleepers of the old daylesford-carlsruhe line, these images tell the story of a railway reclaimed by nature.
The video
Experience the Domino Trail from a new perspective. This six-minute highlights reel takes you deep into the Wombat State Forest, featuring on-trail clips and exclusive drone footage of the historic Lyonville railway station as it stands today.