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1,335 ft
Distance
-375 ft
Descent
00:03:21
Avg time
-375 ft
Altitude change
236 ft
Altitude min
611 ft
Altitude max
611 ft
Altitude start
236 ft
Altitude end
-28.1%
Grade
-70.9%
Grade max
-8.2%
Grade min
1,335 ft
Distance down
00:03:21
Avg time

3rd Base Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
  • Riding Area
    Christchurch Adventure Park
    Christchurch
  • Difficulty Rating
    Double Black Diamond Rate
  • Local Popularity
    55 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 40 in E-Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #40372 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #90030 in E-Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
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  • Physical Rating
    Extreme
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Bridge, Drop, Jump, Gap Jump, Rock Face, Rock Garden
  • Land Owner
    Christchurch Adventure Park

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3rd Base is a highly rated 407 m moderately popular double black diamond difficulty singletrack trail located near Christchurch. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only and has a extreme overall physical rating. It features berm, bridge, drop, jump, gap jump, rock face and rock garden. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 16 miles average
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  • 37 rides
  • 20 miles avg distance
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  • 499 rides
  • Last: Aug 21, 2026
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 Runs god, some of the jumps might benefit from some love!
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        Directions to 3rd-base trailhead (-43.596860, 172.636660)
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        Frequently Asked Questions About 3rd Base

        ▼ Where is 3rd Base located?
        3rd Base is located in Christchurch Adventure Park, Christchurch, New Zealand. It is part of the Christchurch Adventure Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -43.59686, 172.63666.
        ▼ How hard is 3rd Base?
        3rd Base is rated as Double Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Extreme. The average grade is 28.1%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for 3rd Base?
        The trail has 375 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 236 ft to 611 ft.
        ▼ Is 3rd Base a point to point trail?
        Yes, 3rd Base is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is 3rd Base?
        3rd Base is 1,335 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on 3rd Base?
        There is no information about dogs being allowed on 3rd Base. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride 3rd Base?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride 3rd Base are:
        • October (60 activities)
        • March (28 activities)
        • January (27 activities)
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        ▼ How do I access 3rd Base? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to 3rd Base are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride 3rd Base?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 4 minutes to ride 3rd Base. The trail is 1,335 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is 3rd Base?
        3rd Base is a moderately popular trail. There have been 5,707 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 6,167 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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