more stats
2,622 ft
Distance
13 ft
Climb
-141 ft
Descent
00:04:44
Avg time
-128 ft
Altitude change
1,896 ft
Altitude min
2,037 ft
Altitude max
2,037 ft
Altitude start
1,909 ft
Altitude end
-4.879%
Grade
-11.701%
Grade max
5.165%
Grade min
512 ft
Distance climb
1,757 ft
Distance down
353 ft
Distance flat
00:04:44
Avg time

Derail Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Denniston Plateau
    Westport
  • Difficulty Rating
    Advanced Rate
  • Local Popularity
    5 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #355480 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #404969 in Trail Running
    • #407519 in Hiking
  • National Ranking
    #4,906 in Mountain Biking · New Zealand [+]
    • #4,428 in Trail Running
    • #4,157 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • Ride in Rain
    Yes

Derail is a fun downhill option from Pig Route connecting to Sullivans, or a challenging climb the other direction. Pick your line carefully, there are some technical sections which will keep you on your toes. The track has caused some damage to the bikes of those who have not picked good lines, hence the name.

Access Info

Either from Pig Route or Sullivans, it is clearly marked both directions.

Tags

Local Trail Association

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Derail located?
      Derail is located in Denniston Plateau, Westport, New Zealand. It is part of the Denniston Plateau trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -41.74236, 171.78432.
      ▼ How hard is Derail?
      Derail is rated as Advanced difficulty. The average grade is 4.879%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Derail?
      Derail has 13 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 141 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,896 ft to 2,037 ft.
      ▼ Is Derail a point to point trail?
      Derail is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Derail?
      Derail is 2,622 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Derail?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Derail. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access Derail? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Derail are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Derail?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 7 minutes to ride Derail. The trail is 2,622 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Derail?
      Derail is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 18 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 16 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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