Mount Cavendish, Mountain summit in Port Hills, Christchurch, New Zealand.
Mount Cavendish rises 448 meters above sea level, forming part of the crater wall of an extinct volcano that created Lyttelton Harbour.
Originally named Hill Morten in 1912 by Harry Ell, the mountain received its current name after Richard Cavendish of the Canterbury Association.
The Mount Cavendish Reserve protects geological formations and natural features that demonstrate the volcanic origins of the Port Hills region.
The Christchurch Gondola provides direct access to the summit, while hiking trails include the Crater Rim Walkway and Bridle Path routes.
The mountain displays exceptional examples of ancient lava flows and offers views extending across Christchurch city and Lyttelton Harbour.
GPS coordinates: -43.58908,172.71630
Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:04
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