Mount Austen
Mountain in Guadalcanal · 389 m
The hike up Mount Austen
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 Mount Austen?
Mount Austen is 389 m above sea level and lies in Guadalcanal. Its prominence is 165 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Mount Austen?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 9.7 km one way with 467 m of ascent. Expect around 5 h round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Mount Austen?
The nearest parking is the parking area northwest of the peak — 9.7 km on foot · ↑ 467 m · about 5 h round trip. Alternative: the parking area northwest of the peak (about 10.7 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 Austen in Conquer?
Yes — Mount Austen is one of 141 peaks in Solomon Islands 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 Austen in the app
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