Mount Matthews
Mountain in Wellington · 940 m
The hike up Mount Matthews
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 Mount Matthews?
Mount Matthews is 940 m above sea level and lies in Wellington. Its prominence is 521 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Mount Matthews?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 12.4 km one way with 1,112 m of ascent. Expect around 8 h 22 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Mount Matthews?
The nearest parking is the parking area west of the peak — 12.4 km on foot · ↑ 1,112 m · about 8 h 22 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area northwest of the peak (about 15.6 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 Mount Matthews in Conquer?
Yes — Mount Matthews 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 Mount Matthews in the app
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