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For the well-known peak in Milford Sound, see Mitre Peak (New Zealand).
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Pukeamoamo / Mitre
Pukeamoamo / Mitre is located in New Zealand
Pukeamoamo / Mitre
Pukeamoamo / Mitre
Location in New Zealand
Highest point
Elevation 1571m
Prominence 1331m
Isolation 113km
Naming
Native name Pukeamoamo  (Māori)
Geography
Location Carterton District, Wellington Region, New Zealand
Parent range Tararua Range

Pukeamoamo / Mitre is the highest mountain of the Tararua Range, situated in the lower North Island of New Zealand. It has a total height of 1,571 metres (5,154 ft).

The mountain was named after its double peak that resembles a bishop's mitre.

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