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 | |
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![]() Mount Field West is the peak on the far left | |
Highest point | |
Elevation | 1,434 m (4,705 ft)AHD[1] |
Prominence | 981 m (3,219 ft)[1] |
Isolation | 68.92 km (42.82 mi)[1] |
Coordinates | 42°39′19″S 146°35′15″E / 42.65528°S 146.58750°E |
Geography | |
Location in Tasmania | |
Location | Tasmania, 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.
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