The Tits
Mountain in Hawke's Bay · 1,418 m
The hike up The Tits
The route starts at The Lakes - Kaweka Forest Park — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is The Tits?
The Tits is 1,418 m above sea level and lies in Hawke's Bay. Its prominence is 35 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up The Tits?
From The Lakes - Kaweka Forest Park it is about 4.9 km one way with 819 m of ascent. Expect around 4 h 23 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for The Tits?
The nearest parking is The Lakes - Kaweka Forest Park (south of the peak) — 4.9 km on foot · ↑ 819 m · about 4 h 23 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area northeast of the peak (about 9.4 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 The Tits in Conquer?
Yes — The Tits 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 The Tits in the app
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