3.9 miles
Distance
606 ft
Climb
-698 ft
Descent
864 ft
High Point
-92 ft
Altitude change
250 ft
Altitude min
344 ft
Altitude start
253 ft
Altitude end
-0.4%
Grade
-39.4%
Grade max
37.1%
Grade min
2 miles
Distance climb
2 miles
Distance down
541 ft
Distance flat

Great loop for a lunchtime ride. Easy access from Wellington CBD.

Detailed Description
New Polhill Loop is a 4 mile popular intermediate route located near Wellington. This mountain bike only route can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 4 trails. This route climbs 606 ft with a max elevation of 864 ft then descends -698 ft.

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Brooklyn Trail Builders (www.wmtbc.org.nz)
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Stats

  • Distance
    4 miles
  • Avg time
    42 min 22 sec
  • Altitude min
    250 ft
  • Altitude start
    344 ft
  • Altitude end
    253 ft
  • Climb
    606 ft
  • Descent
    -698 ft
  • Grade
    -0.4%
  • Grade max
    -39.4%
  • Grade min
    37.1%
  • Distance climb
    2 miles
  • Distance down
    2 miles
  • Distance flat
    541 ft

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  • Difficulty rating
    Blue
  • Route Type
    Loop
  • Bike type
    XC
  • Direction
    One Direction
  • Physical rating
    Moderate
  • Activity Logs
    149
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