Mount Oxford
Mountain in Canterbury · 1,364 m
The hike up Mount Oxford
The route starts at Coopers Creek carpark — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Mount Oxford?
Mount Oxford is 1,364 m above sea level and lies in Canterbury. Its prominence is 677 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Mount Oxford?
From Coopers Creek carpark it is about 6.6 km one way with 1,024 m of ascent. Expect around 4 h 59 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Mount Oxford?
The nearest parking is Coopers Creek carpark (south of the peak) — 6.6 km on foot · ↑ 1,024 m · about 4 h 59 min round trip. Alternative: View Hill var park (southwest of the peak) (about 7.5 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 Oxford in Conquer?
Yes — Mount Oxford 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 Oxford in the app
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