more stats
2,664 ft
Distance
-338 ft
Descent
00:03:58
Avg time
-338 ft
Altitude change
670 ft
Altitude min
1,008 ft
Altitude max
1,008 ft
Altitude start
669 ft
Altitude end
-12.7%
Grade
-41.2%
Grade max
-1.7%
Grade min
2,664 ft
Distance down
00:03:58
Avg time

5th Amendment Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
  • Ref Number
    #20
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Voted Difficulty
    Double Black Diamond (2 votes)
  • Local Popularity
    95 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 35 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #453 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #82645 in E-Biking
    • #351757 in Trail Running
    • #411054 in Hiking
  • National Ranking
    #9 in Mountain Biking · New Zealand [+]
    • #1,809 in E-Biking
    • #4,172 in Trail Running
    • #4,170 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
    Popular Direction Shown
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • Land Owner
    Matangi Station MTB

If Hazard was tricky, rethink the 5th (pro line)

Access Info Restricted Access

Passes must be purchased before entry at: https://matangistationmtb.com/passes

Tags

Local Trail Association

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • Last: Oct 17, 2026
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5th Amendment Trail Reports

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on Feb 25, 2026
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Avg: 4.49 (6 votes)
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      Directions to 5th-amendment trailhead (-45.262820, 169.408630)

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      5.0 ★★★★★
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      5 Reviews & Comments

      skieralex
      Fun trail. I would say hazard country is a bit more gnarly, however this is a bit more janky. Probably the best lap at Matangi station.
      mylines mylines
      Guys that in my country is a red one. Come to Spain to ride, we dont have prolines here. Here if its black means dead.
      rattyboy rattyboy
      Agree with previous comments regarding grade. I found it easier than lower drainpipe. Lots of steep rock rolls but in short manageable sections. Couple of smallish drops. Rode it (slowly) on a hardtail and it was fine, really great trail overall.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is 5th Amendment located?
      5th Amendment is located in Matangi Station MTB, Alexandra, New Zealand. It is part of the Matangi Station MTB trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -45.26282, 169.40863.
      ▼ How hard is 5th Amendment?
      5th Amendment is rated as Proline difficulty. The average grade is 12.7%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for 5th Amendment?
      The trail has 338 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 670 ft to 1,008 ft.
      ▼ Is 5th Amendment a point to point trail?
      Yes, 5th Amendment is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is 5th Amendment?
      5th Amendment is 2,664 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on 5th Amendment?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on 5th Amendment. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride 5th Amendment?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride 5th Amendment are:
      • February (16 activities)
      • October (5 activities)
      • March (4 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How do I access 5th Amendment? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to 5th Amendment are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride 5th Amendment?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 4 minutes to ride 5th Amendment. The trail is 2,664 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is 5th Amendment?
      5th Amendment is a very popular trail. There have been 508 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 471 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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