more stats
1.5 miles
Distance
128 ft
Climb
-240 ft
Descent
00:12:38
Avg time
-113 ft
Altitude change
165 ft
Altitude min
295 ft
Altitude max
278 ft
Altitude start
164 ft
Altitude end
-1.4%
Grade
-17.4%
Grade max
16.5%
Grade min
2,356 ft
Distance climb
5,276 ft
Distance down
499 ft
Distance flat
00:12:38
Avg time

Aotearoa Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
  • Riding Area
    Waitangi Mountain Bike Park
    Paihia
  • Difficulty Rating
    Green Rate
  • Local Popularity
    25 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 30 in E-Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #125450 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #105638 in E-Biking
  • National Ranking
    #2,849 in Mountain Biking · New Zealand [+]
    • #2,091 in E-Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1

We live in Aotearoa, paradise, heaven on earth. Long ago, a rich majesty was sown deep within the soil. Unseen by our physical eyes, its magnificent bounty forever swells up from beneath the land. Do you wonder, for such a small population, how are we able to successfully compete on the world stage against gigantically over-sized countries? Our people are of like mind, hearts intertwined, talent galore, oozing with endless potential. Aotearoa is our home. We are the humble nation of proud champions. Kia kaha, kia maia, kia manawanui.

Access Info

From the end of Te Pito (top of Zone 5)

Tags

Local Trail Association

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 1 rides
  • 13 miles average
6 Months
  • 4 rides
  • 13 miles avg distance
All
  • 57 rides
  • Last: Oct 23, 2026
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Aotearoa Trail Reports

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Oct 24, 2026 @ 8:47pm (Pacific/Auckland)
2 hours
 The team at waitangi mountain bike park, have done an awesome job rebuilding this track. great flow and small jumps, much more open than it used...
Oct 16, 2026 @ 7:19pm (Pacific/Auckland)
Oct 15, 2026
 Open again after rebuild, due to logging
Oct 16, 2026 @ 7:17pm (Pacific/Auckland)
Oct 15, 2026
 open again after rebuild due to logging
Jun 29, 2026 @ 9:16am (Pacific/Auckland)
Jun 28, 2026
Closed due to logging
Jun 14, 2025 @ 10:19pm
Jun 14, 2025
 Few smaller fallen branches, pretty slippery in areas, other than that trail in good condition
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on Oct 24, 2026
Dry
Avg: 4.11 (2 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      Directions to aotearoa trailhead (-35.262400, 174.037530)
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      MTB Over Fifty - Aotearoa Trail - Waitangi MTB...
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      11:00 | 543 | Apr 6, 2019 , Paihia
      Once upon a time in New Zealand
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      23:32 | 2306 | Mar 13, 2020 , Paihia
      4.5 ★★★★★
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      4 Reviews & Comments

      wheeledfield wheeledfield
      Trail is currently closed due to logging
      wheeledfield wheeledfield
      Trail in Good condition 2/1/24, some small branches on trail after recent heavy winds
      thatpeskylimey
      Fun and flowy with little jumps and rollers to pump

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Aotearoa located?
      Aotearoa is located in Waitangi Mountain Bike Park, Paihia, New Zealand. It is part of the Waitangi Mountain Bike Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -35.2624, 174.03753.
      ▼ How hard is Aotearoa?
      Aotearoa is rated as Green difficulty. The average grade is 1.4%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Aotearoa?
      Aotearoa has 128 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 240 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 165 ft to 295 ft.
      ▼ How long is Aotearoa?
      Aotearoa is 1.5 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Aotearoa?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Aotearoa. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ How do I access Aotearoa? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Aotearoa are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Aotearoa?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 13 minutes to ride Aotearoa. The trail is 1.5 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Aotearoa?
      Aotearoa is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 319 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 322 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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