Ben Cairn
Mountain in Victoria · 1,041 m
The hike up Ben Cairn
The route starts at the nearest registered starting point — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Ben Cairn?
Ben Cairn is 1,041 m above sea level and lies in Victoria. Its prominence is 65 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Ben Cairn?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 0.4 km one way with 44 m of ascent. Expect around 17 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Ben Cairn?
The nearest parking is the parking area west of the peak — 0.4 km on foot · ↑ 44 m · about 17 min round trip. Alternative: Don Gap Carpark (northwest of the peak) (about 5.4 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 Ben Cairn in Conquer?
Yes — Ben Cairn 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.
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