more stats
3,816 ft
Distance
43 ft
Climb
-282 ft
Descent
00:17:48
Avg time
-240 ft
Altitude change
354 ft
Altitude min
594 ft
Altitude max
594 ft
Altitude start
354 ft
Altitude end
-6.3%
Grade
-32.8%
Grade max
29.9%
Grade min
315 ft
Distance climb
3,235 ft
Distance down
266 ft
Distance flat
00:17:48
Avg time

Phoenix Down Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
  • Riding Area
    Pauanui - Tairua
    Pauanui
  • Difficulty Rating
    Advanced Rate
  • Local Popularity
    60 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in E-Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #235391 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #155070 in E-Biking
  • National Ranking
    #4,144 in Mountain Biking · New Zealand [+]
    • #2,680 in E-Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Sometimes hard to follow
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • Land Owner
    Matariki Rayonier

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AI Generated Description

Phoenix Down is a 1 km moderately popular advanced difficulty singletrack trail located near Pauanui. Riders describe it as faint trail. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only and has a moderate overall physical rating. Trail visibility is sometimes hard to follow. On average it takes 17 minutes to complete this trail.

Tags
Faint trail
Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • Last: Dec 22, 2025
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Phoenix Down Trail Reports

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Dec 19, 2023 @ 9:09pm
Dec 19, 2023
 Multiple significant slips halfway down trail, is passable but requires bike to be lifted. Significantly overgrown entrance
Oct 23, 2023 @ 4:50pm
Oct 23, 2023
 Landslide on the track not rideable
Nov 27, 2020 @ 10:54am
Nov 27, 2020
 A very enjoyable climbing single track.
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Phoenix Down located?
      Phoenix Down is located in Pauanui - Tairua, Pauanui, New Zealand. It is part of the Pauanui - Tairua trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -37.07337, 175.85003.
      ▼ How hard is Phoenix Down?
      Phoenix Down is rated as Advanced difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 6.3%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Phoenix Down?
      Phoenix Down has 43 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 282 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 354 ft to 594 ft.
      ▼ Is Phoenix Down a point to point trail?
      Yes, Phoenix Down is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Phoenix Down?
      Phoenix Down is 3,816 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Phoenix Down?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Phoenix Down. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ How do I access Phoenix Down? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Phoenix Down are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Phoenix Down?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 8 minutes to ride Phoenix Down. The trail is 3,816 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Phoenix Down?
      Phoenix Down is a moderately popular trail. There have been 147 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 163 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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