Mount Warrenheip

Mount Warrenheip /wɒrənˈhiːp/ (Wathawarrung: Warrengeep) is an inactive scoria volcanic cone in Victoria, Australia.

A landmark of Dunnstown, the closest town, the mountain is 9 kilometres (5.6 mi) east of the Ballarat central business district, in the locality of Warrenheip.

It experiences a climate similar to nearby Ballarat however is often a few degrees colder owing to its elevation and exposure to the wind.

The name Warrenheip originates from the Wathaurong word Warrengeep, meaning "emu's feathers" in reference to the resemblance of the fern like vegetation coverage which once covered it.

Most of the mountain is designated as a nature conservation reserve and there are a small number of koalas and wallabies in residence.

Steam traction engine, pulling three timber wagons. Engine bears the nameplate 'George' and is manufactured by John Fowler Steam Plough Works, Leeds.
Mount Warrenheip Victoria