Scammells Ridge lookout
Highlights
- Discover breathtaking views from the 1000m high Scammells Ridge lookout, showcasing the stunning Western Fall wilderness.
- Bring binoculars to spot vibrant gang gang cockatoos and lyrebirds among the mountain gums surrounding the lookout.
- Enjoy a picnic at the lookout's tables while soaking in the snow-capped peaks of Mount Abbott and Carruthers Peak.
- Keep an eye out for echidnas wandering through the clearing in search of termite mounds, adding to the experience.
Scammells Ridge lookout is located centrally within Kosciuszko National Park, making it the perfect spot to get your bearings within the largest park in NSW.
The 1000m high lookout offers outstanding scenic views over Western Fall wilderness and Main Range, including Mount Abbott, Mount Townsend, and Carruthers Peak. In winter and spring, these summits are snow-capped, creating a spectacular sight.
Remember to bring your binoculars if you enjoy birdwatching as there are gang gang cockatoos, crimson rosellas, king parrots and lyrebirds within the mountain gums surrounding the lookout. Keep an eye out around your feet as echidnas will even stroll across the clearing in search of termite mounds on the odd occasion.
Scammels lookout is just a short drive south of Khancoban Visitor Centre, along the Alpine Way, and offers picnic tables and toilets.
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Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
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