Drakes Hill
Mountain in Victoria · 670 m
The hike up Drakes Hill
The route starts at Rifle Butts Carpark — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Drakes Hill?
Drakes Hill is 670 m above sea level and lies in Victoria. Its prominence is 41 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Drakes Hill?
From Rifle Butts Carpark it is about 5.4 km one way with 389 m of ascent. Expect around 3 h 9 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Drakes Hill?
The nearest parking is Rifle Butts Carpark (north of the peak) — 5.4 km on foot · ↑ 389 m · about 3 h 9 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area southeast of the peak (about 5.4 km to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Drakes Hill in Conquer?
Yes — Drakes Hill is one of 12,733 peaks in Australia in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
Conquer Drakes Hill in the app
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