more stats
3,839 ft
Distance
-307 ft
Descent
00:08:10
Avg time
-307 ft
Altitude change
1,847 ft
Altitude min
2,155 ft
Altitude max
2,155 ft
Altitude start
1,847 ft
Altitude end
-8%
Grade
-18.6%
Grade max
0.7%
Grade min
3,665 ft
Distance down
174 ft
Distance flat
00:08:10
Avg time

Billy T Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
  • Riding Area
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    55 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 60 in E-Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #255 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #3060 in E-Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Drop, Jump, Wallride

July 2026:

Top gone to the logging....still there from the natives down and just had a full refresh Avoid in the wet and the frost until summer of 2026 so the hard work dont get done in eh. Take Underbilly/www.trailforks.com/trails/underbilly/]Underbilly[/L] from the old shuttle drop off and ride that rebuilt goodness all the way down...you'll be on Billy T when ya hit the natives!


Old info:



Starts from the top of Tawa end on Moerangi Rd. Sweet flowing downhill singletrack.
Downhill craziness that feels extreme but isn’t, if you can get up to it the Billy is the best. I can't believe riders are rating this as a 3! This trail is so sweet I could kiss it. It rides particularly well in the spring after the trail has dried a bit and before the summer sun bakes it to dust. There are so many lines you want to ride it again and again, plus it provides a great connection to Moerangi then to Loop Rd and Split Enz.
It's not super technical - give it a smack.

January 2020 - has been reopened after logging to be Billy T again.

The open areas of this trail can succumb to frost damage, so please avoid when frosty.

source: Ride Rotorua
Access Info

From the shuttle drop, continue up the hill for 200M

Local Trail Association

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 10 rides
  • 26 miles average
6 Months
  • 75 rides
  • 25 miles avg distance
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  • 828 rides
  • Last: Sep 10, 2026
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Billy T Trail Reports

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Jan 8, 2026 @ 8:29pm (Pacific/Auckland)
Jan 7, 2026
Jan 8, 2026 @ 8:27pm (Pacific/Auckland)
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Dec 3, 2025 @ 8:06am (Pacific/Auckland)
Dec 2, 2025
Fun ride, only a few puddles after recent rain. Entrance is now via "link track" on the Eagle vs Shark side of the road, which runs alongside the...
Oct 12, 2025 @ 1:35pm (Pacific/Auckland)
Oct 11, 2025
Top part of Billy T no longer exists. Entry from shuttle is via underbilly.
Aug 10, 2025 @ 3:30pm
Aug 10, 2025
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on Jan 8, 2026
Avg: 4.55 (66 votes)
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      Directions to billy-t trailhead (-38.181080, 176.306570)

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      66 Ratings
      5 73%
      4 15%
      3 9%
      2 2%
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      5 Reviews & Comments

      surfridecoffee
      Top part no longer exists. You now enter Billy T via Underbilly.
      SofarLongone SofarLongone
      One of the best. Sad to see it go. Hope the new version is as good.
      SofarLongone SofarLongone
      Great track. Good for practicing technical stuff lots of roots at beginning.fast near bottom.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      Where is Billy T located?
      Billy T is located in Whakarewarewa Forest, Rotorua, New Zealand. It is part of the Whakarewarewa Forest trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -38.18108, 176.30657.
      How hard is Billy T?
      Billy T is rated as Advanced difficulty. The average grade is 8%.
      What is the elevation gain for Billy T?
      The trail has 307 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,847 ft to 2,155 ft.
      How long is Billy T?
      Billy T is 3,839 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      Are dogs allowed on Billy T?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Billy T. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      How do I access Billy T? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Billy T are: View all parking locations in the area.
      How long does it take to ride Billy T?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 8 minutes to ride Billy T. The trail is 3,839 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      How busy is Billy T?
      Billy T is a moderately popular trail. There have been 8,557 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 9,013 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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