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Conical Hill

Hanmer Forest, Hanmer Springs, New Zealand
4.5 of 5 stars 25 Reviews
Type: Mountains
Most recent review
- May 19, 2012
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Perth, Australia
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35 reviews 35 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

Take a brisk walk to the top of the hill for a heart awaking stroll. Many of the town folk do the same. More

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Christchurch
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5 reviews 5 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2012

Nice walk up to the top of the hill. It's actually harder going than it looks at times so is good fitness. At the top the views are good but the hut at the top is a bit dilapidated. More

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Christchurch
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7 reviews 7 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2012

Conical hill is gentle enough for anyone to shamble up, but rewards with enough of a view of picturesque valley that contains Hanmer to be worth the modelst effort involved. More

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Christchurch, New Zealand
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5 reviews 5 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

Takes about 20 mins to the top, wide avenues with an easy gradient with a good view over Hanmer at the end. More

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Hamilton, New Zealand
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12 reviews 12 reviews
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2012

Nice zig-zaggy path up to the top - worth the effort for the fab views. More

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Halifax
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28 reviews 28 reviews
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2012

If you've a couple of hours to spare, or you don't want to immerse yourself in spa waters, walking up Conical Hill is a pleasant way to spend a couple of hours. It dosen't take that long to walk the distance but you'll want to stop and take in the views, especially at the top. It's quite steep but a... More

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Tauranga
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2012

A lovely uphill, and therefore healthy, walk on a good path zigzagging its way up the hill with tantalizing views through the trees. The views from the summit make it well worth the effort, and there is a covered area to sit in the shade if you feel the need. A very enjoyable walk in the coolness of the trees. More

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Christchurch
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22 reviews 22 reviews
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2012

This walk is a lot of fun, but it is all uphill, and therefore a little bit of effort is required. It takes about 1/2 to 3/4 of an hour to walk up, depending on how fast you take it. The track is smooth and wide, could be done with wheelchairs or strollers. The view from the top is fantastic!... More

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Christchurch, New Zealand
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9 reviews 9 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 20, 2012

Lovely to wonder around and enjoy nature as it should be More

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Evesham
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8 reviews 8 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 15, 2012

Walked out of Hanmer and climbed the hill. The path zigzags up through the trees to a lookout point at the top with views over Hanmer. Worth doing for a nice walk and a pleasant view and should be OK for anyone with moderate fitness. More

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