Hauturu
Mountain in Waikato · 557 m
The hike up Hauturu
The route starts at Rasteplass — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Hauturu?
Hauturu is 557 m above sea level and lies in Waikato. Its prominence is 42 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Hauturu?
From Rasteplass it is about 13.6 km one way with 426 m of ascent. Expect around 6 h 46 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Hauturu?
The nearest parking is Rasteplass (south of the peak) — 13.6 km on foot · ↑ 426 m · about 6 h 46 min round trip. Alternative: Hamilton Tomo Group Hut (southeast of the peak) (about 15.8 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 Hauturu in Conquer?
Yes — Hauturu 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 Hauturu in the app
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