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Riding AreaHuka Trails
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Ref Number#4
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Difficulty Rating
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Trail TypeMixed
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Bike TypeXC
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Trail UsageMulti-use
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DirectionBoth DirectionsPopular direction shown
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Physical RatingModerate
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike AllowedYes up to Class 1
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Ride in RainYes
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Global Ranking#18888 in Mountain Biking
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Local Popularity70 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 70 in E-Biking
- 90 in Trail Running
- 90 in Hiking
A trail all the way to Aratiatia Dam some 7 kilometers away. Although this track starts with a bit of a nasty short climb it is an easy track thereafter suitable for most beginners. In the summer months (October to March) the flood gates on the damn open every 2 hours between 10am and 4pm - which is a pretty impressive sight. Head back the same way as you came to Huka Falls.
From the Huka Falls bridge you can also ride up to the Helistar Hub Cafe and a linking tunnel under the roadway to the Wairakei Forest with it's network of fantastic flowing trails.
A final warning - the trails around the Huka Falls are very popular with walkers and tourists so although they are wide enough to pass walkers while on your bike you need to be in the lookout. Park map no 4.
Access Info
Huka Falls or Aratiatia Road at the Dam
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
More Stats for Huka Falls to Aratiatia mountain bike trail trail
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Altitude change-83 ft
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Altitude min1,083 ft
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Altitude max1,264 ft
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Altitude start1,190 ft
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Altitude end1,107 ft
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Grade-0.375%
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Grade max-39.956%
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Grade min37.834%
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Distance climb2 miles
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Distance down2 miles
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Distance flat1,968 ft
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Avg time00:28:06
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Avg reverse time00:31:24
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Huka Falls to... Trail Reports
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Past Week
- 3 rides
- 18 miles avg distance
6 Months
- 98 rides
- 19 miles avg distance
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- 713 rides
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