Mount Useful is a mountain located to the west of Licola in Victoria, Australia. The summit lies within the Mount Useful Natural Features and Scenic Reserve which was established in 1979 and covers . The mountain has

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cliffs with columnar jointing on the east and south-east sides. A

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and a communications tower (primarily utilised by

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) are located on the summit.

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Useful Victorian Alps {{VictoriaAU-geo-stub

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