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Mt Olympus

Central Highlands

Grade 4 Mixed 🟡 Moderate navigation
1,472 mElevation
521 mProminence
20 kmDistance
6–8 hrsEst. time
700 mElevation gain

About

Named for the Greek home of the gods, this substantial peak rises directly above Lake St Clair. The summit provides spectacular views down the full length of the lake and across to the Du Cane Range.

Route info

TrailheadNarcissus Hut (Lake St Clair ferry or 5 hr walk)
Best seasonNov–Apr
Track type🟡 Mixed
Navigation🟡 Moderate
Rock typeDolerite
GradeGrade 4 (source: Parks Tasmania)

Key hazards

Wildlife highlights

Grade sourced from Parks Tasmania. Distances and times are approximate — always consult current Parks Tasmania information before visiting.
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