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Summary
Mt Barney with it's two peaks (Mount Barney East at 1,351m and Mount Barney West at 1,354m) is the highest peak in Mount Barney National Park, and one of the most popular bushwalks in South-East Queensland. Other peaks in Mount Barney National Park include Mount Maroon (967m), Mt May (836m), Mt Clunie (1155m). Many of the walks in the park are rated "hard" and require some experience and route-finding skills. The Lower and Upper Portals are also popular day-walks.
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Features
What are the standout bushwalking features?
Access
No public access. Car access via Rathdowney. Multiple Mount Barney summit routes start at Yellowpinch carpark.
Maps
1:25K Mt Lindesay topographical map
Accommodation
Mount Barney Lodge Country Retreat is close to the Park. There are multiple camping spots, both car-accessible and more remote sites (booking required and fee applies)
Camping
Camp sites must be booked and a small fee applies – you can do this on-line via the Queensland National Parks Booking Service. You’ll be able to print a Camping Tag to attach to your tent.
Other
Mount Barney summit trip report - https://hikingtheworld.blog/2018/07/08/mount-barney/
Contact details
https://parks.des.qld.gov.au/parks/mount-barney/about.html