Mount Rosa
Mountain in KwaZulu-Natal · 304 m
The hike up Mount Rosa
The route starts at Umzinto — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Mount Rosa?
Mount Rosa is 304 m above sea level and lies in KwaZulu-Natal. Its prominence is 88 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Mount Rosa?
From Umzinto it is about 4.9 km one way with 266 m of ascent. Expect around 2 h 37 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Mount Rosa?
The nearest starting point is Umzinto (southeast of the peak) — 4.9 km on foot · ↑ 266 m · about 2 h 37 min round trip. In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Mount Rosa in Conquer?
Yes — Mount Rosa 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.
Conquer Mount Rosa in the app
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