Mount Cargill is a volcanic outcrop that forms part of Dunedin's northern skyline, with a transmitting station at its rugged summit. The summit has panoramic views over the greater Dunedin area. Several walks lead up to it. One popular route starts in old-growth forest at Bethune's Gully, climbs through rainforest where birds are plentiful, and gets steeper near the top, with steps in some places. A connecting track runs to the Organ Pipes.
Walkers reach the start by heading along North Road towards Normanby, turning left down Norwood Street and following the signed entrance to Bethune's Gully. Car parks are plentiful there, and bus services run within walking distance. Drivers can also go straight up to the summit by Cowan Road, on a rough road.