Mount Field West (Tasmania)

Mount Field West is a mountain in the western portion of Mount Field National Park in the southern region of Tasmania, Australia.

Mount Field West
Mount Field West is the peak on the far left
Highest point
Elevation1,434 m (4,705 ft)AHD[1]
Prominence981 m (3,219 ft)[1]
Isolation68.92 km (42.82 mi)[1]
Coordinates42°39′19″S 146°35′15″E
Geography
Mount Field West is located in Tasmania
Mount Field West
Mount Field West
Location in Tasmania
LocationTasmania, Australia

The mountain is frequently snow-covered, sometimes even in summer. It is a major feature of the national park, and is a popular destination for bushwalkers. It overlooks Upper Florentine Valley and is a 7.5 hour return walk from Lake Dobson.

Mount Field West rises to 1,434 metres (4,705 ft) above sea level,[1] making it within the forty highest peaks in Tasmania.

See also

References

  1. "Mount Field West, Australia". Peakbagger.com. Retrieved 31 May 2017.


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