Arawaru
Mountain in Manawatū-Whanganui · 767 m
The hike up Arawaru
The route starts at Arapuke Forest Park, Kahuterawa Rd carpark — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Arawaru?
Arawaru is 767 m above sea level and lies in Manawatū-Whanganui. Its prominence is 223 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Arawaru?
From Arapuke Forest Park, Kahuterawa Rd carpark it is about 6.4 km one way with 731 m of ascent. Expect around 4 h 20 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Arawaru?
The nearest parking is Arapuke Forest Park, Kahuterawa Rd carpark (north of the peak) — 6.4 km on foot · ↑ 731 m · about 4 h 20 min round trip. Alternative: Arapuke Forest Park car park (northwest of the peak) (about 6.8 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 Arawaru in Conquer?
Yes — Arawaru 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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