10.0 miles
Distance
1,313 ft
Climb
-1,307 ft
Descent
1,768 ft
High Point

This is a fantastic intermediate cross-country/all mountain loop. For more details on riding in Rotorua or on this route and others check the link in the sidebar.

Detailed Description
Intermediate Cross Country Loop - RideSpots.com is a 10 mile popular intermediate route located near Rotorua. This mountain bike only route can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 31 trails. This route climbs 1,313 ft with a max elevation of 1,768 ft then descends -1,307 ft.
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  • Riding area
  • Primary Activity
    Mountain Bike
  • Difficulty rating
    Blue
  • Route Type
    Loop
  • Bike type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    One Direction
  • Physical rating
    Moderate
  • Ridelogs
    10
More Stats for Intermediate Cross Country Loop - RideSpots.com mountain bike route
  • Avg time
    1 hr 28 min
  • Altitude min
    1,061 ft
  • Altitude start
    1,061 ft
  • Altitude end
    1,066 ft
  • Grade max
    -49.5%
  • Grade min
    81.6%
  • Distance climb
    5 miles
  • Distance down
    4 miles
  • Distance flat
    1 mile
Avg: 5 (1 votes)
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