Ruru
Mountain in Waikato · 482 m
The hike up Ruru
The route starts at Te Miro MTB Lower Carpark — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Ruru?
Ruru is 482 m above sea level and lies in Waikato. Its prominence is 262 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Ruru?
From Te Miro MTB Lower Carpark it is about 5.4 km one way with 325 m of ascent. Expect around 2 h 53 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Ruru?
The nearest parking is Te Miro MTB Lower Carpark (southeast of the peak) — 5.4 km on foot · ↑ 325 m · about 2 h 53 min round trip. Alternative: Te Miro MTB Main Carpark (east of the peak) (about 7.1 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 Ruru in Conquer?
Yes — Ruru 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 Ruru in the app
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