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3,786 ft
Distance
22 ft
Climb
-89 ft
Descent
00:02:21
Avg time
-66 ft
Altitude change
490 ft
Altitude min
557 ft
Altitude max
557 ft
Altitude start
492 ft
Altitude end
-1.8%
Grade
-17.2%
Grade max
15.5%
Grade min
587 ft
Distance climb
1,430 ft
Distance down
1,644 ft
Distance flat
00:02:21
Avg time

Mars Bar Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    The Tukituki Trail
    Waipukurau
  • Difficulty Rating
    Green Rate
  • Local Popularity
    90 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 90 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #182901 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #21885 in E-Biking
    • #425918 in Trail Running
    • #429537 in Hiking
  • National Ranking
    #3,760 in Mountain Biking · New Zealand [+]
    • #459 in E-Biking
    • #4,526 in Trail Running
    • #4,332 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Season
    all Season
  • Family Friendly
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm
  • Ride in Rain
    Yes
  • Year Opened
    2021
  • Land Owner
    Rotary River Pathway Trust

Easy Machine Flow Trail. Mix of moderae down & Up hill

Access Info

From Top Dam within GTF Mtb Park

Tags
BermsFamily friendlyFlowy

Local Trail Association

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 15 rides
  • 34.9 km avg distance
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  • 56 rides
  • Last: Oct 9, 2026
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Mars Bar located?
      Mars Bar is located in The Tukituki Trail, Waipukurau, New Zealand. It is part of the The Tukituki Trail trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -39.98709, 176.5988.
      ▼ How hard is Mars Bar?
      Mars Bar is rated as Green difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 1.8%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Mars Bar?
      Mars Bar has 22 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 89 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 490 ft to 557 ft.
      ▼ Is Mars Bar a point to point trail?
      Yes, Mars Bar is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Mars Bar?
      Mars Bar is 3,786 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Mars Bar?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Mars Bar. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Mars Bar?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Mars Bar are:
      • February (8 activities)
      • May (8 activities)
      • March (6 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How do I access Mars Bar? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Mars Bar are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Mars Bar?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 2 minutes to ride Mars Bar. The trail is 3,786 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Mars Bar?
      Mars Bar is a very popular trail. There have been 398 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 490 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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