Windy
Mountain in Wellington · 386 m
The hike up Windy
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 Windy?
Windy is 386 m above sea level and lies in Wellington. Its prominence is 141 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Windy?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 18.4 km one way with 996 m of ascent. Expect around 10 h 22 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Windy?
The nearest parking is the parking area east of the peak — 18.4 km on foot · ↑ 996 m · about 10 h 22 min round trip. Alternative: Castlepoint Freedom Camping (east of the peak) (about 19.2 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 Windy in Conquer?
Yes — Windy 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 Windy in the app
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