Pirongia
Mountain in Waikato · 959 m
The hike up Pirongia
The route starts at the nearest registered starting point — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Parking and starting point
Check signage and any parking fees on site.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Pirongia?
Pirongia is 959 m above sea level and lies in Waikato. Its prominence is 788 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Pirongia?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 4.6 km one way with 662 m of ascent. Expect around 3 h 21 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Pirongia?
The nearest parking is the parking area northeast of the peak — 4.6 km on foot · ↑ 662 m · about 3 h 21 min round trip. Alternative: Kaniwhaniwha car park (north of the peak) (about 10.0 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 Pirongia in Conquer?
Yes — Pirongia 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 Pirongia in the app
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