Mt. Bartle Frere

Home | Cairns, QLD

Tourism and Events Queensland

Tourism and Events Queensland

Tourism and Events Queensland

Overview

Highlights

Add Mt. Bartle Frere summit to your Aussie Bucket List if you enjoy challenging hikes, nature and exploring the great outdoors. At a maximum elevation of 1622 metres, Mt. Bartle Frere is Queensland’s highest mountain. Part of Wooroonooran National Park in the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area, the range is covered with dense tropical rainforest, unique vegetation and wildlife, and on a clear day the summit offers views stretching from the Atherton Tablelands to the coast.

Those wishing to conquer the mighty peak can opt between two trailheads – the eastern, which leaves from Josephine Falls, 75 kilometres south of Cairns, and the western, on the Atherton Tablelands, 78 kilometres south-south-west of Cairns. Only experienced bushwalkers and those with a high level of fitness should attempt either trail.

While parts of the walk may be attempted in a day, it's recommended to camp overnight along one of the campsites which can be booked through Queensland Parks and Wildlife Services for approximately AUD6.65 per person. Trail conditions are at their best between May and October when the weather is cooler and typically drier. The track may close during parts of the wetter months of the year.

Activities

  • Hiking
  • Camping
  • Sight-seeing
  • Photography
  • Picnics

Facilities

  • Campsites
  • Walking tracks - there are numerous walking tracks to the summit from Atherton Tablelands and from Josephine Falls. Check the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service website for further information on each of the walks.

Important Information

Guidelines

  • Always do some research before heading out for your journey. Visit the parks website for up to date information on the current conditions. Ensure to check for any updates relating to any warnings that may be issued for the area, and check for the opening and closing times.
  • Tropical North Queensland is crocodile country. Be croc-wise, particularly around water.
  • Wear suitable footwear and ensure to bring a hat and sunscreen to protect yourself from the elements.
  • Plan ahead and ensure to take enough food and water for your journey.
  • Always stay on the marked tracks where possible. Never climb fences, they are there for your own safety.
  • Please consider the environment, take your rubbish with you or place in the bins provided. We want to ensure these beautiful places are still here for our future generations to enjoy.
  • Ensure to let a responsible adult know of your plans and report back into them once you have finished exploring for the day.
  • Leave nothing but footprints. Take nothing but memories.

Photo & content credits: Tourism and Events Queensland




Location & Supplier

Mt. Bartle Frere

Address: Mt. Bartle Frere, Cairns City, Queensland 4870

Proudly Supporting