more stats
1,109 ft
Distance
-329 ft
Descent
00:02:12
Avg time
-329 ft
Altitude change
288 ft
Altitude min
617 ft
Altitude max
617 ft
Altitude start
289 ft
Altitude end
-29.6%
Grade
-64.7%
Grade max
0.7%
Grade min
30 ft
Distance climb
912 ft
Distance down
167 ft
Distance flat
00:02:12
Avg time

Snakebite Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
  • Riding Area
    Middle Hill MTB
    Clarence
  • Difficulty Rating
    Double Black Diamond Rate
  • Local Popularity
    40 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 30 in E-Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #125866 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #106632 in E-Biking
  • National Ranking
    #2,865 in Mountain Biking · New Zealand [+]
    • #2,122 in E-Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Physical Rating
    Hard
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Drop, Jump
  • Year Opened
    2020
  • Land Owner
    Genevieve King and Morgan Rigby

This short sharp track packs a mean punch The natural terrain has been enhanced with some hand built features to create a fast, technical and super fun way to get to the bottom of the hill.

Access Info

All trails at Middle Hill MTB are on private property and accessed by bookings only.

Tags
BermsDropsJumps

Bike Park

Local Trail Association

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

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  • 1 rides
  • 39 miles avg distance
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  • 12 rides
  • Last: Oct 23, 2026
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Snakebite Trail Reports

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Very Dry
Avg: 3.74 (2 votes)
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Snakebite located?
      Snakebite is located in Middle Hill MTB, Clarence, New Zealand. It is part of the Middle Hill MTB trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -42.15155, 173.85572.
      ▼ How hard is Snakebite?
      Snakebite is rated as Double Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Hard. The average grade is 29.6%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Snakebite?
      The trail has 329 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 288 ft to 617 ft.
      ▼ Is Snakebite a point to point trail?
      Yes, Snakebite is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Snakebite?
      Snakebite is 1,109 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Snakebite?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Snakebite. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Snakebite?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Snakebite are:
      • December (4 activities)
      • March (3 activities)
      • April (2 activities)
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      ▼ How do I access Snakebite? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Snakebite are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Snakebite?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 2 minutes to ride Snakebite. The trail is 1,109 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Snakebite?
      Snakebite is a moderately popular trail. There have been 108 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 117 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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