more stats
2,710 ft
Distance
-359 ft
Descent
00:04:11
Avg time
-359 ft
Altitude change
1,130 ft
Altitude min
1,490 ft
Altitude max
1,490 ft
Altitude start
1,132 ft
Altitude end
-13.3%
Grade
-37.7%
Grade max
2,575 ft
Distance down
135 ft
Distance flat
00:04:11
Avg time

Panhead Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Matangi Station MTB
    Alexandra
  • Ref Number
    #30
  • Difficulty Rating
    Black Diamond Rate
  • Local Popularity
    65 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 55 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #7328 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #51411 in E-Biking
    • #430604 in Trail Running
    • #434515 in Hiking
  • National Ranking
    #133 in Mountain Biking · New Zealand [+]
    • #1,293 in E-Biking
    • #4,551 in Trail Running
    • #4,381 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
    Popular Direction Shown
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • Land Owner
    Matangi Station MTB

[Its fast, janky, rock rolls and JUMP!
Closed May 1st - June 18th for Tupping & Quail shooting and Oct 1st to Nov 30th for Lambing.

Access Info Restricted Access

Passes must be purchased before entry at: https://matangistationmtb.com/passes

Tags
Rock slabs

Local Trail Association

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 13 miles avg distance
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  • Last: Oct 20, 2026
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Panhead Trail Reports

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Feb 25, 2026 @ 10:11am (Pacific/Auckland)
Feb 24, 2026
Apr 6, 2025 @ 11:28am
Apr 6, 2025
 Signaling at the end unclear
Oct 17, 2024 @ 1:11pm
Oct 17, 2024
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on Feb 25, 2026
Dry
Avg: 4.39 (4 votes)
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Panhead located?
      Panhead is located in Matangi Station MTB, Alexandra, New Zealand. It is part of the Matangi Station MTB trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -45.2712, 169.43826.
      ▼ How hard is Panhead?
      Panhead is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The average grade is 13.3%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Panhead?
      The trail has 359 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,130 ft to 1,490 ft.
      ▼ Is Panhead a point to point trail?
      Yes, Panhead is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Panhead?
      Panhead is 2,710 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Panhead?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Panhead. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Panhead?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Panhead are:
      • September (11 activities)
      • March (7 activities)
      • February (4 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How do I access Panhead? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Panhead are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Panhead?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 4 minutes to ride Panhead. The trail is 2,710 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Panhead?
      Panhead is a moderately popular trail. There have been 340 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 336 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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