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3,159 ft
Distance
871 ft
Climb
-35 ft
Descent
01:05:28
Avg time
837 ft
Altitude change
4,067 ft
Altitude min
4,909 ft
Altitude max
4,073 ft
Altitude start
4,908 ft
Altitude end
26.5%
Grade
-18%
Grade max
92.7%
Grade min
2,680 ft
Distance climb
371 ft
Distance down
49 ft
Distance flat
01:05:28
Avg time

Conical Hill Details

  • Activities
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Mount Aspiring National Park
    Arrowtown
  • Difficulty Rating
    Advanced Rate
  • Local Popularity
    75 in Hiking [+]
    • 75 in Trail Running
  • Global Ranking
    #31312 in Hiking [+]
    • #22988 in Trail Running
  • National Ranking
    #767 in Hiking · New Zealand [+]
    • #511 in Trail Running
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T4 Alpine Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Climb Difficulty
    Black Diamond
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Alpine Trail
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    No
  • Land Owner
    Department of Conservation

A short, steep climb from the Harris Saddle up Conical Hill gives superb views of the Hollyford Valley through to Lake McKerrow and beyond to Martins Bay and the Tasman Sea.

Be aware:
Snow and ice can sometimes make this trip hazardous early and late into the Great Walks season.
Due to rock fall danger, observe the no stopping zones along this track.

source: Department of Conservation
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Conical Hill located?
      Conical Hill is located in Mount Aspiring National Park, Arrowtown, New Zealand. It is part of the Mount Aspiring National Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -44.72703, 168.1704.
      ▼ How hard is Conical Hill?
      Conical Hill is rated as Advanced difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 26.5%. The climb difficulty is rated Black Diamond.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Conical Hill?
      Conical Hill has 871 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 35 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 4,067 ft to 4,909 ft.
      ▼ Is Conical Hill a point to point trail?
      Conical Hill is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Conical Hill?
      Conical Hill is 3,159 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Conical Hill?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Conical Hill. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ How do I access Conical Hill? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Conical Hill are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to hike Conical Hill?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 28 minutes to hike Conical Hill. The trail is 3,159 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Conical Hill?
      Conical Hill is a very popular trail. There have been 156 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 274 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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