Mount Kaukau

Mount Kaukau is situated on the western side of Wellington harbour near Johnsonville and Khandallah, and is the highest point overlooking Wellington Harbour. The summit is 445 metres above sea level and is the most visible high point in the Wellington landscape.

Several walking tracks lead to the summit. The tracks are well formed and the view is worthwhile. One route leads through the Khandallah Reserve, another from Simla Crescent and a side track goes to Johnsonville. Spectacular views of the city, harbour and the Rimutaka and Tararua Ranges can be experienced from the summit.