Namadgi Visitor Centre – Mount Tennent summit loop from Tharwa Sandwash

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Namadgi Visitor Centre – Mount Tennent summit loop from Tharwa Sandwash

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Namadgi Visitor Centre – Mount Tennent summit loop from Tharwa Sandwash

06:46

20.4km

960m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 31, 2026

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Namadgi National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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24 m

Namadgi Visitor Centre

Highlight • Rest Area

Great national park visitor centre. The staff are fantastic and this is a great "jumping-off" point for any potential Namadgi adventures.

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2.48 km

Cypress Pine Lookout

Highlight • Viewpoint

Cypress Pine Lookout is one of the main viewpoints along the Mount Tennent Track, roughly halfway up the mountain. The lookout sits near stands of native cypress pine and opens …

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13.4 km

Mount Tennent summit

Highlight • Summit

The summit of Mount Tennent rises to about 1,375 metres, making it one of the most prominent peaks visible from southern Canberra. From the top, there are beautiful views across …

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15.5 km

Mount Tennent Track

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Mount Tennent Track is a relatively challenging route that climbs steadily to the summit. The well-formed path passes through dry forest and rocky slopes, gaining significant elevation as it winds …

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20.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.5 km

8.95 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

16.6 km

3.83 km