Bald Hills
Mountain in Canterbury · 565 m
The hike up Bald Hills
The route starts at Blowhard Track carpark — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Bald Hills?
Bald Hills is 565 m above sea level and lies in Canterbury. Its prominence is 108 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Bald Hills?
From Blowhard Track carpark it is about 10.6 km one way with 374 m of ascent. Expect around 5 h 19 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Bald Hills?
The nearest parking is Blowhard Track carpark (east of the peak) — 10.6 km on foot · ↑ 374 m · about 5 h 19 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area southwest of the peak (about 12.5 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 Bald Hills in Conquer?
Yes — Bald Hills 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 Bald Hills in the app
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