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1,844 ft
Distance
-124 ft
Descent
00:03:30
Avg time
-124 ft
Altitude change
1,209 ft
Altitude min
1,333 ft
Altitude max
1,333 ft
Altitude start
1,211 ft
Altitude end
-6.7%
Grade
-21.3%
Grade max
-0.5%
Grade min
1,726 ft
Distance down
118 ft
Distance flat
00:03:30
Avg time

Boulderdash Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
  • Riding Area
    Whakarewarewa Forest
    Rotorua
  • Difficulty Rating
    Black Diamond Rate
  • Local Popularity
    55 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 60 in E-Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #48565 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #55443 in E-Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
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  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Gap Jump

As one of several trails in the block of harvested forest known as 'The Challenge Block', Boulderdash is suited to experienced riders who like to test their skills on an unusual occurrence in Rotorua - rocks.
The start was redirected in 2020 to avoid the crossing of Challenge Uphill and add a gap jump and step-down. A choice is next: the left-hand line is an easier (but longer) trail to the bottom. The right-hand line features short but sharp rocky sections, including a large roll-over boulder with a couple of lines on it. If you're not feeling super-confident it may be worthwhile stopping to check it out before launching yourself off it.

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        Directions to boulderdash trailhead (-38.167870, 176.265320)

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        youtuber JUMPS, DROPS & ROCKS! - Boulderdash...
        0:44 | 1034 | Oct 27, 2020 , Rotorua
        youtuber Boulderdash @ Whakarewarewa Forest Rotorua
        2:00 | 519 | Sep 1, 2020 , Rotorua
        youtuber Taking the new eBike for a hoon - Boulder...
        2:11 | 530 | May 3, 2022 , Rotorua
        youtuber 99% Out Of Control
        2:57 | 337 | Sep 13, 2021 , Rotorua

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        Frequently Asked Questions About Boulderdash

        ▼ Where is Boulderdash located?
        Boulderdash is located in Whakarewarewa Forest, Rotorua, New Zealand. It is part of the Whakarewarewa Forest trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -38.16787, 176.26532.
        ▼ How hard is Boulderdash?
        Boulderdash is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The average grade is 6.7%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Boulderdash?
        The trail has 124 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,209 ft to 1,333 ft.
        ▼ Is Boulderdash a point to point trail?
        Yes, Boulderdash is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.

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