more stats
1.2 miles
Distance
11 ft
Climb
-1,773 ft
Descent
00:27:42
Avg time
-1,753 ft
Altitude change
2,566 ft
Altitude min
4,332 ft
Altitude max
4,328 ft
Altitude start
2,576 ft
Altitude end
-28.843%
Grade
-69.332%
Grade max
11.416%
Grade min
460 ft
Distance climb
1 mile
Distance down
48 ft
Distance flat
00:27:42
Avg time

Slip Saddle Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Coronet Peak Ski & Mountain Bike Park
    Queenstown
  • AKA
    Corotown
  • Difficulty Rating
    Double Black Diamond Rate
  • Local Popularity
    10 in Mountain Biking heatmap [+]
    • 30 in E-Biking
    • 50 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #122654 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #84961 in E-Biking
    • #132775 in Trail Running
    • #289994 in Hiking
  • National Ranking
    #2,800 in Mountain Biking · New Zealand [+]
    • #1,859 in E-Biking
    • #2,142 in Trail Running
    • #3,065 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes

Access from Coronet XC Track. Halfway down the XC track follow the the left single track out to the ski area boundary and follow the sign. This track is very steep and should be treated with caution.

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Trail Supporters

  • Arrow Bikes
    since 2013
    Builder

Bike Park

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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May 31, 2026 @ 5:30pm (Pacific/Auckland)
May 30, 2026
 Closed for Winter! Please keep off the trail to prevent damage. Will let you know when it's back open in Spring!
Apr 11, 2026 @ 6:52pm (Pacific/Auckland)
Apr 10, 2026
Running so mint. Loamy death rut in the best shape I’ve seen. Hard. Fun!
Mar 23, 2026 @ 8:54am (Pacific/Auckland)
Mar 22, 2026
 Running mint! Yup, it's a rut from top to bottom, but it's supposed to be! Epic trail, epic conditions.
Jan 18, 2026 @ 4:52pm (Pacific/Auckland)
Jan 17, 2026
 For this trail - Running mint. Yes it is basically one deep rut. But that's the point of Slip saddle. Nothing blocking the trail, Dirt is prime...
Dec 23, 2025 @ 2:19pm (Pacific/Auckland)
Dec 22, 2025
 Major erosion (major ruts or slumping, large rocks exposed due to erosion) Not worth riding. Worst condition trail in Queenstown.
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on May 31, 2026
Freeze/thaw Cycle
Avg: 4.31 (17 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      Corotown
      ★ 4.7 • 6 miles • 176 ft • 3 • Point to Point •
      A really good descent with Slip Saddle being the highlight. Ride up the XC track to the top of Coronet...

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      17 Ratings
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      5 Reviews & Comments

      Dd43cG
      My teenage boys rode it on the 9th of January 2025 as they said it is pretty over grown but good. It’s a tough very steep trail very much worthy of the double black and with pretty big consequences either side if you come off just make sure you’re ready for that. Outside of that they said this was the ride and adventure of a
      lifetime.
      haveaday haveaday
      Shes going great! This is a must do track if you like steeps and unique features. Must be ok riding a bit of a rut, IE a bit of bike body separation.
      outhouse outhouse
      Prime riding for those seeking a properly steep thrill, get some fresh brake pads for this one.

      Solid ride into Arrowtown.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Slip Saddle located?
      Slip Saddle is located in Coronet Peak Ski & Mountain Bike Park, Queenstown, New Zealand. It is part of the Coronet Peak Ski & Mountain Bike Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -44.92314, 168.75216.
      ▼ How hard is Slip Saddle?
      Slip Saddle is rated as Double Black Diamond difficulty. The average grade is 28.843%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Slip Saddle?
      Slip Saddle has 11 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 1,773 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 2,566 ft to 4,332 ft.
      ▼ Is Slip Saddle a point to point trail?
      Yes, Slip Saddle is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Slip Saddle?
      Slip Saddle is 1.2 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Slip Saddle?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Slip Saddle. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Slip Saddle?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Slip Saddle are:
      • February (7 activities)
      • December (6 activities)
      • January (4 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How do I access Slip Saddle? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Slip Saddle are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Slip Saddle?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 28 minutes to ride Slip Saddle. The trail is 1.2 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Slip Saddle?
      Slip Saddle is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 729 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 667 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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