Mount Cook National Park, National park in Cooktown, Australia
Mount Cook National Park rises 244 meters above sea level, providing views of the Annan River, Endeavour Valley, and sections of the Great Barrier Reef.
Lieutenant Phillip Parker King named Mount Cook in 1819, replacing its previous designation as Gores Mount, given by Lieutenant James Cook for his third lieutenant.
The national park serves as a representation of Queensland's coastal biodiversity, containing plant and animal species that adapt to different elevation conditions.
Visitors can reach the summit through a three-kilometer trail starting from the car park on Ida Street, though the park does not offer additional facilities.
The park's elevation creates specific weather patterns that differ from surrounding areas, influencing the distribution of local plant and animal populations.
Location: Queensland
Inception: 1970
Elevation above the sea: 244 m
GPS coordinates: -15.49278,145.25917
Latest update: March 17, 2025 06:42
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