Description

Discover the majestic Australian Alps with "HIGH PEAKS of the Australian Alps," a comprehensive bushwalker's guide by Robert Rankin. This first edition, published by Rankin Publishers, delves into the most spectacular and mountainous regions of the Australian Alps, located in the south-eastern corner of the Australian mainland. Protected by the Kosciuszko National Park in New South Wales and the Alpine National Park in Victoria, this guide offers an immersive experience into the alpine wilderness. It focuses on the high peaks regions, a paradise for peak-baggers and adventure enthusiasts.

Includes:

• detailed chapters on each major high peak region in the Australian Alps
• comprehensive maps and photographs for easy route identification
• in-depth information on the environment, including geology, flora, fauna, and weather
• historical accounts of human exploration and adventure in the region
• survival chapter with illustrations by Susan Rankin
• 2 DVDs
• published by Rankin Publishers, showcasing Robert Rankin's extensive bushwalking and climbing experience
• includes breathtaking front and back cover photographs of the Mount Kosciuszko region and Mount Feathertop
• published 2023