Mount Ngungun (pronounced 'noo noo')but generally known as "Gun Gun" is a very popular hike due to its relative ease and fantastic views. Traditional owners have asked that this mountain not be climbed.

A well defined graded track with some steep sections. The track begins in open forest with a fern understory. Part way up the mountain, there is a great view of Mt Tibrogargan as the track passes a small rock overhang. The summit provides spectacular close-up views of nearby Mt Tibrogargan, Mt Tibberoowuccum, Mt Coonowrin and Mt Beerwah.

Lookouts
Bird Watching
No Dogs Permitted
No Camping Permitted
Rainforest
259m
Maximum Elevation
200m
Total Climb

Getting there:

Follow Steve Irwin Way to the Glasshouse Mountains Township. Follow the road to the west over the railway lines and turn left into Coonowrin Road at the T junction. Then turn right into Fullertons Road just after the State School and along this road to the car park at the base of the mountain.

 

 

Maps:

Glass House Mountains Walking Tracks

Route/Trail notes:

A graded path starts from the sign post and information board. Follow the path, which switch backs up the hill till you reach a steep, loose, rocky gully, requiring big steps or light scramble/rock hop up. When you reach the top, it's a good place to have a rest, picnic and the view.

Return by retracing your steps.

Permits/Costs:

None.

Other References/Comments:

None provided.

Comments

Loved this. Felt it after for the next few days though. Nice gradual climb and such a fabulous view at the top

Anne Lowery on 3 Jul, 2018

4th bushwalk - uphill the whole way but only a short distance so not too bad.

Pokey and Sunshine Do Australia on 2 Jul, 2018

there was absolutely amazing

Piangrawin on 1 Jul, 2018

Great walk for all abilities as it offers great views of the surrounding area while being very achievable, even for those with low fitness levels.

I went up Ngunngun with a small group after tackling Mt Beerwah (the original plan was to do Tibrogargan after Beerwah - considering the slog we had on Beerwah, discretion was seen as the better part of valor and we chose Ngungun instead 8 - ]).

Well worth doing if you are not capable or don't want to take on the its bigger siblings. Nice shady walk up to a great view, round trip was probably an hour with a short stop at the top for some happy snaps. Always plenty of people here with tons of kids on the track which is nice to see.

In summary: Worth doing for the view, can accommodate all fitness levels and can be done in a hurry if you want to zip off to the beach aftwards.

Matty Vee on Jul, 2018

Took the whole family up for sunrise. Was quite crowded but worth it. Kids had no trouble (6 + 8 yo) but Nan and Pop struggled a bit with the climb.

Richard Mason on 23 Jun, 2018

Nice walk, kid friendly depending on their ability to climb to the top. Its suitable for all fitness levels. Very nice views :)

Alex on 11 Jun, 2018

Did 5 trips up and down this track on the one day, a great walk plenty of families and small children.
Well defined track.
Would love to do this one again!

Juanita on 10 Jun, 2018

Trekked up and down 6 times in a row for Kokoda Trail training.

Steve on 10 Jun, 2018

Trekked up and down 6 times in a row for Kokoda Trail training.

Steve on 10 Jun, 2018

Kokoda Training

Juanita on 10 Jun, 2018

Kokoda Training

Juanita on 10 Jun, 2018

Kokoda Training

Juanita on 10 Jun, 2018

Kokoda Training

Juanita on 10 Jun, 2018

Kokoda Training

Juanita on 10 Jun, 2018

Second time up this mountain and I loved it! Left really early with a head torch and was able to see the stars before the sun rose which was stunning. Steep climb but highly recommend it!

AmyKT on Jun, 2018

Very busy but nice quick walk. Doesnt take 3 hours as stated, would avoid in the wet!

Ben Knight on Jun, 2018

Very nice walk with great views. The cave is pretty cool. Suitable for families just watch the kids once you get to the top
Recommend this one

Richard Williams on 26 May, 2018

Nice little walk with some great views. We probably made a mistake by going on Mothers Day. Track littered with kids and mums in active wear. Mt Cootha would have been less busy! Took some tourists up it, they enjoyed the views.

Scott on 13 May, 2018

Great hike, cave was good to have a look around also has a great view of the coast, would recommend to everyone!

Caleb J. Stanton on 12 May, 2018

We were dropped off at the start of this track and collected later by Shona and Shane Olsen. Great short climb with 360 views. Well worth the effort.

Maxine K Stringer on 9 May, 2018

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