Te Mata-o-Rongokako
Mountain in Hawke's Bay · 402 m
The hike up Te Mata-o-Rongokako
The route starts at Te Mata Saddle Car Park — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Te Mata-o-Rongokako?
Te Mata-o-Rongokako is 402 m above sea level and lies in Hawke's Bay. Its prominence is 220 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Te Mata-o-Rongokako?
From Te Mata Saddle Car Park it is about 0.8 km one way with 85 m of ascent. Expect around 29 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Te Mata-o-Rongokako?
The nearest parking is Te Mata Saddle Car Park (north of the peak) — 0.8 km on foot · ↑ 85 m · about 29 min round trip. Alternative: Peak House Parking (northwest of the peak) (about 1.2 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 Te Mata-o-Rongokako in Conquer?
Yes — Te Mata-o-Rongokako 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.
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