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1,109 ft
Distance
-329 ft
Descent
00:03:46
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
00:03:46
Avg time

Snakebite Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
  • Riding Area
    Middle Hill MTB
    Clarence
  • Difficulty Rating
    Double Black Diamond Rate
  • Local Popularity
    15 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in E-Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #153297 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #114756 in E-Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
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  • Physical Rating
    Hard
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Drop, Jump
  • Year Opened
    2020
  • Land Owner
    Rick King

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.

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

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  • 29 miles avg distance
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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 4 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 less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 105 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 113 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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