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The cairn commemorates the explorer Ludwig Leichhardt. Leichhardt allegedly built the stone cairn on top of Campbell Peak.

Campbell Peak was first climbed on the 6th February 1845 by Ludwig Leichhardt. He named it after Mr Campbell of the Darling Downs who gave Leichhardt four young steers and a bullock for his expedition north. 

Note : Access to the peak is via private property. For permission to climb the peak phone ‘Cotherstone Station' on (07) 4958 1225.

Location

Address:Campbell Peak via Cotherstone Road, Cotherstone Station, Dysart, 4745
State:QLD
Area:AUS
GPS Coordinates:Lat: -22.605617
Long: 148.223308
Note: GPS Coordinates are approximate.
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Monument Type:Monument
Monument Theme:People
Sub-Theme:Exploration
Actual Event Start Date:06-February-1845
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Actual Event End Date:06-February-1845
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Source: MA
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