Conical Hill Walk
Conical Hill
A classic short walk that climbs through forest from the town centre to a summit lookout pavilion with views over the town and Hanmer Basin.
The Conical Hill Walk begins at the end of Conical Hill Road in the town centre. It follows a winding forest path that climbs gently for a round trip of about one hour, with an elevation gain of around 150 m. At the top, a wooden lookout pavilion overlooks the Hanmer Springs town, the surrounding plantation forest, and the distant Hanmer Mountains. In autumn, the deciduous trees below turn golden.
The walk is free, the track is in good condition, and it is ideal for stretching your legs before or after a soak in the hot pools. You can also descend and link up with forest trails that loop back to town.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa
- Hanmer Forest Park
- Hanmer Springs Animal Park
- Dog Stream Waterfall
- Mount Isobel
- Waiau Ferry Bridge Bungy & Thrillseekers Canyon Jet
- Mt Lyford Alpine Resort
- Lewis Pass