Wave
Mountain in Wellington · 421 m
The hike up Wave
The route starts at Boat Parking — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Wave?
Wave is 421 m above sea level and lies in Wellington. Its prominence is 45 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Wave?
From Boat Parking it is about 9.4 km one way with 448 m of ascent. Expect around 5 h 3 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Wave?
The nearest parking is Boat Parking (south of the peak) — 9.4 km on foot · ↑ 448 m · about 5 h 3 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area south of the peak (about 13.8 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 Wave in Conquer?
Yes — Wave 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 Wave in the app
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