Cairn
Mountain in Wellington · 289 m
The hike up Cairn
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 Cairn?
Cairn is 289 m above sea level and lies in Wellington. Its prominence is 121 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Cairn?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 9.0 km one way with 418 m of ascent. Expect around 4 h 42 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Cairn?
The nearest parking is the parking area south of the peak — 9.0 km on foot · ↑ 418 m · about 4 h 42 min round trip. Alternative: Castlepoint Freedom Camping (south of the peak) (about 9.9 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 Cairn in Conquer?
Yes — Cairn 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 Cairn in the app
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