more stats
226 ft
Distance
-3 ft
Descent
00:01:41
Avg time
-4 ft
Altitude change
426 ft
Altitude min
431 ft
Altitude max
430 ft
Altitude start
427 ft
Altitude end
-1.7%
Grade
-8.2%
Grade max
2.5%
Grade min
43 ft
Distance climb
52 ft
Distance down
95 ft
Distance flat
00:01:41
Avg time

Esses Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
    • Dirtbike/Moto
    • Observed Trials
  • Riding Area
    Riverhead Forest Multi Use Trail Network
    Riverhead
  • Difficulty Rating
    Advanced Rate
  • Local Popularity
    90 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 90 in E-Biking
    • 50 in Trail Running
    • 65 in Hiking
    • 5 in Dirtbiking
    • 5 in Observed Trials
  • Global Ranking
    #207375 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #79439 in E-Biking
    • #151171 in Trail Running
    • #135421 in Hiking
    • #17488 in Dirtbiking
    • #2182 in Observed Trials
  • National Ranking
    #3,937 in Mountain Biking · New Zealand [+]
    • #1,754 in E-Biking
    • #2,535 in Trail Running
    • #1,891 in Hiking
    • #253 in Dirtbiking
    • #227 in Observed Trials
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
    Popular In Reverse
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1

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AI Generated Description

Esses is a 69 m popular advanced difficulty singletrack trail located near Riverhead. This multi-use trail can be used downhill only. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.

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Local Trail Association

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 1 rides
  • 11 miles average
6 Months
  • 4 rides
  • 10 miles avg distance
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  • 72 rides
  • Last: Oct 25, 2026
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      Riverhead Forest Multi Use Trail Network

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Esses located?
      Esses is located in Riverhead Forest Multi Use Trail Network, Riverhead, New Zealand. It is part of the Riverhead Forest Multi Use Trail Network trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -36.70822, 174.56909.
      ▼ How hard is Esses?
      Esses is rated as Advanced difficulty. The average grade is 1.7%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Esses?
      The trail has 3 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 426 ft to 431 ft.
      ▼ Is Esses a point to point trail?
      Yes, Esses is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Esses?
      Esses is 226 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Esses?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Esses. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access Esses? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Esses are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Esses?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 2 minutes to ride Esses. The trail is 226 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Esses?
      Esses is a very popular trail. There have been 402 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 449 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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