About Mount Ngungun
Mount Ngungun is one of the Glass House Mountains volcanic plugs in Glass House Mountains National Park, near Glass House Mountains township on Queensland's Sunshine Coast. Rising 253 metres, it is known for its relatively accessible summit hike and panoramic views. Formed around 26 million years ago, the peak offers 360-degree vistas over surrounding peaks, forests and coastline, making it a popular short bushwalk for visitors to the region.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a well-marked 2.8 km return bushwalking track through open eucalypt forest to a rocky summit. The trail includes steep sections, steps and exposed rock. At the summit, a 360-degree viewing area provides panoramic views over the other Glass House Mountains, Glass House Mountains township, forests and to the coastline. The area is natural bushland with no built structures beyond track markers and summit viewing area.
Key highlights
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253-metre volcanic plug summit with 360-degree panoramic views
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2.8 km return Mount Ngungun Summit Track suitable as a short hike
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Views of Mount Tibrogargan, Mount Beerwah, Mount Coonowrin and surrounding Glass House Mountains
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Part of Glass House Mountains National Park volcanic landscape formed about 26 million years ago
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Popular sunrise and sunset photography location