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921 ft
Distance
22 ft
Climb
-145 ft
Descent
00:01:57
Avg time
-123 ft
Altitude change
540 ft
Altitude min
663 ft
Altitude max
663 ft
Altitude start
540 ft
Altitude end
-13.331%
Grade
-47.202%
Grade max
27.177%
Grade min
193 ft
Distance climb
624 ft
Distance down
104 ft
Distance flat
00:01:57
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Stags Drop Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Blue Spur Forest
    Hokitika
  • Difficulty Rating
    Advanced Rate
  • Local Popularity
    90 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 35 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #65525 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #123415 in Trail Running
    • #134477 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • TTFs on Trail
    Drop, Skinny
  • Land Owner
    Ngai Tahu

The famous Stags Drop, named for a technical rocky drop that is scarred by many chain rings. Also has a few structures.

A continuation of this track, to the valley floor, is currently under construction...

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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Feb 2, 2026 @ 8:18pm (Pacific/Auckland)
Feb 1, 2026
 trail all clear and running very well
Sep 27, 2025 @ 8:34am (Pacific/Auckland)
Sep 26, 2025
 Tree down across the rock drop. Chainsaw and 2-3 people required to move it.
Oct 21, 2024 @ 5:13pm
Oct 21, 2024
 Large clumps of pine needs at the start make for a sporting line choice. Bloody good fun though
Oct 10, 2024 @ 10:16am
Oct 10, 2024
Nov 30, 2023 @ 4:33am
Nov 30, 2023
 Brilliant as always. Running good with a wee bit dampness
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        Directions to stags-drop trailhead (-42.736982, 171.040081)
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Stags Drop

        ▼ Where is Stags Drop located?
        Stags Drop is located in Blue Spur Forest, Hokitika, New Zealand. It is part of the Blue Spur Forest trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -42.73698, 171.04008.
        ▼ How hard is Stags Drop?
        Stags Drop is rated as Advanced difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 13.331%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Stags Drop?
        Stags Drop has 22 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 145 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 540 ft to 663 ft.
        ▼ Is Stags Drop a point to point trail?
        Yes, Stags Drop is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is Stags Drop?
        Stags Drop is 921 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Stags Drop?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Stags Drop. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Stags Drop?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Stags Drop are:
        • January (9 activities)
        • March (7 activities)
        • April (7 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        ▼ How do I access Stags Drop? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Stags Drop are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Stags Drop?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 3 minutes to ride Stags Drop. The trail is 921 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is Stags Drop?
        Stags Drop is a very popular trail. There have been 434 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 618 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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