#95 of 158

Federation Peak

Southwest NP

Grade 5 Off-track 🔴 Advanced navigation Camping required

1,225 mElevation

686 mProminence

80 kmDistance

5–7 daysEst. time

1500 mElevation gain

About

One of the most remote and technically demanding peaks in Australia. The final summit block requires confident scrambling on exposed rock. The approach through the Eastern Arthur Range is a serious multi-day undertaking through some of Tasmania's wildest country.

Route info

TrailheadCockle Creek / Eastern Arthur Range approach

Best seasonDec–Mar

Track type🔴 Off-track

Navigation🔴 Advanced

Rock typeQuartzite

GradeGrade 5 (source: Parks Tasmania)

Key hazards

Exposed technical scramble on summit block
Remote location
Rapid weather change
River crossings
Multi-day commitment required

Wildlife highlights

Wedge-tailed eagle
Orange-bellied parrot (rare)
Bennett's wallaby

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