Mount Warning, also known as Wollumbin, is an ancient volcano located in the Tweed Range near the border between New South Wales and Queensland, in north-eastern Australia. The mountain is the centrepiece of the Mount Warning National Park, and is also a part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Site.
Mount Warning is the tallest mountain in the Tweed Range, and is the highest point in the state of New South Wales. The mountain is also the site of the first European settlement in Australia, and is home to a variety of flora and fauna. Visitors to Mount Warning can hike to the summit, which offers panoramic views of the surrounding area. The mountain is also a popular spot for rock climbing and bird watching.
The mountain is located in the Tweed Shire of New South Wales, about 940 kilometres north of Sydney. It is the highest point in the state, and offers views of the surrounding rainforest and the coast. There are several trails that lead to the summit, and the mountain is also a popular destination for rock climbing and abseiling.
The area around Mount Warning is home to many different bird species, including the eastern rosella, the crimson rosella, and the rainbow lorikeet. The mountain is also home to the endangered Australian brush-turkey, which can often be seen foraging for food in the forest.
Mount Warning is also home to the Mount Warning National Park, which covers an area of 16,500 hectares (40,700 acres). The park includes the mountain and its surrounding rainforest and is a popular spot for birdwatching, as it is home to a variety of bird species, including the endangered regent honeyeater.
For visitors, the mountain offers stunning views of the Tweed Valley, the Gold Coast and, on a clear day, as far as the Border Ranges National Park. There are a number of other attractions in the area, including the Mt Warning Rainforest Centre, which is a great place to learn about the local environment, and the nearby Tyalgum Village, home to a number of artists and craftspeople.
