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1,588 ft
Distance
-166 ft
Descent
00:01:21
Avg time
-164 ft
Altitude change
590 ft
Altitude min
758 ft
Altitude max
758 ft
Altitude start
594 ft
Altitude end
-10.3%
Grade
-27.5%
Grade max
3%
Grade min
121 ft
Distance climb
1,342 ft
Distance down
39 ft
Distance flat
00:01:21
Avg time

G-Drop Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Winter Fat Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    95 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #72355 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #132823 in Trail Running
    • #126151 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM, XC, Fat, Adaptive MTB
  • Direction
    Downhill Only[+]
    Popular Direction Shown
    • Downhill Only for E-Biking
    • Downhill Only for Trail Running
    • Downhill Only for Hiking
    • Downhill Only for Winter Fat Biking
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Drop, Jump
  • Year Opened
    2015
  • Land Owner
    Greater Wellington Regional Council (GWRC)

Fast and flowing downhill through the forest. The steep ‘G Drop’ for which the trail is named can be bypassed by a new B-line to it’s right. (Note, its not actually a drop and can be rolled).

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Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 1 rides
  • 7 miles average
6 Months
  • 12 rides
  • 19 miles avg distance
All
  • 153 rides
  • Last: Sep 5, 2026
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G-Drop Trail Reports

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Aug 30, 2026 @ 4:28pm (Pacific/Auckland)
Aug 29, 2026
reporter Recently swept, riding good. G-Drop extension at the bottom needs a full rake.
Jun 7, 2026 @ 9:03am (Pacific/Auckland)
Jun 6, 2026
reporter Lots of rain this last week so ride the top high speed section with caution. A locked brake in the wrong place will cause immediate doom.
Jun 7, 2026 @ 9:03am (Pacific/Auckland)
Jun 6, 2026
reporter Lots of rain this last week so ride the top high speed section with caution. A locked brake in the wrong place will cause immediate doom.
Mar 21, 2026 @ 3:59pm (Pacific/Auckland)
Mar 20, 2026
Dec 22, 2025 @ 10:15am (Pacific/Auckland)
Dec 21, 2025
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Avg: 3.36 (6 votes)
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  • Prevalent Mud
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  • Variable
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        Directions to gdrop trailhead (-41.102330, 175.159410)

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        Oct 29, 2017 @ 4:56pm
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        youtuber G Drop @ Tunnel Gully. Upper Hutt
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        0:28 | 433 | Nov 8, 2022 , Upper Hutt
        youtuber G DROP  @ Tunnel Gully
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        0:22 | 585 | Oct 21, 2018 , Upper Hutt
        G-Drop | Tunnel Gully | Wellington, NZ | FAST...
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        2:51 | 299 | Mar 30, 2022 , Upper Hutt
        G-Drop | Tunnel Gully | Wellington, NZ | FAST...
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        2:51 | 305 | Mar 30, 2022 , Upper Hutt

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        5 Ratings
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        4 20%
        3 40%
        2 20%
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        4 Reviews & Comments

        Wookieetron5000
        New B-Line added to bypass the final drop if required.
        donalduck donalduck
        This is a waste of time. Basically a straight old forest access with no real turns until one left berm right at the bottom

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        Frequently Asked Questions About G-Drop

        Where is G-Drop located?
        G-Drop is located in Tunnel Gully (Pakuratahi Forest), Upper Hutt, New Zealand. It is part of the Tunnel Gully (Pakuratahi Forest) trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -41.10233, 175.15941.
        How hard is G-Drop?
        G-Drop is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 10.3%.
        What is the elevation gain for G-Drop?
        The trail has 166 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 590 ft to 758 ft.
        Is G-Drop a point to point trail?
        Yes, G-Drop is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
        How long is G-Drop?
        G-Drop is 1,588 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        Are dogs allowed on G-Drop?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on G-Drop. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        How do I access G-Drop? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to G-Drop are: View all parking locations in the area.
        How long does it take to ride G-Drop?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 2 minutes to ride G-Drop. The trail is 1,588 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        How busy is G-Drop?
        G-Drop is a very popular trail. There have been 998 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 1,309 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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