# Mount Schank

> A symmetrical extinct volcanic cone about 15 km south of Mount Gambier, rising about 100 m above the plain.

Source: https://camping-spirit.com/places/au-mount-schank/

A symmetrical extinct volcanic cone about 15 km south of Mount Gambier, rising about 100 m above the plain. A short, steep walk leads to the rim, with views across the Limestone Coast's farmland.

- **Nearest town:** Mount Gambier, South Australia
- **Category:** Nature & parks
- **GPS:** -37.9262, 140.7215

## Good to know

**Best time to go:** The most pleasant months are usually January–March. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and October–December. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

## Featured in these trip guides

- [Limestone Coast: Coorong to Mount Gambier](https://camping-spirit.com/guides/au-limestone-coast-drive/)

## Nearby

- [Blue Lake](https://camping-spirit.com/places/au-blue-lake-mount-gambier/) – 10 km
- [Cave Garden](https://camping-spirit.com/places/au-cave-garden-mount-gambier/) – 12 km
- [Umpherston Sinkhole](https://camping-spirit.com/places/au-umpherston-sinkhole/) – 12 km
- [Coonawarra Cellar Doors](https://camping-spirit.com/places/au-coonawarra-cellar-doors/) – 71 km

## FAQs

### Where is Mount Schank?

Mount Schank is in Mount Gambier, South Australia, at GPS -37.9262, 140.7215.

### Which road trips pass Mount Schank?

Mount Schank is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Limestone Coast: Coorong to Mount Gambier.

### What is there to see near Mount Schank?

Places worth a stop nearby: Blue Lake (10 km), Cave Garden (12 km), Umpherston Sinkhole (12 km) and Coonawarra Cellar Doors (71 km).

### When is the best time to visit Mount Schank?

The most pleasant months are usually January–March. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and October–December. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)