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Mountain Bike

6.1 miles

Distance

1,399 ft

Climb

-1,393 ft

Descent

1,302 ft

High Point

From the carpark, climb to the summit via the iconic suspension bridge using Koru, Sally Alley, Upswing and Aratihi (or for a more challenging ride, after Sally Alley, head down Missing Link and up Aratihi). After taking in the spectacular views from the Mākara Peak summit, descend via super fun Pōhatu and Starfish for a thrilling 2.9km grade 4 downhill run.

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Advanced Loop is a 6 mile popular advanced route located near Wellington. This mountain bike primary route can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 4 trails. This route climbs 1,399 ft with a max elevation of 1,302 ft then descends -1,393 ft.

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Makara Peak MTB Park Supporters (www.makarapeak.org)

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Riding area

Mākara Peak Mountain Bike Park
Primary Activity

Mountain Bike
Other Activities
- E-Bike
Difficulty rating

Advanced
Route Type

Loop
eBike Allowed

Yes
Bike type

AM, XC
Direction

One Direction
Physical rating

Moderate

Altitude min

442 ft
Altitude start

446 ft
Altitude end

449 ft
Grade max

-54.8%
Grade min

44%
Distance climb

3 miles
Distance down

3 miles
Distance flat

4,770 ft

Koru Shortcut

Sally Alley

Three Brothers (Part 1)

Walk west on Koru.
Continue for 400 meters.
Keep left to stay on Koru.
Continue for 2 kilometers.
Turn left onto Sally Alley.
Continue for 800 meters.
Turn right to stay on Sally Alley.
Continue for 500 meters.
Make a sharp right onto Tower 18 Connector.
Continue for 40 meters.
Turn left onto Three Brothers (Part 1).
Continue for 400 meters.

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status	trail	date	condition	description
	Sally Alley	May 31, 2025 @ 9:43am May 31, 2025
	Three Brothers (Part 1)	May 31, 2025 @ 9:43am May 31, 2025
	Upswing	May 31, 2025 @ 9:43am May 31, 2025
	Koru Shortcut	May 12, 2025 @ 12:44pm May 12, 2025