Hoods Tower
Mountain in Eastern Province · 78 m
The hike up Hoods Tower
The route starts at the nearest registered starting point — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Hoods Tower?
Hoods Tower is 78 m above sea level and lies in Eastern Province. Its prominence is 30 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Hoods Tower?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 4.5 km one way with 130 m of ascent. Expect around 2 h 13 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Hoods Tower?
The nearest parking is the parking area north of the peak — 4.5 km on foot · ↑ 130 m · about 2 h 13 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area north of the peak (about 5.2 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 Hoods Tower in Conquer?
Yes — Hoods Tower is one of 673 peaks in Sri Lanka 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 Hoods Tower in the app
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