#135 of 158

Nescient Peak

Central Plateau

Grade 5 Off-track 🔴 Advanced navigation

1,125 mElevation

158 mProminence

20 kmDistance

6–8 hrsEst. time

350 mElevation gain

About

A remote Central Plateau summit living up to its name — little-known and requiring serious off-track navigation to reach.

TrailheadCentral Plateau eastern escarpment (remote access)

Best seasonNov–Apr

Track type🔴 Off-track

Navigation🔴 Advanced

Rock typeDolerite

GradeGrade 5 (source: The Abels (Wilkinson))

Grade sourced from The Abels (Wilkinson). Distances and times are approximate — always consult current Parks Tasmania information before visiting.

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