Mount Wai-ariki
Mountain in Wellington · 483 m
The hike up Mount Wai-ariki
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 Wai-ariki?
Mount Wai-ariki is 483 m above sea level and lies in Wellington. Its prominence is 142 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Mount Wai-ariki?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 9.8 km one way with 494 m of ascent. Expect around 5 h 18 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Mount Wai-ariki?
The nearest parking is the parking area east of the peak — 9.8 km on foot · ↑ 494 m · about 5 h 18 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area east of the peak (about 10.9 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 Mount Wai-ariki in Conquer?
Yes — Mount Wai-ariki 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.
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