Whangapoua
Mountain in Auckland · 229 m
The hike up Whangapoua
The route starts at Windy Canyon — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Whangapoua?
Whangapoua is 229 m above sea level and lies in Auckland. Its prominence is 61 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Whangapoua?
From Windy Canyon it is about 4.4 km one way with 218 m of ascent. Expect around 3 h 5 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Whangapoua?
The nearest parking is Windy Canyon (south of the peak) — 4.4 km on foot · ↑ 218 m · about 3 h 5 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area west of the peak (about 8.8 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 Whangapoua in Conquer?
Yes — Whangapoua is one of 5,687 peaks in New Zealand 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 Whangapoua in the app
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