Mahaukura
Mountain in Waikato · 845 m
The hike up Mahaukura
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 Mahaukura?
Mahaukura is 845 m above sea level and lies in Waikato. Its prominence is 37 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Mahaukura?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 6.5 km one way with 814 m of ascent. Expect around 5 h round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Mahaukura?
The nearest parking is the parking area north of the peak — 6.5 km on foot · ↑ 814 m · about 5 h round trip. Alternative: Kaniwhaniwha car park (north of the peak) (about 11.9 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 Mahaukura in Conquer?
Yes — Mahaukura 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 Mahaukura in the app
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