Mount Alpha
Mountain in Otago · 1,630 m
The hike up Mount Alpha
The route starts at Roys Peak Track — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Mount Alpha?
Mount Alpha is 1,630 m above sea level and lies in Otago. Its prominence is 192 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Mount Alpha?
From Roys Peak Track it is about 9.0 km one way with 1,494 m of ascent. Expect around 7 h 12 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Mount Alpha?
The nearest parking is Roys Peak Track (north of the peak) — 9.0 km on foot · ↑ 1,494 m · about 7 h 12 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area northeast of the peak (about 11.2 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 Mount Alpha in Conquer?
Yes — Mount Alpha 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 Mount Alpha in the app
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