How do you pronounce Mount Ngungun?
How do you pronounce Mount Ngungun?
Mount Ngungun (pronounced ‘noo noo’)but generally known as “Gun Gun” is a very popular hike due to its relative ease and fantastic views.
How hard is it to climb Mt Ngungun?
The climb: Mount Ngungun Mount Ngungun is the sixth tallest of the mountains at 253m, and you will need to allow two hours to climb up and down; more if you want to sit at the top for a while and take in the uninterrupted views of neighbouring Mount Tibrogargan, Mount Coonowrin and Mount Beerwah.
Are there toilets at Mt Ngungun?
What’s great about Mt Ngungun is that it’s appropriate for kids. The walk is only 2.5km return roughly. Steep rock section at the top for 5 mtrs. There are no toilets at the bottom at the car park.
How high is Mount Gun Gun?
253 m
Mount Ngungun/Elevation
Which is the correct pronunciation of Mt Ngungun?
The pronunciation of Mt Ngungun I found is contested. Researching Mt Ngungun before I went, several websites state the pronunciation is ‘noo noo’. Locals corrected me saying it is ‘gun gun’, and the ‘n’ is silent. They knew what I was saying straight away to correct me, so I assumed it was a common issue the locals run into.
What to see on the way to Mt Ngungun?
There’s also plenty to see on the way to the peak. Mount Ngungun vegetation is the most varied of the Glasshouse Mountain peaks. Of the 178 plant species found in the mountains, 126 of them are found in Mount Ngungun’s forest. There’s also plenty of wildlife to see.
How tall is the summit of Mt Ngungun?
Mount Ngungun is one of the smaller of the Glass House peaks at 253m. It is one of the more accessible peaks to climb to the summit, with stunning views as the reward. The pronunciation of Mt Ngungun I found is contested. Researching Mt Ngungun before I went, several websites state the pronunciation is ‘noo noo’.
How old do you have to be to climb Mt Ngungun?
You’ll need to have a decent level of fitness to make this one. The walk to the summit has some steep, exposed slopes and plenty of steps. While you do need to be cautious in some parts of loose gravel surfaces and exposed outlooks, it’s nothing to worry about. I saw children under 10 make it to the summit on my most recent climb.