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Mt Ossa

Central Highlands

Grade 5 Mixed 🟡 Moderate navigation

1,617 mElevation

550 mProminence

14 kmDistance

6–8 hrsEst. time

600 mElevation gain

About

Tasmania's highest peak, rising above Cradle Mountain–Lake St Clair NP.

TrailheadPelion Hut (Overland Track)

Best seasonNov–Apr

Track type🟡 Mixed

Navigation🟡 Moderate

Rock typeDolerite

GradeGrade 5 (source: Parks Tasmania)

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

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