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12.5 miles
Distance
2,752 ft
Climb
-1,313 ft
Descent
02:52:54
Avg time
1,439 ft
Altitude change
778 ft
Altitude min
2,389 ft
Altitude max
779 ft
Altitude start
2,218 ft
Altitude end
2.2%
Grade
-54%
Grade max
64.5%
Grade min
8 miles
Distance climb
3 miles
Distance down
4,551 ft
Distance flat
02:52:54
Avg time
Big River Details
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Activities
- Mountain Bike
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- Trail Running
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Riding AreaBlacks Point
Reefton -
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Local Popularity85 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 5 in Trail Running
- 5 in Hiking
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Hiking SAC ScaleT2 Mountain Hiking
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Trail TypeDirt/Gravel Road
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Bike TypeXC, Gravel, Adaptive MTB
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DirectionBoth DirectionsPopular Direction Shown
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Climb DifficultyBlack Diamond
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Physical RatingExtreme
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Trail VisibilityAlways easy to follow
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Dogs AllowedYes
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TTFs on TrailBridge, Rock Garden
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Land Owner
Reefton - Big River is a challenging ride on a rough 4WD track. It includes mixed surfaces of gravel, mud and rock with some steep descents.
The track, twisting through regenerating beech forest, passes many mining sites before opening out to the barren Big River settlement. This track includes sections of gravel road and rougher rocky sections, as well as stream crossings which flood in heavy rain. Enjoy lunch or an overnight stay at Big River Hut. Ride out the same way or carry on along the Waiuta Track.
The road is also used by walkers and 4WD vehicles.
Do not ignore the "DANGER: DO NOT DRINK WATER OR TOUCH SOIL IN THIS AREA" signs due to contamination from the mining.
source: DOC Reefton Website
Access Info
A 4WD track starts 9 km along Soldiers Road, after the Alborns Track carpark. Soldiers Road turnoff is signposted on SH7, just south of Reefton.
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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- 51 miles avg distance
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(-42.145570, 171.856980)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Big River
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Where is Big River located?
Big River is located in Blacks Point, Reefton, New Zealand. It is part of the Blacks Point trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -42.14557, 171.85698.
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What is the elevation gain for Big River?
Big River has 2,752 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 1,313 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 778 ft to 2,389 ft.
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Is Big River a point to point trail?
Big River is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is dirt/gravel road.
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How long is Big River?
Big River is 12.5 miles long. The trail type is dirt/gravel road.
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