doongalla picnic ground

Doongalla Homestead Picnic Ground is a peaceful and picturesque spot tucked away in the Dandenong Ranges, where the stone steps of a once-grand 32-room mansion (built in 1892 and lost to fire decades later) now lead to a beautifully maintained picnic area that feels calm, quiet and a world away from the crowds of the nearby 1000 Steps. True to its meaning, “place of peace,” Doongalla offers flat grassy spaces perfect for picnics and little legs to roam, stunning trees, sweeping mountain views and well-kept gardens that delight toddlers and adventurers alike, with two picnic levels connected by steep-but-manageable walks and nearby bush tracks like the Stables Track for those keen to explore a little further.