more stats
2,028 ft
Distance
170 ft
Climb
-7 ft
Descent
00:08:56
Avg time
163 ft
Altitude change
2,864 ft
Altitude min
3,028 ft
Altitude max
2,864 ft
Altitude start
3,028 ft
Altitude end
8.1%
Grade
-12.7%
Grade max
40.9%
Grade min
1,903 ft
Distance climb
79 ft
Distance down
49 ft
Distance flat
00:08:56
Avg time

Tradesmans Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
  • Riding Area
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    35 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 45 in E-Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #243265 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #99448 in E-Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    Uphill Only
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1

Short climbing link to Pack Track and Sack. Uphill only.
Good for times when rude rock is too wet
No horses

Access Info

Starts at the bottom of Rude Rock. Stay left of end jumps and you'll see the trail as its switchbacks up to the saddle

Bike Park

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 30 miles avg distance
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  • Last: May 27, 2026
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Tradesmans Trail Reports

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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!
Mar 24, 2026 @ 10:26am (Pacific/Auckland)
Mar 23, 2026
Trail sprayed
Feb 24, 2026 @ 8:41am (Pacific/Auckland)
Feb 23, 2026
Dec 13, 2025 @ 8:27am (Pacific/Auckland)
Dec 12, 2025
Riding like a dream
May 27, 2025 @ 10:40pm
May 27, 2025
Closed for Winter! Please keep off the trail to prevent damage. Will let you know when it's back open in spring.
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      Where is Tradesmans located?
      Tradesmans 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 -44.94096, 168.71468.
      How hard is Tradesmans?
      Tradesmans is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 8.1%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
      What is the elevation gain for Tradesmans?
      Tradesmans has 170 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 7 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 2,864 ft to 3,028 ft.
      Is Tradesmans a point to point trail?
      Yes, Tradesmans is a point to point trail. The direction is Uphill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
      How long is Tradesmans?
      Tradesmans is 2,028 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      Are dogs allowed on Tradesmans?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Tradesmans. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      How do I access Tradesmans? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Tradesmans are: View all parking locations in the area.
      How long does it take to ride Tradesmans?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 4 minutes to ride Tradesmans. The trail is 2,028 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      How busy is Tradesmans?
      Tradesmans is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 971 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 973 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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