2.0 miles
Distance
286 ft
Climb
-275 ft
Descent
341 ft
High Point
10 ft
Altitude change
135 ft
Altitude min
142 ft
Altitude start
154 ft
Altitude end
0.1%
Grade
-29.5%
Grade max
25.9%
Grade min
4,416 ft
Distance climb
4,557 ft
Distance down
1,385 ft
Distance flat

Introductory Loop and hell it's a great loop to do just for fun and to warm up before hitting up the rest of the park....

Detailed Description
Haven Loop v3.0 is a 2 mile moderately popular intermediate route located near Christchurch. This mountain bike primary route can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 16 trails. This route climbs 286 ft with a max elevation of 341 ft then descends -275 ft.
Tags
BermsFamily friendly

Trail Issues on Route

  • Closed: 6 trails (newest: Jan 20, 2026)

Local Trail Association

McQueens Valley Mountain Bike Club (www.havenmtb.org.nz)
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Stats

  • Distance
    2 miles
  • Avg time
    34 min 42 sec
  • Altitude min
    135 ft
  • Altitude start
    142 ft
  • Altitude end
    154 ft
  • Climb
    286 ft
  • Descent
    -275 ft
  • Grade
    0.1%
  • Grade max
    -29.5%
  • Grade min
    25.9%
  • Distance climb
    4,416 ft
  • Distance down
    4,557 ft
  • Distance flat
    1,385 ft

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Details

  • Riding area
  • Primary Activity
    Mountain Bike
  • Other Activities
    • E-Bike
    • Gravel Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Difficulty rating
    Blue
  • Route Type
    Loop
  • Bikepacking
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
  • Bike type
    AM, XC, Fat, CX, Gravel
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Physical rating
    Moderate
Avg: 5 (1 votes)
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  • Singletrack
  • Unpaved
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Recent Trail Reports Along Route

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River Track
Jan 21, 2026 @ 10:37am (Pacific/Auckland)
Jan 20, 2026
The park is CLOSED whilst we undergo some extensive tree felling, this should take about three months. reporter
River Track Xtn
Jan 21, 2026 @ 10:37am (Pacific/Auckland)
Jan 20, 2026
The park is CLOSED whilst we undergo some extensive tree felling, this should take about three months. reporter
Paddock Racer
Jan 21, 2026 @ 10:37am (Pacific/Auckland)
Jan 20, 2026
The park is CLOSED whilst we undergo some extensive tree felling, this should take about three months. reporter
Give It A Go
Jan 21, 2026 @ 10:37am (Pacific/Auckland)
Jan 20, 2026
The park is CLOSED whilst we undergo some extensive tree felling, this should take about three months. reporter
Frank'n'Furter
Jan 21, 2026 @ 10:37am (Pacific/Auckland)
Jan 20, 2026
The park is CLOSED whilst we undergo some extensive tree felling, this should take about three months. reporter
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  • By Mr-Haven MVMBC & contributors
  • #33327 - 845 views

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