Whakaihu
Mountain in Hawke's Bay · 709 m
The hike up Whakaihu
The route starts at Whaitiri Point — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Whakaihu?
Whakaihu is 709 m above sea level and lies in Hawke's Bay. Its prominence is 54 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Whakaihu?
From Whaitiri Point it is about 19.1 km one way with 893 m of ascent. Expect around 11 h 4 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Whakaihu?
The nearest parking is Whaitiri Point (northwest of the peak) — 19.1 km on foot · ↑ 893 m · about 11 h 4 min round trip. In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Whakaihu in Conquer?
Yes — Whakaihu 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 Whakaihu in the app
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