5.9 miles
Distance
476 ft
Climb
-475 ft
Descent
1,201 ft
High Point
This is a great beginner mountain bike loop in the Whakarewarewa Forest in Rotorua New Zealand.
Detailed Description
Beginner Loop - Rotorua, New Zealand is a 6 mile popular easy route located near Rotorua. This mountain bike only route can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating. This route includes 12 trails. This route climbs 476 ft with a max elevation of 1,201 ft then descends -475 ft.
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5 Reviews & Comments
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Gonezo
(Mar 26, 2020 at 2:51)

Trail Creek
Great length and variety on this trail. Some nice flowy short downhill sections and short climbs as well. Flat overall though, and a real labyrinth of a section on the last 1/3 through the redwood trees.
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Trails in Route
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1,598 ft |
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Riding area
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Primary ActivityMountain Bike
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Difficulty ratingGreen
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Route TypeLoop
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Bike typeXC
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Physical ratingEasy
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More Stats for Beginner Loop - Rotorua, New Zealand mountain bike route
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Altitude min1,076 ft
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Altitude start1,082 ft
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Altitude end1,083 ft
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Grade max-19.4%
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Grade min13.8%
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Distance climb3 miles
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Distance down2 miles
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Distance flat4,377 ft
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Redwoods Picnic: Shotgun Kids MTB Seat
trail: Dipper
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May 23, 2019
Father and Son going for a ride and having a picnic. Filmed in the Whakarewarewa Forest, Rotorua, New Zealand.
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