Mount Matthews

Mount Matthews is the highest peak in the Remutaka Range to the east of Wellington, New Zealand.

[1][2] Mt Matthews reaches a height of 940 metres and although not special on that account, it has significance in regard to its distinctive aspect as seen from the capital; it is the highest peak that can be seen on the sky line east of the city.

The mountain reaches just above the bushline and can be climbed as a day hike without mountaineering equipment but is nevertheless a strenuous and steep climb and a full day should be allowed by the time access to the feet of the ranges is included.

New Zealand archaeologist George Leslie Adkin was a notable climber of Mount Matthews.

[3] Native plants including nikau palms and kiekie vines are also seen on the trail.