The Rocks
Mountain in Nelson · 939 m
The hike up The Rocks
The route starts at the nearest registered starting point — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is The Rocks?
The Rocks is 939 m above sea level and lies in Nelson. Its prominence is 57 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up The Rocks?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 15.2 km one way with 1,536 m of ascent. Expect around 10 h 49 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for The Rocks?
The nearest parking is the parking area northwest of the peak — 15.2 km on foot · ↑ 1,536 m · about 10 h 49 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area northwest of the peak (about 19.0 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 Rocks in Conquer?
Yes — The Rocks 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 Rocks in the app
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