Deadwood
Mountain in Wellington · 575 m
The hike up Deadwood
The route starts at Rimu Road Picnic Area Rasteplass — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Deadwood?
Deadwood is 575 m above sea level and lies in Wellington. Its prominence is 90 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Deadwood?
From Rimu Road Picnic Area Rasteplass it is about 11.7 km one way with 675 m of ascent. Expect around 6 h 35 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Deadwood?
The nearest parking is Rimu Road Picnic Area Rasteplass (southwest of the peak) — 11.7 km on foot · ↑ 675 m · about 6 h 35 min round trip. Alternative: Orange Hut (southwest of the peak) (about 12.5 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 Deadwood in Conquer?
Yes — Deadwood 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 Deadwood in the app
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