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1.1 miles
Distance
379 ft
Climb
-296 ft
Descent
00:20:25
Avg time
83 ft
Altitude change
729 ft
Altitude min
1,059 ft
Altitude max
729 ft
Altitude start
812 ft
Altitude end
1.382%
Grade
-28.335%
Grade max
43.804%
Grade min
3,262 ft
Distance climb
2,484 ft
Distance down
258 ft
Distance flat
00:20:25
Avg time

Gloworm Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Te Miro MTB Park
    Hamilton
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    65 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 55 in E-Biking
    • 60 in Trail Running
    • 65 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #78893 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #69065 in E-Biking
    • #90991 in Trail Running
    • #81608 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    XC
  • Season
    Dry season only
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes

Enter track by veering left after first small bridge on Native track. Track winds gradually uphill through native bush and passes a bank with Gloworms noticeable at night. After about 1.2km the track reaches its highest point near a farm fence line where the Mt Ruru mast can be seen. The track then winds its way down a fairly tight technical downhill to merge with the Native track. Due to natural obstacles and amount of climbing this track is recommended for riders who like to test their technical riding ability. Track not recommended during wet weather.

source: http://temiromtbclub.co.nz/trail-descriptions-2/
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 14 miles average
6 Months
  • 44 rides
  • 9 miles avg distance
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  • 285 rides
  • Last: Sep 4, 2026
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May 18, 2026 @ 4:53pm (Pacific/Auckland)
May 17, 2026
 Running perfectly. Can't believe how dry it is for mid-May. Beat my previous personal best time.
May 2, 2025 @ 1:19pm
May 2, 2025
Apr 10, 2025 @ 10:24am
Apr 10, 2025
 Fallen tree on the way up.
Mar 8, 2025 @ 12:30pm
Mar 8, 2025
May 31, 2023 @ 10:18am
May 31, 2023
 Wet but good. Few soggy corners but a good time
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on May 18, 2026
Ideal
Avg: 3.92 (7 votes)
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        Frequently Asked Questions

        ▼ Where is Gloworm located?
        Gloworm is located in Te Miro MTB Park, Hamilton, New Zealand. It is part of the Te Miro MTB Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -37.79629, 175.5797.
        ▼ How hard is Gloworm?
        Gloworm is rated as Blue difficulty. The average grade is 1.382%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Gloworm?
        Gloworm has 379 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 296 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 729 ft to 1,059 ft.
        ▼ How long is Gloworm?
        Gloworm is 1.1 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Gloworm?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Gloworm. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Gloworm?
        Gloworm is best visited during: Dry season only.
        ▼ How do I access Gloworm? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Gloworm are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Gloworm?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 19 minutes to ride Gloworm. The trail is 1.1 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is Gloworm?
        Gloworm is a moderately popular trail. There have been 1,865 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 1,842 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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