Horokaka
Mountain in Northland · 540 m
The hike up Horokaka
The route starts at Tangihua Lodge — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Horokaka?
Horokaka is 540 m above sea level and lies in Northland. Its prominence is 172 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Horokaka?
From Tangihua Lodge it is about 4.1 km one way with 541 m of ascent. Expect around 2 h 54 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Horokaka?
The nearest starting point is Tangihua Lodge (south of the peak) — 4.1 km on foot · ↑ 541 m · about 2 h 54 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area northeast of the peak (about 8.0 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 Horokaka in Conquer?
Yes — Horokaka 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 Horokaka in the app
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