Bartle Frere Trail

At 1622 metres above sea level, you need to be prepared for a steep ascent, difficult scrambles over large boulders and climbing up rock faces. The first section of this path takes you through a dense rainforest complete with low hanging vines, frogs and extremely humid conditions. The rainforest then thins out as you arrive at a campsite and steep platform where you’ll be treated to 360 degree views of the Atherton Tablelands and the Great Barrier Reef. After a final scramble over some huge boulders, you’ll arrive at the summit. It takes a full day from the basecamp car park to the summit and back so be sure to pack plenty of food and water.