Bluenose
Mountain in Otago · 1,223 m
The hike up Bluenose
The route starts at Grandview Creek Track — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Bluenose?
Bluenose is 1,223 m above sea level and lies in Otago. Its prominence is 111 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Bluenose?
From Grandview Creek Track it is about 11.6 km one way with 1,089 m of ascent. Expect around 7 h 11 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Bluenose?
The nearest parking is Grandview Creek Track (north of the peak) — 11.6 km on foot · ↑ 1,089 m · about 7 h 11 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area northwest of the peak (about 13.3 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 Bluenose in Conquer?
Yes — Bluenose 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 Bluenose in the app
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