One of Australia’s most amazing natural wonders, Kosciuszko National Park boasts the highest peak in the nation, a variety of ecosystems, and stunning landscapes. Hikers can choose from a variety of ...

Mt. Kosciuszko, 7,310 ft., is the highest peak in Australia and therefore a proud member of the famous Seven Summits – the highest peak on each of the seven continents.

Mt. Kosciuszko Mt. Kosciusko is located in the Snowy Mountains of New South Wales, Australia, and attracts thousands of climbers and adventurers each year - many seeking to complete the Seven Summits.

The national park surrounds Mount Kosciuszko, which is Australia’s highest peak. But Australia is a relatively flat continent and the mountain is only 2,228 meters (7,310 feet) above sea level.

A man, 31, and a woman, 28, became stranded on the Kosciusko Walking Trail, below Mount Carruthers in southeast New South Wales, about 7.30am on Saturday (the scene is pictured) ...

More than 300 people had searched for him in the national park that is home to the 7,310-foot Mount Kosciuszko.

McKelvey’s journey of climbing these mountains, which is commonly referred to as the seven summits, is getting ready to come to an end when she reaches the top of Mt. Kosciuszko on Dec. 29.