Whakapapataringa
Mountain in Waikato · 680 m
The hike up Whakapapataringa
The route starts at Orakei Korako Car Park — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Whakapapataringa?
Whakapapataringa is 680 m above sea level and lies in Waikato. Its prominence is 224 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Whakapapataringa?
From Orakei Korako Car Park it is about 10.2 km one way with 505 m of ascent. Expect around 5 h 22 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Whakapapataringa?
The nearest parking is Orakei Korako Car Park (north of the peak) — 10.2 km on foot · ↑ 505 m · about 5 h 22 min round trip. In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Whakapapataringa in Conquer?
Yes — Whakapapataringa 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 Whakapapataringa in the app
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