Mount French, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Mount French Queensland
Paddocks along Frank Road, 2016
Mount French Location in Queensland
Population	105 (2021 census)
• Density	6.29/km2 (16.3/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4310
Area	16.7 km2 (6.4 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	6.2 km (4 mi) W of Boonah 45.7 km (28 mi) W of Beaudesert 54.6 km (34 mi) SSW of Ipswich 92.4 km (57 mi) SW of Brisbane
LGA(s)	Scenic Rim Region
State electorate(s)	Scenic Rim
Federal Division(s)	Wright
Suburbs around Mount French: Fassifern Valley Templin Kents Pocket Charlwood Mount French Boonah Burjurgen Frenches Creek Dugandan

Mount French is a small countryside area in the Scenic Rim Region of Queensland, Australia. It's known for its beautiful natural scenery. In 2021, about 105 people lived here.

Exploring Mount French's Geography

The area of Mount French includes a mountain with the same name. Part of this mountain is inside the Moogerah Peaks National Park. The land here goes from about 300 meters (980 feet) above sea level up to the mountain's two main peaks.

Mount French Peaks

The two highest points of Mount French are:

• Mount French (North Peak), also called Mee-bor-rum, which is 473 meters (1,552 feet) high.
• Mount French (South Peak), also called Punchagin, which is 598 meters (1,962 feet) high.

The western side of Mount French is mostly wild bushland. The eastern side is lower, around 200 to 280 meters (660 to 920 feet) high. This part is mainly used for grazing animals.

Water Flow and Roads

Mount French acts like a natural dividing line for water. Creeks on the west side flow into the Bremer River. Creeks on the east side flow into the Logan River. Mount French Road runs through the middle of the area, connecting to Boonah and Dugandan in the east. It also leads to the national park and the North Peak.

A Look Back at Mount French's History

Proposed site for Mount French School

Mount French had its own school for many years. It started as Mount French Provisional School in 1900. Provisional schools were often set up in new or smaller communities.

In 1909, it became Mount French State School. This meant it was fully supported by the government. The school helped educate children in the area for about 25 years. It closed around 1925.

Teacher Mike O'Connor and pupils, circa 1910

The school building itself was later moved in 1927 to another place called Mount Walker Lower. This shows how buildings could be reused in the past.

People of Mount French

In 2021, the population of Mount French was 105 people. The median age of people living here in 2016 was 54 years old. This means half the people were older than 54 and half were younger.

Learning Opportunities Near Mount French

There are no schools directly in Mount French today. Students living in the area usually go to school in the nearby town of Boonah. Boonah has both a primary school and a high school.

Fun Things to Do in Mount French

The Mount French area, especially the part within the Moogerah Peaks National Park, is a great place for outdoor activities.

Walking Trails and Lookouts

There are several walking tracks for different skill levels. One easy walk, which is even suitable for wheelchairs with some help, leads to Logan's Lookout. This spot is also known as North Cliff Lookout. From here, you can see amazing wide views over the Fassifern Valley. It's a perfect place to enjoy nature and take some cool photos!