Mount Cook Summit
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Matt Wallace © Queensland Government
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Mount Cook Summit
Highlights
Mount Cook is the perfect place for an exciting adventure in Cooktown! Standing tall at 431 metres, this mountain offers a challenging hike with spectacular views from the top. You’ll see the town, Annan River, and even the Great Barrier Reef! The three-kilometre climb is well worth the effort for explorers who love nature and a bit of history.
Fun fact: The mountain’s name honours Captain James Cook, the famous explorer who charted Australia’s coastline!
Things to do
- Hiking
- Bird watching
- Walking
More info & what's here
- Car park
- Lookout
What You Need To know
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.
- 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: Matt Wallace © Queensland Government
Location
Getting to Mount Cook Summit
Address: Mount Cook Summit, Cooktown, Queensland 4895
Email: qpws@des.qld.gov.au
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