Mt Miserable Conical Peak Route

Much of this route is either access-easement across private property, or along the boundary fence of the Waianakarua Scenic Reserve. No dogs or hunting are allowed on easements across private property. The route can be walked in either direction – this description details starting at Waianakarua Scenic Reserve carpark. From the carpark follow signs and markers heading west along the fenceline uphill onto Mt Miserable. It is approximately 2 hrs (4 km) to Bell Saddle. Just before Bell Saddle a short signposted side trip will take you via an easement to the high point of Mt Miserable. The route then continues along the boundary of the scenic reserve for 2.5 km before the final 11 km of marked access-easement, mostly along farm tracks, to the Conical Peak carpark on SH85.