Mt Cordeaux

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Mount Cordeaux (GPX)

Mt Cordeaux forms the Northern side of Cunningham's Gap. The track ends at a platform just below the main peak and is ideal for viewing South, down the length of Main Range National Park. There are also good views of the Moogerah Peaks, Mt Barney and North to the Mistake Mountains.

National Parks signage officially lists this walk as Grade 4 difficulty (most of the track is unsealed, with hazards such as tree roots/rocks, muddy sections and occasional tree-falls across the path). Walkers with a moderate level of fitness should find this a comfortable walk and be able to complete it in under the given timeframe.

Lookouts

Bird Watching

Toilets

No Dogs Permitted

Rainforest

Eucalypt Forest

1135m

Maximum Elevation

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Getting there

From Brisbane follow the Cunningham Highway towards Cunningham's Gap. Due to road construction, hikers must park at West Gap picnic area, which is west of the gap! Then walk Box Track to the regular trailhead for Mt Cordeaux. This adds an easy 5 km to the entire hike up to Mt Cordeaux and back.

Maps

The track is clearly marked so no map is required, however the Sunmap Cunninghams Gap sheet covers the area.

Further Walks

The Mt Cordeaux track continues on to Bare Rock/Morgan's Walk and is worth the effort if you have the time. Allow 4.5 hours to complete the full track.

GPS Tracks

Mount Cordeaux (GPX)

Comments

Perfect weather during this walk. No obstacles encountered. The path to Bald Rock was a bit overgrown.
robert goh on 8 May, 2010

This morning headed up to Cunninghams Gap. Rope attached to backpack. As we progressed further up the track it was apparent that there had NOT been anyone from NPWS along the track. (Bizzare considering the Rangers Station is just past the crest carpark !!!?????) Small to Medium sized trees still lay across the track as well as plenty of vines from the last time I was up there.
We came across the fallen tree and canopy again. Time to break out the rope. I climbed up with the rope, attached it and everyone from my party proceeded to climb up. I fear before long if the NPWS doesn't clean up this corner the track will soon change course.
Along the way the track is wet so be careful while walking as the rocks/ stones can be very slippery. Don't forget to walk within sight of each other.
From the Gold mine onwards the wind is extremely strong. Watch out on the cliffside. It is, as always a great little walk to go on. Good prep for Mt. Mitchell. And due to the rain and strong wind we didn't go any further.
Hopefully before I come back to Mt. Cordeaux the fallen tree canopy is cleaned up. But just incase i'll be ready.... Today it has rained on both sides of Cunninghams Gap. Great to see the peaks covered in cloud ! What a sight.

Another day.....Another walk.....

Boris Zoubakin on 14 Mar, 2010

Walked this track just after plenty of rain. The walk was magic the mountains streams were flowing very well. Some rocks across the track and half way along a large tree has fallen across the track. People have started to cut the track to walk around it.

The most amazing views with the clouds racing up the main range and the peak of Mt. Mitchell splitting clouds in half.
Boris Zoubakin on 7 Feb, 2010

Wonderful views at the top and a bit history to catch up on along the way. An easy walk so why not carry on to Bare Rock
Anonymous on 12 Oct, 2009

good walk, nice view! cars can be noisy!
kyiee81 on 2009

It was overcast and cool, otherwise perfect day.
robert goh on 2 Jun, 2005

Awesome views at the top on the rock's edge. Beautiful.
Yasmin on 5 Apr, 1998

This walk is very enjoyable, clearly marked track, can be soft on the edges at times,very comfortable in the summer time as you meander up with a great view at the top.Be carefull at the lookout though in windy conditions.
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