Wilsons Peak

Wilsons Peak is a mountain summit in the Scenic Rim Region reaching 1,230 meters above sea level in Queensland, located where the Great Dividing Range meets the McPherson Range. Two main routes lead to the top: the eastern and western paths both follow the state border marked by the Darling Downs-Moreton Rabbit Board fence.

The mountain was named by Patrick Logan, commander of the Moreton Bay penal settlement, who chose to honor a colleague through this naming. This occurred during the early European exploration and settlement period of the region in the 1800s.

The indigenous people called this peak Jirramen, meaning knee in their language, after the mountain's summit shape that resembles a human joint. The name reflects how the distinctive form of the ridge guides both the eye and the understanding of those who see it.

The summit is accessible via eastern or western routes, which offer different difficulty levels depending on your fitness and preferences. Plan your visit considering the season and bring appropriate gear for mountain conditions.

The peak hosts specialized communities of orchids and moss species adapted to volcanic rock formations found nowhere else nearby. These rare plants thrive in protected areas within Main Range and Koorelah National Parks.

GPS coordinates: -28.25320,152.48800

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:25