Round Knob
Mountain in Wellington · 410 m
The hike up Round Knob
The route starts at Hill Road Entrance Car Park — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Round Knob?
Round Knob is 410 m above sea level and lies in Wellington. Its prominence is 54 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Round Knob?
From Hill Road Entrance Car Park it is about 3.2 km one way with 205 m of ascent. Expect around 1 h 42 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Round Knob?
The nearest parking is Hill Road Entrance Car Park (southeast of the peak) — 3.2 km on foot · ↑ 205 m · about 1 h 42 min round trip. Alternative: Stratton Street Entrance Car Park (south of the peak) (about 3.7 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 Round Knob in Conquer?
Yes — Round Knob 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 Round Knob in the app
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