Mount Ollivier
Mountain in Canterbury · 1,933 m
The hike up Mount Ollivier
The route starts at White Horse Hill Car Park — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
Weather forecast
Next 10 daysPhotos
Parking and starting point
Check signage and any parking fees on site.
More peaks nearby
Frequently asked questions
How high is Mount Ollivier?
Mount Ollivier is 1,933 m above sea level and lies in Canterbury. Its prominence is 38 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Mount Ollivier?
From White Horse Hill Car Park it is about 5.2 km one way with 1,173 m of ascent. Expect around 5 h 4 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Mount Ollivier?
The nearest parking is White Horse Hill Car Park (east of the peak) — 5.2 km on foot · ↑ 1,173 m · about 5 h 4 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area east of the peak (about 6.7 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 Ollivier in Conquer?
Yes — Mount Ollivier 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 Ollivier in the app
Check in on the summit, verified by GPS. Collect peaks across New Zealand, build streaks and level up together with your friends.
Download on theApp StoreFree to download