Orakei
Mountain in Bay of Plenty · 560 m
The hike up Orakei
The route starts at Whirinaki Forest Bike Park parking — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Orakei?
Orakei is 560 m above sea level and lies in Bay of Plenty. Its prominence is 56 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Orakei?
From Whirinaki Forest Bike Park parking it is about 10.7 km one way with 456 m of ascent. Expect around 5 h 48 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Orakei?
The nearest parking is Whirinaki Forest Bike Park parking (south of the peak) — 10.7 km on foot · ↑ 456 m · about 5 h 48 min round trip. In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Orakei in Conquer?
Yes — Orakei 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 Orakei in the app
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