more stats
2,933 ft
Distance
6 ft
Climb
-346 ft
Descent
00:03:38
Avg time
-340 ft
Altitude change
1,467 ft
Altitude min
1,807 ft
Altitude max
1,807 ft
Altitude start
1,467 ft
Altitude end
-11.6%
Grade
-40.6%
Grade max
3.9%
Grade min
223 ft
Distance climb
2,661 ft
Distance down
49 ft
Distance flat
00:03:38
Avg time

Pest Control Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
  • Riding Area
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Voted Difficulty
    Black Diamond (1 vote)
  • Local Popularity
    65 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 65 in E-Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #71309 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #43646 in E-Biking
  • National Ranking
    #1,575 in Mountain Biking · New Zealand [+]
    • #1,092 in E-Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1

Named after the Wallabies that are often found on the trail and their ability to almost find themselves under you wheels.

Hand built and flowing in a similar style to Tukonohi Trail. There are a couple of short, flat pedalling sections but overall it's a fun descent that is action packed with small features.
A couple of drops require the rider to be able to loft their front wheel - if you're riding it for the first time be sure to take it easy and scope it out. One of them is only obvious when you're right on top of it - so don't be too enthusiastic on your first ride down. If you're not sure, walk or go round the couple of more technical sections - you'll still love the riding on the remainder of it
The nature of the trail changes a little with the terrain, a few roots, a few greasy corners if it's damp underfoot.

Pest Control crosses over the singletrack climbing trail of Sidewinder - it's clearly marked so you can't get it wrong.

Access Info

From the high point of Hill Road, opposite the start of Frontal Lobotomy trail. If you're coming from Direct Rd or the western side (Waipa MTB carpark side) of Hill Rd - ride to the entry to Frontal Lobotomy and Whaki is on your left.
If you're riding up Hill Rd from the Eastern side (Eagle Vs Shark side), as soon as the hill flattens off you'll see the entry to Tukonohi on your right - go a little further to reach Whaki.

Tags
Local Trail Association

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 2 rides
  • 26 miles average
6 Months
  • 50 rides
  • 17 miles avg distance
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  • 315 rides
  • Last: Sep 3, 2026
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Pest Control Trail Reports

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Feb 18, 2026 @ 2:10pm (Pacific/Auckland)
Feb 17, 2026
Bunch of wind fall and the odd face branch but otherwise good
Aug 16, 2025 @ 12:16pm
Aug 16, 2025
Apr 12, 2025 @ 1:41pm
Apr 12, 2025
Open
May 23, 2024 @ 7:52pm
May 23, 2024
Oct 18, 2021 @ 12:25pm
Oct 18, 2021
reporter
Closed off entrance from Whaki 3 CK/LT
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on Feb 18, 2026
Ideal
Avg: 4.23 (11 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      Directions to pest-control trailhead (-38.173760, 176.307850)

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      Videos

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      youtuber Pest Control @ Whakarewarewa Forest. Rotorua
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      3:04 | 154 | May 12, 2025 , Rotorua
      youtuber Whaki - Getting loose in Rotorua, Mountain...
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      4:47 | 208 | Mar 23, 2021 , Rotorua
      youtuber Keeping it tight on Whaki - 2nd run this week...
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      4:43 | 133 | Mar 26, 2021 , Rotorua
      youtuber Whaki @ Whakarewarewa Forest
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      5:14 | 416 | Oct 9, 2019 , Rotorua

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      3 Reviews & Comments

      BananasInpajamas
      Good fun - most of it is an easier G4 with 1 or 2 spots that get technical but all walkable.
      donalduck donalduck
      This trail was the OG Whaki but was closed around 2021 for about 3 years after Whaki G3 was built. Then it mysteriously reopened as Pest Control in 2024. Don’t seem to be any changes or forestry harvesting. Bizarre.
      AjPWgZwp
      Piece of piss. Bomb it first time. Hard lines are nothing.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Pest Control located?
      Pest Control is located in Whakarewarewa Forest, Rotorua, New Zealand. It is part of the Whakarewarewa Forest trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -38.17376, 176.30785.
      ▼ How hard is Pest Control?
      Pest Control is rated as Advanced difficulty. The average grade is 11.6%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Pest Control?
      Pest Control has 6 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 346 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,467 ft to 1,807 ft.
      ▼ Is Pest Control a point to point trail?
      Yes, Pest Control is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Pest Control?
      Pest Control is 2,933 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Pest Control?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Pest Control. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access Pest Control? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Pest Control are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Pest Control?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 4 minutes to ride Pest Control. The trail is 2,933 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Pest Control?
      Pest Control is a moderately popular trail. There have been 2,372 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 2,457 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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