Papatahi
Mountain in Wellington · 902 m
The hike up Papatahi
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 Papatahi?
Papatahi is 902 m above sea level and lies in Wellington. Its prominence is 279 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Papatahi?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 15.5 km one way with 1,432 m of ascent. Expect around 11 h 19 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Papatahi?
The nearest parking is the parking area northwest of the peak — 15.5 km on foot · ↑ 1,432 m · about 11 h 19 min round trip. In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Papatahi in Conquer?
Yes — Papatahi 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 Papatahi in the app
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