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Things to do in Hanmer Springs, Conical Hill Walk

29/3/2023

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Hanmer Springs iconic walk, Conical Hill, is as famous as the thermal pools!
Our Star rating is 5 out of 5 (from Hanmer Apartments).
Estimated time is 45 minutes to 1 hour return loop, even for very young or very old.
Distance is 2.5 km return, bikes not allowed. Track is well maintained.
Elevation gain is 150 m up & same back down, maximum elevation is 550 m above sea level, at the summit.
Terrain is constant slope in zig zag with a short steep start before on track proper.
Fitness required is easy or novice (everyone including young kids can do this from age 4).
Sensible walking shoes required, suitable for prams & buggies with fat wheels.
Dogs can use this trail but must be kept on a leash.
Conical Hill Hanmer Springs
Features:
Hanmer Springs iconic walk showcases a fantastic panorama view of basin & mountain ranges surrounding village.
Perfect for all ages from 4 to 94 years old.
Exotic plantings from early 1900’s featuring Western Hemlock, Giant Fir, Japanese Cypress, Lawson’s Cypress as well as natives.
At the summit, a shelter gives you a resting place for relaxation & observation.
Look for the metal structure close to the shelter which names all the mountains within view & their heights.
Look for Mt Isobel walk & Mt Dumblane walk, which are described in other blogs.
Great shelter throughout entire track assists in those hot summer days.
Opportunity to extend walk around to Woodland walk & others for further enjoyment.
View from Conical Hill
How to get there:
From Hanmer Springs village travel north straight up Conical Hill Roan (main road) for ½ km & park your car on side road where the Greenacres billboard stands. Walk up steep incline for 100m until you see the sign and stairway entrance. (Total is 1 minutes’ drive from the thermal pools).
Safety:
This walk is easy so if you run into fowl weather, you will still finish quickly & safely back to your car.
Hanmer Springs, Conical Hill
Further advice:
Naturally, you can ask Amy or Shane at Hanmer Apartments when you stay with us!
Hanmer Springs Conical Hill view
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    • Patio Views
    • Activities Adrenalin
    • Activities Relaxing
    • motel for sale hanmer springs
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