Mount Kosciuszko summit
Thredbo, New South Wales
At 2,228 m the highest point on mainland Australia, reached by an easy gradient on a metal walkway. Allow about 13 km return from the top of the Thredbo chairlift, and carry layers: weather changes fast, even in summer.
- Nearest town
- Thredbo, New South Wales
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- -36.4559, 148.2636
- Editor's pick
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually January–February. Still fine, with some compromises, in March and November–December. Cold, short days in June–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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FAQs
Where is Mount Kosciuszko summit?
Mount Kosciuszko summit is in Thredbo, New South Wales, at GPS -36.4559, 148.2636.
Which road trips pass Mount Kosciuszko summit?
Mount Kosciuszko summit is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Canberra and the Snowy Mountains.
What is there to see near Mount Kosciuszko summit?
Places worth a stop nearby: Charlotte Pass (6 km), Thredbo Village (7 km), Yarrangobilly Caves and thermal pool (84 km) and Falls Creek and Bogong High Plains (99 km).
When is the best time to visit Mount Kosciuszko summit?
The most pleasant months are usually January–February. Still fine, with some compromises, in March and November–December. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)