Mount Alford
Mountain in Canterbury · 1,171 m
The hike up Mount Alford
The route starts at Mt Alford Track Parking — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Mount Alford?
Mount Alford is 1,171 m above sea level and lies in Canterbury. Its prominence is 304 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Mount Alford?
From Mt Alford Track Parking it is about 4.3 km one way with 724 m of ascent. Expect around 3 h 13 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Mount Alford?
The nearest parking is Mt Alford Track Parking (southeast of the peak) — 4.3 km on foot · ↑ 724 m · about 3 h 13 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area northeast of the peak (about 15.1 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 Mount Alford in Conquer?
Yes — Mount Alford 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 Mount Alford in the app
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