South AfricaKwaZulu-NatalHodgson's Peak South

Hodgson's Peak South

Mountain in KwaZulu-Natal · 3,257 m

3,257 m
Elevation
56 m
Prominence
4.7 km
Hike length one way
-29.6239, 29.2847
Coordinates (N, E)

The hike up Hodgson's Peak South

4.7 km
one way
383 m
of ascent
2 h 47 min
round trip

The route starts at the nearest registered starting point — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.

2,874 m4.7 km · 3,217 m

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Parking and starting point

1Parking area
parking · north of the peak
4.7 km on foot · ↑ 383 m · about 2 h 47 min round trip
Directions in Google Maps ↗

Check signage and any parking fees on site.

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Frequently asked questions

How high is Hodgson's Peak South?

Hodgson's Peak South is 3,257 m above sea level and lies in KwaZulu-Natal. Its prominence is 56 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.

How long is the hike up Hodgson's Peak South?

From the nearest registered starting point it is about 4.7 km one way with 383 m of ascent. Expect around 2 h 47 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.

Where do you park for Hodgson's Peak South?

The nearest parking is the parking area north of the peak — 4.7 km on foot · ↑ 383 m · about 2 h 47 min round trip. In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.

Can I log Hodgson's Peak South in Conquer?

Yes — Hodgson's Peak South is one of 7,503 peaks in South Africa 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.

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