Saddle Back
Mountain in Otago · 257 m
The hike up Saddle Back
The route starts at the nearest registered starting point — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Saddle Back?
Saddle Back is 257 m above sea level and lies in Otago. Its prominence is 44 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Saddle Back?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 8.6 km one way with 301 m of ascent. Expect around 4 h 14 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Saddle Back?
The nearest parking is the parking area southeast of the peak — 8.6 km on foot · ↑ 301 m · about 4 h 14 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area south of the peak (about 12.1 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 Saddle Back in Conquer?
Yes — Saddle Back 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 Saddle Back in the app
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