Mount Misery
Mountain in Canterbury · 666 m
The hike up Mount Misery
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 Mount Misery?
Mount Misery is 666 m above sea level and lies in Canterbury. Its prominence is 231 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Mount Misery?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 12.3 km one way with 434 m of ascent. Expect around 6 h 3 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Mount Misery?
The nearest parking is the parking area east of the peak — 12.3 km on foot · ↑ 434 m · about 6 h 3 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area east 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 Mount Misery in Conquer?
Yes — Mount Misery 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 Misery in the app
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