Scrubby Hill
Mountain in Otago · 325 m
The hike up Scrubby Hill
The route starts at Horseshoe Bend Bridge Walkway parking — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Scrubby Hill?
Scrubby Hill is 325 m above sea level and lies in Otago. Its prominence is 50 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Scrubby Hill?
From Horseshoe Bend Bridge Walkway parking it is about 6.0 km one way with 291 m of ascent. Expect around 3 h 8 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Scrubby Hill?
The nearest parking is Horseshoe Bend Bridge Walkway parking (south of the peak) — 6.0 km on foot · ↑ 291 m · about 3 h 8 min round trip. Alternative: Lonely Graves parking (southeast of the peak) (about 7.0 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 Scrubby Hill in Conquer?
Yes — Scrubby 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 Scrubby Hill in the app
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