Castle Hill
Mountain in Otago · 327 m
The hike up Castle Hill
The route starts at Puketerangi — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Castle Hill?
Castle Hill is 327 m above sea level and lies in Otago. Its prominence is 33 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Castle Hill?
From Puketerangi it is about 2.6 km one way with 107 m of ascent. Expect around 1 h 17 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Castle Hill?
The nearest starting point is Puketerangi (east of the peak) — 2.6 km on foot · ↑ 107 m · about 1 h 17 min round trip. In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Castle Hill in Conquer?
Yes — Castle Hill 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 Castle Hill in the app
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