Big Nellie
Mountain in New South Wales · 575 m
The hike up Big Nellie
The route starts at Starrs Creek Picnic Area — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Big Nellie?
Big Nellie is 575 m above sea level and lies in New South Wales. Its prominence is 125 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Big Nellie?
From Starrs Creek Picnic Area it is about 2.0 km one way with 263 m of ascent. Expect around 1 h 29 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Big Nellie?
The nearest parking is Starrs Creek Picnic Area (west of the peak) — 2.0 km on foot · ↑ 263 m · about 1 h 29 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area northwest of the peak (about 3.4 km to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Big Nellie in Conquer?
Yes — Big Nellie is one of 12,733 peaks in Australia in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
Conquer Big Nellie in the app
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