Mount Edwards

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Mount Edwards (KML)

This hiking track takes you to the summit of Mt Edwards, the taller, conical-shaped peak beside Moogerah Dam. This trail crosses the dam wall then leads to the top the mountain with an elevation gain of almost 500m to really get your heart pumping. There is a lookout part-way up the track with views of Little Mt Edwards/Reynolds Creek below the dam wall, while the lookout at the summit faces north-east towards Brisbane and the Fassifern Valley.

Officially listed as Grade 5/Very Hard difficulty (unsigned trail, loose/rocky surface, some tree falls/overgrown sections + steep incline), this trail is suitable for walkers with a moderate-high fitness level who are confident and well prepared (wear appropriate shoes, take plenty of water etc.).

Lookouts

Swimming

Picnic Facilities

BBQ

Toilets

Scrambling or Climbing

No Dogs Permitted

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631m

Maximum Elevation

521m

Total Climb

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Getting there

Follow the Cunningham Highway towards Aratula. Follow the signs to Moogerah Dam by turning onto Charlwood Rd, then right onto Lake Moogerah Rd. Continue for 2.7km then turn right onto Moogerah Connection Rd toward Fred Haigh Park. Park near the dam wall. Note: The roads to Moogerah Dam are sealed and suitable for 2WD, but they are also winding, busy at peak holiday times and often have water damage/livestock crossing on the road - take care.

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Route/Trail notes

Walk across the dam wall and up a flight of steps to find the beginning of the track. The track is unsigned but well-used so it is clear to follow without a map. The hike to the summit can be divided into three parts. The first part is gradual rise to a rocky slab with good views of Little Mt Edwards and the gorge between them containing Reynolds Creek - be careful near cliff edges. The second section is steep, with larger boulders forming natural steps and lots of loose rocks so care is needed. The final stretch to the summit is a gradual rise again for about 600m, where the path may be overgrown with lantana. Once at the top you can explore left and right for different lookouts offering many vantage points (towards Brisbane - no view of the dam).

Permits/Costs

No costs required

Other References

http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/parks/moogerah-peaks/about.html#Mount_Edwards_summit

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GPS Tracks

Mount Edwards (KML)

Comments

Nice hike! Bit intense with some steep inclines. Took me 1hr to to get to the top and that was a slow-ish steady pace with some short breaks in between. Beautiful views around a 1/4 of the walk when you climb over a rocky area, as well as at the top. I did it in my runners, but proper hiking shoes would be much better.
Kat on 21 Jul, 2020

Foggy day buy was a airy peacefulness 🥰
Jemma on 12 Jul, 2020

Easy walk with kids.
Leanne Loch on Jul, 2020

Fantastic views from the summit.
Track has many large/high steps and is covered in loose scree/cobbles.
3.5 hour return trip for our group today with many stops to catch our breath and/or admire the views.
Very enjoyable.
Mark on 26 Jun, 2020

A constant slog up hill with very little scenery to enjoy during pauses. Summit views not particularly rewarding due to the amount of trees. But good for exercise.
Monstar on 20 Jun, 2020

Not too sure if I’m really unfit or if this walk should be classified as hard... Well worth the jelly legs at the summit with beautiful 180 degree views. The view from the dam wall was impressive.
Kayla on 8 Jun, 2020

Quite a nice walk bit steep in a couple of places. Probably not the best walk on a really hot day. Only a 180 degree views at the top.
ian parker on 21 Mar, 2020

Need to go to Moogerah Peaks National Park in Google Maps to find Haigh Park and the carpark next to the dam. Pleasant hike. Food at the Dam Cafe was delicious.
Whicheverway on 15 Mar, 2020

We left at 7:40am - it was pretty warm by 9:00am when we reached the top - we would leave earlier next time. We needed a few breathers in the second half - it’s a steep trek. But worth it for the gorgeous views.
jpcleary on 2 Feb, 2020

I can see what people mean by gruelling. Ugh. We started at 5:15pm and summited at about 6:20. Beautiful breeze at the top but be prepared for the second kilometre to kick your butt. My fitness is admittedly a bit low as I'm coming off a leg injury, possibly not the best return-to-hiking hike. The view across the dam wall at the end was gorgeous after sunset though. We had a bit of a moment worrying we'd be shut in as the sign says "public access to dam wall 5:30am - 6:30pm" but we exited around 7 and the gate was open. Probably a better winter hike than summer hike!
sarasvati on 4 Jan, 2020

New Years Eve hike with the family- they're right about the heart pumping! Great hike but tough on the little ones... the views are stunning
Ozzie J on 31 Dec, 2019

Sheer steep hike from hell!!!
Anonymous on 19 Oct, 2019

49 minutes up, 30 minutes down
JakeTheHiker1 on 3 Jul, 2019

Completed with a 5 and 7 year old - well worth the up hill push.
James Watkins on 2 Jul, 2019

Did this with my 7 year old, nice day to be out.
90 minutes up and 70 minutes down
andre on 29 Jun, 2019

Amazing views at the the summit, bit of cardio required but was doing it quite briskly. Highly recommend!
Karshing on 29 Jun, 2019

Steep walk that was well marked (track with steps etc) views from top spectacular
Travlinon on 22 Jun, 2019

We were going to do mount Greville for sunrise but could not navigate to the correct area so we did mount edwards instead! Steady incline the whole way up but was worth it at the top! Couldn’t see anything going up as it was still dark but good to see everything on the way down! Nice quick hike would do it again
Nikki B on 16 Jun, 2019

Surprised to pass at least 3 different walkers in thongs. Not sure how they went with the rocky bits. The ascent, which took under an hour, got the heart racing and I needed a shirt change at the summit. Not much to see while climbing, but various views through trees at the peak were wonderful.
Bing Vandergraaf on 15 Jun, 2019

Fairly consistent climb up, good track with some loose stones for the middle third- but not slippery. Nice views from the top. The dam is also very scenic.
Ross on 12 May, 2019