Mt Mitchell

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Mt Mitchell Walk (GPX)

Mt Mitchell, one of two peaks on either side of Cunningham's Gap, is a good track walk which provides great views of Main Range, the Moogerah Peaks and through to Mt Barney. There is a wide variety of biome types along the track, including luxuriant rainforest, eucalyptus forest, and montane heath, as well as impressive natural rock formations, making this an incredibly scenic walk.

Lookouts

Bird Watching

No Dogs Permitted

Rainforest

Eucalypt Forest

1174m

Maximum Elevation

424m

Total Climb

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Getting there

From Brisbane follow the Cunningham Highway towards Cunningham's Gap. At the top of the gap turn right into 'crest' carpark adjoining the highway. The Mt Mitchell track leaves on the opposite side of the road, so take care when crossing! Note that the carpark is rather small, so try to get there early to maximise your chances of securing a spot.

Maps

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

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Mt Mitchell Walk (GPX)

Comments

This one was tough. The incline is constant, we went mid morning and the sun was very hot. The view at the top is breathtaking, be prepared for the stairs to the top. Hard but worth it.
Louise Hamilton-Gainey on 5 Oct, 2020

Spotted lots of wildlife on this track, many birds, lyerbird, a lace monitor and a koala. Gradual incline contouring the mountain with a few stairs near the top. Some beautiful wild flowers and orchids in flower, if you can find them amongst all the post-fire weeds.
Jimcar on 29 Sep, 2020

Stunning scenery. Not a difficult walk.
JFoss on 25 Sep, 2020

One of my favourite south Queensland walks. Pretty gentle incline makes it a fairly easy hike, but a pretty decent length - the best part is there are views the whole way up, and the summit is stunning and makes an amazing picnic spot. Great to see the recovery after the bush fires too. Took 4 hours including an hours stop at the peak.
Lydia on 9 Sep, 2020

Enjoyed this walk, but, I personally prefer the Mt Cordeaux experience over this one. Started about 9:00am and found it quite warm as you are on the incline from the start and in full sun until you reach the western side. The vegetation (mostly weeds) in parts in the earlier part of the hike was head high or more and there were some prickly plants to be aware of. Once you wind around to the back side of Mt Mitchell the track flattens out a little, is quite narrow in places, and you will experience some quite beautiful views from this aspect. We were pretty happy to see a lyre bird only a few meters from the track. The views from the top are spectacular, however, for someone such as myself who struggles with heights, the very end of the walk (stairs and razorback) was unfortunately somewhat of a struggle.
Sunnygirl on Sep, 2020

Second time we have done this walk; first time after the bushfires. Arrived around 1030, still a few parking places in the carpark. A more open feel after the fires, but also lots of weeds growing. We passed a few others going up and down, but had the summit to ourselves for the 30 minutes or so that we enjoyed our picnic lunch. Overall a great walk on a lovely sunny day with almost no wind.
Kaylene&Mal on 26 Aug, 2020

Did this walk at 4:30am in the rain, track was slippery and took about 2 hours and 20 mins to the top and 1 he 45 mins back down at a safe pace. Amazing views but the track will trick you several times thinking you are nearing the top.
Michael on 15 Aug, 2020

Fairly easy walk just like Mt Cordeaux. Much more dry at the start and some fire damage. View was magnificent. 3 hr return.
Chesspeople on 13 Aug, 2020

I found this walk a little monotonous. For views it is good bur the walk itself isn't anything spectacular. Much prefer Cordeaux or Greville in the region.
xxxNickyxxx on 2 Aug, 2020

Did this walk today at a leisurely pace whilst observing a lot of beautiful birds. It took us 4 hours with a 10 minute break at the summit. Plenty of overgrown weeds for the first couple of kilometres but it’s a great trail, not too demanding in any spot. Once you think you’re nearing the top, there are a handful of rock staircases that seem to just keep on giving 🤣 The views are amazing from the summit. I wouldn’t say it’s better or worse than Mt Cordeaux/Bare Rock... they’re all wonderful and you just need to get out and do them all!
S K on 2 Aug, 2020

Lovely walk with fantastic views. Tracks can be narrow and if it is busy you need to stop and step off the track to allow people through. Best to do it early in the morning as it does become busy. It is nice though that walkers were quiet - no loud people - which shows me they are true trail walkers appreciating what surrounds them. I would do it again.
Anoogle on 2 Aug, 2020

Very easy walk, i barely even noticed i was climbing until i got a view of the road below. It has a fantastic view on the way up and at the end. There isn't a great deal of room at the summit so don't go in a big group or it will get crowded and there are sheer cliffs all around. If you are going in the wet, walking poles would certainly help as the mud is super slippery and i stacked it a couple of times on the way down today. Unfortunately at this time there are a lot of weeds on the way up. Hopefully they will get taken care of soon. But still a very nice hike.
Nittus on 26 Jul, 2020

Amazing! Easy! Beautiful!
Jemma on 21 Jul, 2020

Good track easy to find & follow. Awesome views from the top. Very cold in winter especially when its very windy. Get there early as the car park is small.
ian parker on 4 Jul, 2020

Mount Mitchell is a pretty breezy hike, very well tracked however there is a lot of vegetation. It gets very busy throughout the day, so I recommend going early in the morning.

It's a very nice hike, 10/10 would recommend, and it's perfect for those who are learning to hike, there is no scramble either, just steps towards the top. The views are beautiful
Ashley Scott on 27 Jun, 2020

Easy walk, path slowly climbs well defined track. Nothing difficult about the climb. Went when it was raining the whole time, cold and windy and saw absolute nothing but LOVED it! The 2 10yr olds had the time of their lives. Will climb again in good weather and do My Cordeaux on the same day. This walk is very achievable and takes around an hour to go up, faster on the way back.
Curry Bunch on 14 Jun, 2020

Mt Mitchell is one of two peaks on either side of Cunningham's Gap ⛰⛰

It is a volcanic mountain and sits 1174m above sea level.

From Ipswich, it is a little over an hour to reach as you head towards Warwick 🚗

It is not a strenuous hike but in saying that, I did have to stop a few times on my way up and would suggest a moderate level of fitness is needed 👟

This hike will give you some stunning views of Main Range, the Moogerah Peaks through to Mt Barney 🌄

It is so wonderful to see it flourishing after the fire's!

Enjoy 💕🙏

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Mel on 9 Jun, 2020

Great walk with amazing views. Definitely work the climb!!!! Was 10.85km and took us 3h 29.
Vic and Ale on 6 Jun, 2020

Nice easy walk with fantastic views.
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Grunter on 18 May, 2020

Relatively easy ascent. 3 hours return with half an hour break at the top. Beautiful views. Very brambly and thorny on the way up - lots of reveg and cobblers pegs after summer fires. Saw brown snake on trail.
ct__ on 18 Apr, 2020