Mount Hypipamee Crater

Mount Hypipamee Crater is almost 70m across, with sheer granite walls. It is thought to have been created by a massive gas explosion.

Fifty-eight metres below the rim is a lake over 70m deep, covered in a native duck weed that supports a thriving population of freshwater shrimp possibly found nowhere else.

This is a pretty amazing place, with great views of the crater. It's worth the short walk to the viewing platform. There are plenty of birds and wildlife to see. I kept looking out for a cassowary, but no luck.Read more