more stats
3,027 ft
Distance
116 ft
Climb
-332 ft
Descent
00:07:57
Avg time
-216 ft
Altitude change
436 ft
Altitude min
668 ft
Altitude max
659 ft
Altitude start
443 ft
Altitude end
-106.223%
Grade max
89.326%
Grade min
647 ft
Distance climb
1,356 ft
Distance down
367 ft
Distance flat
00:07:57
Avg time

S Bend Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Wrights Hill
    Wellington
  • Difficulty Rating
    Advanced Rate
  • Voted Difficulty
    Black Diamond (2 votes)
  • Local Popularity
    50 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 80 in Trail Running
    • 75 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #95412 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #4323 in Trail Running
    • #21840 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Climb Difficulty
    Black Diamond
  • Physical Rating
    Hard
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • TTFs on Trail
    Skinny
  • Land Owner
    WCC

Narrow trail with super tight switchbacks and dense bush.

source: tracks.org
Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 14 rides
  • 24.8 km avg distance
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  • 62 rides
  • Last: Sep 15, 2026
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S Bend Trail Reports

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Nov 25, 2025 @ 4:53pm (Pacific/Auckland)
Nov 24, 2025
 Challenging track. At my level and in this direction definitely a walk - not a ride.
Jan 18, 2024 @ 1:38pm
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Dec 22, 2022 @ 1:21pm
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Status:
on Nov 25, 2025
Ideal
Avg: 4.1 (3 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      4.4 ★★★★★
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      6 Reviews & Comments

      longliveenduro longliveenduro
      Please replace "tours" with "guys" in my previous comment.
      longliveenduro longliveenduro
      Not really a MTB trail. Challenging switchbacks. Very problematic with wide handlebars. Some tours will find their reward here for sure.

      It reminds me more of a hiking track in the Dolomites.
      donalduck donalduck
      Been 18 months since I rode this and I take back the comment about not being cycle permitted - there is a sign at the top stating Shared Use Bikes Give Way To Walkers. The switchbacks are still a bitch though.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is S Bend located?
      S Bend is located in Wrights Hill, Wellington, New Zealand. It is part of the Wrights Hill trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -41.29044, 174.75108.
      ▼ How hard is S Bend?
      S Bend is rated as Advanced difficulty. The physical rating is Hard. The climb difficulty is rated Black Diamond.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for S Bend?
      S Bend has 116 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 332 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 436 ft to 668 ft.
      ▼ Is S Bend a point to point trail?
      S Bend is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is S Bend?
      S Bend is 3,027 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on S Bend?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on S Bend. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride S Bend?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride S Bend are:
      • April (7 activities)
      • February (5 activities)
      • May (5 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How do I access S Bend? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to S Bend are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride S Bend?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 6 minutes to ride S Bend. The trail is 3,027 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is S Bend?
      S Bend is a moderately popular trail. There have been 951 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 921 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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