Mount Cargill

#23 among destinations in New Zealand

Nature, Natural attraction, Top attraction, Volcano

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Mount Cargill, a dormant volcano that rises above the city of Dunedin, is a prominent landmark in New Zealand's Otago region. With its summit reaching an elevation of 676 meters, the mountain offers panoramic views of the surrounding area, including the Otago Peninsula, Dunedin city, and the vast Pacific Ocean.

Named after Captain William Cargill, a notable figure in the early settlement of the region, Mount Cargill is not only a geological wonder but also a site of ecological importance. The volcano's slopes are home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including several species of rare birds and unique plant life that are native to New Zealand.

For the adventurous, Mount Cargill provides a network of hiking trails that cater to all levels of fitness. The most popular route is the Mount Cargill Walk, which takes hikers through lush native bush and offers several lookout points along the way. The path culminates at the summit, where the remnants of volcanic activity can be observed, and the extensive views can be fully appreciated.

In addition to its natural beauty, the mountain is also a site of historical significance. The remnants of early Maori settlements can be found on its slopes, and the mountain itself is considered of spiritual importance to the local iwi (tribe).

Alternative names: Coordinates: 45°48'47"S, 170°33'18"E

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Mount Cargill – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Dunedin Botanic Garden, University Oval, Holy Trinity Church, Baldwin Street.

3.5 miSW
Botanical garden, Park, Garden
Dunedin Botanic Garden, Dunedin
90 min walk • Nestled within the vibrant city of Dunedin, New Zealand, lies the Dunedin Botanic Garden, an oasis of tranquility and natural beauty. Established in 1863, this historic park spans 30.4 hectares and holds the distinction of being the oldest botanical garden in New...
3.9 miS
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
University Oval, Dunedin
100 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Dunedin, New Zealand, the University Oval stands as a premier sporting venue, renowned for its picturesque setting and vibrant atmosphere. This historic ground is not only a focal point for university sports but also an international cricketing...
3.3 miE
Church
Holy Trinity Church, Port Chalmers
84 min walk • Holy Trinity Church is an Anglican church in Port Chalmers, New Zealand. The church building is constructed in volcanic stone and has some fine stained glass, and is listed as a Category I Historic Place.
2.7 miS
Street
Baldwin Street, Dunedin
70 min walk • Baldwin Street, located in the city of Dunedin, New Zealand, holds the unique distinction of being the steepest residential street in the world according to the Guinness World Records. This remarkable street stretches over a relatively short distance, but what it lacks...
3.9 miSW
Synagogue
Dunedin Synagogue, Dunedin
99 min walk • The Dunedin Synagogue is an historic synagogue in Dunedin, New Zealand. It is reputedly the world's southernmost permanent synagogue, although a further synagogue operated briefly in King Edward Street, South Dunedin from late 2017 until 2019.
3.5 miNE
Locality
Orokonui Ecosanctuary
89 min walk • Orokonui Ecosanctuary, called Te Korowai o Mihiwaka in Māori, is an ecological island wildlife reserve developed by the Otago Natural History Trust in the Orokonui Valley between Waitati and Pūrākaunui, New Zealand, 20 km to the north of central Dunedin.
3.6 miSW
Historical place, Monuments and statues, Cemetery
Dunedin Northern Cemetery, Dunedin
92 min walk • The Dunedin Northern Cemetery is a major historic cemetery in the southern New Zealand city of Dunedin. It is located on a sloping site close to Lovelock Avenue on a spur of Signal Hill close to the Dunedin Botanic Gardens and the suburb of Opoho, overlooking Dunedin North and Logan Park.
3.9 miS
Park
Logan Park, Dunedin
100 min walk • Logan Park is a sporting venue in the city of Dunedin, New Zealand. It lies on land reclaimed from the former Lake Logan.
1.4 miS
Park
Bethune's Gully, Dunedin
35 min walk • Bethune's Gully is notable geological feature of northern Dunedin, in the South Island of New Zealand. It is located close to the suburb of Normanby towards the northern end of North East Valley.
3.6 miSW
Nature, Lake, Natural attraction
Ross Creek Reservoir, Dunedin
92 min walk • The Ross Creek Reservoir is an artificial lake in Dunedin, New Zealand. One of the oldest artificial lakes in the country, and the oldest water supply reservoir still in use in the country, it was created in the 1860s to provide water for the city of Dunedin, at that time in the middle of rapid expansion due to the Otago goldrush.
4.1 miSW
45°51'11"S • 170°29'35"E
Otago Golf Club, Dunedin
104 min walk • Golf, Outdoor activities