Black Mountain Lookout circuit via Forest Track

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Australian Capital Territory

Black Mountain Lookout circuit via Forest Track

Moderate

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Black Mountain Lookout circuit via Forest Track

02:24

7.95km

250m

Hiking

Moderate hike. 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: October 14, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Australian National Botanic Gardens

Black Mountain Nature Reserve

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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2.05 km

Black Mountain Summit Walk

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The track to the summit climbs steadily through dry eucalypt forest, following a well-marked route toward the top of Black Mountain. It’s a moderate walk with some steeper sections, uneven …

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2.87 km

Black Mountain Summit

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At around 812 metres above sea level, the summit of Black Mountain opens up to wide views across Canberra, including Lake Burley Griffin and the surrounding hills. The area is …

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4.06 km

Lake Burley Griffin Viewpoint

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Peek through a break in the eucalyptus trees for a view of Lake Burley Griffin down below, part of the very blue Molonglo River.

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4.66 km

The Forest Loop Walk is a gentle circuit track passing through the highly biodiverse Black Mountain Nature Reserve. This well-maintained unsealed track meanders through a thick canopy of stringybark and …

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7.95 km

End point

Parking

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