Mount Dewar
Mountain in Otago · 1,310 m
The hike up Mount Dewar
The route starts at Rude Rock Trailhead — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Mount Dewar?
Mount Dewar is 1,310 m above sea level and lies in Otago. Its prominence is 386 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Mount Dewar?
From Rude Rock Trailhead it is about 3.4 km one way with 441 m of ascent. Expect around 2 h 10 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Mount Dewar?
The nearest starting point is Rude Rock Trailhead (east of the peak) — 3.4 km on foot · ↑ 441 m · about 2 h 10 min round trip. Alternative: the trailhead northeast of the peak (about 6.8 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 Dewar in Conquer?
Yes — Mount Dewar 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 Dewar in the app
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