Little Twin
Mountain in Nelson · 1,143 m
The hike up Little Twin
The route starts at Rasteplass — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Little Twin?
Little Twin is 1,143 m above sea level and lies in Nelson. Its prominence is 399 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Little Twin?
From Rasteplass it is about 13.3 km one way with 1,400 m of ascent. Expect around 8 h 44 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Little Twin?
The nearest parking is Rasteplass (northwest of the peak) — 13.3 km on foot · ↑ 1,400 m · about 8 h 44 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area northwest of the peak (about 13.7 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 Little Twin in Conquer?
Yes — Little Twin 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 Little Twin in the app
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