Mount Townsend
Mountain in New South Wales · 2,209 m
The hike up Mount Townsend
The route starts at Kosciusko Express Top Station — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Parking and starting point
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Mount Townsend?
Mount Townsend is 2,209 m above sea level and lies in New South Wales. Its prominence is 197 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Mount Townsend?
From Kosciusko Express Top Station it is about 9.5 km one way with 537 m of ascent. Expect around 5 h 15 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Mount Townsend?
The nearest starting point is Kosciusko Express Top Station (south of the peak) — 9.5 km on foot · ↑ 537 m · about 5 h 15 min round trip. Alternative: Sponars T-Bar Bottom Station (southeast of the peak) (about 10.6 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 Mount Townsend in Conquer?
Yes — Mount Townsend 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 Mount Townsend in the app
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