Néhoué

Néhoué is a 317-meter summit in New Caledonia that rises above the surrounding tropical landscape. The peak sits at coordinates -21.566667 latitude and 165.966667 longitude in the island's interior.

The peak served as a geographical reference point during France's colonial mapping efforts in New Caledonia in the 19th century. Early cartographers relied on distinctive mountain summits like this one to chart the island's terrain.

The Kanak people of New Caledonia incorporate the natural formations like Néhoué into their traditional stories and territorial understandings.

The best time to visit is during the dry season when trails are more passable and visibility is clearer. Bring sturdy footwear and plenty of water since the routes are steep and offer little shade along the way.

From the summit, visitors can overlook several water sources including the Rivière de Ciu and mountain streams flowing through the terrain. These waterways shape the ecological system of the surrounding forest landscape.

Location: New Caledonia

Elevation above the sea: 317 m

GPS coordinates: -21.56667,165.96667

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:22