Tawhitirahi
Mountain in Waikato · 510 m
The hike up Tawhitirahi
The route starts at Waiau waterfall car park — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Tawhitirahi?
Tawhitirahi is 510 m above sea level and lies in Waikato. Its prominence is 139 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Tawhitirahi?
From Waiau waterfall car park it is about 3.5 km one way with 409 m of ascent. Expect around 2 h 12 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Tawhitirahi?
The nearest parking is Waiau waterfall car park (east of the peak) — 3.5 km on foot · ↑ 409 m · about 2 h 12 min round trip. Alternative: Waiau Kauri Grove (east of the peak) (about 3.3 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 Tawhitirahi in Conquer?
Yes — Tawhitirahi 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.
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