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2,687 ft
Distance
30 ft
Climb
-243 ft
Descent
00:11:34
Avg time
-213 ft
Altitude change
177 ft
Altitude min
399 ft
Altitude max
397 ft
Altitude start
184 ft
Altitude end
-7.922%
Grade
-39.282%
Grade max
7.49%
Grade min
590 ft
Distance climb
1,763 ft
Distance down
334 ft
Distance flat
00:11:34
Avg time

Pakonga Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
  • Riding Area
    Waitangi Mountain Bike Park
    Paihia
  • Difficulty Rating
    Advanced Rate
  • Local Popularity
    75 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 95 in E-Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #50074 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #8071 in E-Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC, DJ
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
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  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Jump

Series of table top jumps, all rollable so good for learning

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 16 miles average
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  • 41 rides
  • 14 miles avg distance
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  • Last: Sep 5, 2026
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Pakonga Trail Reports

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Apr 25, 2026 @ 9:02pm (Pacific/Auckland)
Apr 25, 2026
 Some mud and water at low points
Aug 9, 2024 @ 4:48pm
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Apr 15, 2024 @ 4:53am
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Jan 8, 2024 @ 10:23am
Jan 8, 2024
Jul 11, 2023 @ 2:48am
Jul 11, 2023
 Too wet and slippery to let rip on the jumps but still a super fun downhill.
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on Apr 25, 2026
Prevalent Mud
Avg: 4.06 (8 votes)
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        Directions to pakonga trailhead (-35.260100, 174.035690)
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        Nov 18, 2023 @ 5:28pm
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        Waitangi MTB park 24/04/17 - Pakonga
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        0:07 | 1314 | Oct 26, 2019 , Paihia
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Pakonga

        ▼ Where is Pakonga located?
        Pakonga is located in Waitangi Mountain Bike Park, Paihia, New Zealand. It is part of the Waitangi Mountain Bike Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -35.2601, 174.03569.
        ▼ How hard is Pakonga?
        Pakonga is rated as Advanced difficulty. The average grade is 7.922%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Pakonga?
        Pakonga has 30 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 243 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 177 ft to 399 ft.
        ▼ Is Pakonga a point to point trail?
        Yes, Pakonga is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is Pakonga?
        Pakonga is 2,687 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Pakonga?
        There is no information about dogs being allowed on Pakonga. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
        ▼ How do I access Pakonga? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Pakonga are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Pakonga?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 10 minutes to ride Pakonga. The trail is 2,687 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is Pakonga?
        Pakonga is a very popular trail. There have been 1,738 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 2,403 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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