Haldon
Mountain in Wellington · 397 m
The hike up Haldon
The route starts at Castlepoint Freedom Camping — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Haldon?
Haldon is 397 m above sea level and lies in Wellington. Its prominence is 154 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Haldon?
From Castlepoint Freedom Camping it is about 9.0 km one way with 621 m of ascent. Expect around 5 h 23 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Haldon?
The nearest parking is Castlepoint Freedom Camping (southeast of the peak) — 9.0 km on foot · ↑ 621 m · about 5 h 23 min round trip. In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Haldon in Conquer?
Yes — Haldon 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 Haldon in the app
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