Cone Hill
Mountain in Wellington · 248 m
The hike up Cone Hill
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 Cone Hill?
Cone Hill is 248 m above sea level and lies in Wellington. Its prominence is 57 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Cone Hill?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 3.3 km one way with 150 m of ascent. Expect around 1 h 43 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Cone Hill?
The nearest parking is the parking area northeast of the peak — 3.3 km on foot · ↑ 150 m · about 1 h 43 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area north of the peak (about 4.5 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 Cone Hill in Conquer?
Yes — Cone Hill 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 Cone Hill in the app
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