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SaveEnd of the Maitai Valley
Primary Trail Type: All-Mountain & Downhill
google parking directions plan a road trip here Access Info:
Either Maitai dam or Smiths Ford
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- Mountain Bike
31 trails
- E-Bike
13 trails
- Hike
16 trails
- Trail Running
16 trails
Region Details
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- 3
- 10
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Region Status
Open as of 3 daysStats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 31
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 31
- Trails E-Bike
- 13
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 8
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 5
- Trails Hike
- 16
- Trails Trail Running
- 16
- Total Distance
- 23 miles
- Total Descent
- 6,708 ft
- Total Vertical
- 1,115 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 1,141 ft
- Reports
- 2,304
- Photos
- 256
- Completed Counter
- 16,740
Popular Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers) Trails
• 100 ★ 3.2 • 2,684 ft • 141 ft • 1,394 •
Trail grade updated 2021. A moderate grade climbing trail from the skid site to the trig point and the start of Firball descent. Seating area and amazing views over Nelson await.
• 90 ★ 4.3 • 2,904 ft • 18 ft • 1,106 •
Flowy Bermed track with optional jumps and alternate lines.
• 90 ★ 3.7 • 3,071 ft • 253 ft • 966 •
Take Me To Your Leader (TM2YL) is a hand build single tack climb that links the bottom of the Turners and Lollipop trails with the start of Top Dog, Smasher and HotBox. It also creates a loop that leads back to the top of Turners, IV...
• 90 ★ 4.2 • 5,203 ft • 151 ft • 958 •
Moderate progressive grade downhill flow trail with rollable features. Link into lower firball at trail end from Jacks Hub. New trail grade in 2021
• 90 ★ 3.5 • 906 ft • 0 ft • 941 •
Link route from 'Middle Road' to 'middle of upper 'Firball', named after a local Nelson mountain biking legend.
• 90 ★ 4.5 • 4,016 ft • 60 ft • 630 •
Like Turners? then head up TM2YL and give this gem of a trail a hoon. This single track contains a ton of features including rocks, roots, berms, rollers, drop offs etc. its all here at an entry grade 5 that will leave you grinning from...
• 85 ★ 4.4 • 3,852 ft • 0 ft • 560 •
HotBox is a hand made single track, steep, off camber trail through forest. It starts with two decent jumps (which can be avoided) before getting steeper. It has been well made and the catches in the corners make it very rideable. Not...
Mountain Bike Routes
Maitai-Coppermine-Maitai Featured
★ 5.0 • 19 miles • 3,467 ft • 0 •
Coppermine 'Dun Mountain Trail' from the Maitai Esplanade (Campground) loop via Te Ara Kōpiko. Park at...
8 miles • 1,936 ft • 8 •
The junior course for the NZ Schools MTB Champs October 2025
13 miles • 4,048 ft • 17 •
Ride up fringed hill then down Maitai side, then up Linton Hill track to access Keyboard Warrior
Photos of Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers) Mountain Bike
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Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| Te Tirohanga Whenua o Koata (Koata Whenua) | Oct 23, 2026 @ 4:11pm (Pacific/Auckland) 3 days | Ideal | tamallama | ||
| Maitai River Crossing | Oct 23, 2026 @ 4:11pm (Pacific/Auckland) 3 days | Ideal | tamallama | ||
| Smasher (Lower) | Oct 23, 2026 @ 4:11pm (Pacific/Auckland) 3 days | Ideal | tamallama | ||
| Smasher (Upper) | Oct 23, 2026 @ 4:11pm (Pacific/Auckland) 3 days | Ideal | tamallama | ||
| Smasher Climb | Oct 23, 2026 @ 4:11pm (Pacific/Auckland) 3 days | Ideal | tamallama | ||
| Maitai Valley Road | Oct 14, 2026 @ 8:26am (Pacific/Auckland) Oct 13, 2026 | Ideal | Love4riding WGTV | ||
| HotBox | Oct 9, 2026 @ 4:01pm (Pacific/Auckland) Oct 8, 2026 | Dry | stevecopley WGTV | ||
| Top Dog Saddle Exit | Oct 9, 2026 @ 4:01pm (Pacific/Auckland) Oct 8, 2026 | Dry | stevecopley WGTV | ||
| Top Dog | Oct 9, 2026 @ 4:01pm (Pacific/Auckland) Oct 8, 2026 | Dry | stevecopley WGTV | ||
| Take Me To Your Leader Extension | Oct 9, 2026 @ 4:01pm (Pacific/Auckland) Oct 8, 2026 | Ideal | stevecopley WGTV |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| tamallama | add | report | activity #106539532 and 4 more | Oct 24, 2026 @ 8:06pm 14 hours |
| JoshWhelan | ridden | trail | activity #106529653 and 21 more | Oct 24, 2026 @ 3:51pm 19 hours |
| Jpwhistler | ridden | trail | activity #106463132 | Oct 23, 2026 @ 6:26pm 2 days |
| MartyCV0uQl | wishlist | trail | activity #106314120 | Oct 21, 2026 @ 12:54am Oct 21, 2026 |
| Love4riding | add | report | activity #105887856 | Oct 14, 2026 @ 1:27pm Oct 14, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| trail | Such a good tech track, love it! | Sep 27, 2026 @ 4:01pm Sep 27, 2026 | ||
| trail | Still putting the finishing touches on it ,... | May 14, 2026 @ 3:23pm May 14, 2026 | ||
| report | To | Apr 10, 2026 @ 8:01pm Apr 10, 2026 | ||
| report | Both good suggestions. I rode it today for my... | Feb 24, 2026 @ 5:57pm Feb 24, 2026 | ||
| trail | Tree down near top | Jan 31, 2026 @ 8:57am Jan 31, 2026 |
Nearby Areas
| name | distance | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Codgers | 1 | 5 | 0.4 km | ||
| The Grampians | 1 | 2 | 1.8 km | ||
| Fringed Hill Nelson | 7 | 5 | 1.9 km | ||
| Coppermine | 2 | 2 km | |||
| Waitarake/Sharlands | 2 | 7 | 4 | 2.1 km |
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Bike & Skill Parks
| name | type | city | rating |
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| Branford Jumps | skill park | Nelson | |
| Codgers Skills Park | skill park | Nelson |
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Bike | 31 | 23 miles | 6,709 ft | 10 miles | 1,115 ft | #819 | #30 | 254 | 2,302 | 14 | 10,227 | |
| E-Bike | 13 | 12 miles | 3,117 ft | 5 miles | 1,089 ft | #2,689 | #65 | 940 | 1,620 | |||
| Gravel Bike | 8 | 12 miles | 840 ft | 3 miles | 988 ft | #591 | #24 | 106 | 22 | |||
| Adaptive Bike | 5 | 9 miles | 794 ft | 3 miles | 988 ft | #584 | #23 | 247 | ||||
| Hike | 16 | 15 miles | 1,201 ft | 4 miles | 1,115 ft | #5,230 | #103 | 1 | 1,996 | 55 | ||
| Trail Running | 16 | 15 miles | 1,201 ft | 4 miles | 1,115 ft | #3,842 | #76 | 1 | 1,977 | 1,258 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers)?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers) are:
- Smasher (Lower) (4.5/5)
- Te Ara Rere o Koata ( Koata Rere ) (4.3/5)
- Top Dog (4.3/5)
- Lollipop (4.3/5)
- HotBox (4.3/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers)?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers) are:
- March (89 activities)
- September (85 activities)
- February (75 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers)?
There are 3 parking locations listed in Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers). The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
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What is the longest trail in Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers)?
The longest trail in Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers) is Hulk'n Hogan at 5,203 ft. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers)?
The best hiking trails in Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers) are:
- Te Tirohanga Whenua o Koata (Koata Whenua)
- Te Ara Kōpiko (Lower)
- Te Ara Kōpiko (Upper)
- Firball Climb
- Take Me To Your Leader
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers)?
The best trail running trails in Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers) are:
- Te Ara Kōpiko (Lower)
- Te Ara Kōpiko (Upper)
- Te Tirohanga Whenua o Koata (Koata Whenua)
- Take Me To Your Leader
- Firball Climb
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How many trails are in Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers)?
Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers) has a total of 31 trails. Browse top mountain biking trails in Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers) to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers)?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers) is Te Tirohanga Whenua o Koata (Koata Whenua) with 494 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers)?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers) is HotBox with 760 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers)?
Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers) supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers)?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers) is Smasher Climb with an average grade of 11.8%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers)?
Yes, there are 1 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers). Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
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Are the trails open in Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers)?
The overall region status for Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers) is Clear / Green. Out of 32 trails:
- Clear / Green: 28
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 4
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Can I ride an ebike in Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers)?
Yes, Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers) supports e-bike riding. There are 14 trails in Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers) that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers)?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers) are: View all mountain biking routes in Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers).
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What type of bike is most common in Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers)?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers) are:
- AM (62 activities)
- XC (4 activities)
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers)?
The most popular Strava segments in Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers) are:
- Smiths Ford to Poleford Bridge Gravel (7,722 athletes)
- Maitai Dam Carpark to Campground (5,317 athletes)
- Turners Top Half - 2019 (4,431 athletes)
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers)?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Koata Park (formerly Maitai-Codgers) are:
- Te Ara Rere o Koata ( Koata Rere )
- Smasher (Upper)
- Te Tirohanga Marama o Koata (Koata Marama)
- Te Tirohanga Whenua o Koata (Koata Whenua)
- Deadly Viper Assassination Squad (DiVAS) (Lower)
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