Mount Selwyn
Mountain in Otago · 1,277 m
The hike up Mount Selwyn
The route starts at Peats Hut — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Mount Selwyn?
Mount Selwyn is 1,277 m above sea level and lies in Otago. Its prominence is 35 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Mount Selwyn?
From Peats Hut it is about 15.6 km one way with 1,202 m of ascent. Expect around 10 h 1 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Mount Selwyn?
The nearest starting point is Peats Hut (northeast of the peak) — 15.6 km on foot · ↑ 1,202 m · about 10 h 1 min round trip. Alternative: the trailhead southeast of the peak (about 19.2 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 Selwyn in Conquer?
Yes — Mount Selwyn 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 Selwyn in the app
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