Kakawau
Mountain in West Coast · 447 m
The hike up Kakawau
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 Kakawau?
Kakawau is 447 m above sea level and lies in West Coast. Its prominence is 307 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Kakawau?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 13.2 km one way with 543 m of ascent. Expect around 6 h 40 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Kakawau?
The nearest parking is the parking area west of the peak — 13.2 km on foot · ↑ 543 m · about 6 h 40 min round trip. Alternative: Rasteplass (west of the peak) (about 14.0 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 Kakawau in Conquer?
Yes — Kakawau 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 Kakawau in the app
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