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951 ft
Distance
-138 ft
Descent
00:03:57
Avg time
-139 ft
Altitude change
1,590 ft
Altitude min
1,729 ft
Altitude max
1,729 ft
Altitude start
1,591 ft
Altitude end
-14.7%
Grade
-46.2%
Grade max
2.7%
Grade min
10 ft
Distance climb
610 ft
Distance down
299 ft
Distance flat
00:03:57
Avg time

Upper Wynyard Express Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
  • Riding Area
    Fernhill Trails
    Queenstown
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    65 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 95 in E-Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #57348 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #2877 in E-Biking
  • Trail Type
    Machine Groomed
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Season
    Year Round
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Bridge, Drop, Jump
  • Year Opened
    2003
  • Land Owner

Upper section of Wynyard Express. Back to back berms with some rollable drops and jumps

Access Info

Starts off Wynyard Crescent on the 3rd switchback. Can be shuttled or a steady climb up Wynyard Crescent.
Link with Salmon Ladder afterwards into Mcnearly Dream link and then into Lower Wynyard Express to descend to lake level

Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 4 rides
  • 22 miles avg distance
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  • 59 rides
  • Last: Sep 2, 2026
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Upper Wynyard... Trail Reports

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Aug 30, 2026 @ 8:48pm (Pacific/Auckland)
Aug 30, 2026
Tree on 1st corner taken care off
Aug 28, 2026 @ 7:29pm (Pacific/Auckland)
Aug 28, 2026
Tree down on 1 st corner
Jul 9, 2026 @ 3:50pm (Pacific/Auckland)
Jul 8, 2026
reporter Lower berms buffed up
Jun 5, 2026 @ 8:12am (Pacific/Auckland)
Jun 4, 2026
Berms buffed, loose rock raked and drainage cleared. Weds crew have tweaked the exit for better safety Riding well for winter! Enjoy!
Mar 2, 2025 @ 10:23am
Mar 2, 2025
Needs hand crew run down. Loose gravel. Patch holes and cut and spray broom
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        Directions to upper-wynyard-express trailhead (-45.034810, 168.634940)

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        Frequently Asked Questions About Upper Wynyard Express

        Where is Upper Wynyard Express located?
        Upper Wynyard Express is located in Fernhill Trails, Queenstown, New Zealand. It is part of the Fernhill Trails trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -45.03488, 168.63506.
        How hard is Upper Wynyard Express?
        Upper Wynyard Express is rated as Advanced difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 13%.
        What is the elevation gain for Upper Wynyard Express?
        The trail has 118 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,594 ft to 1,714 ft.
        Is Upper Wynyard Express a point to point trail?
        Yes, Upper Wynyard Express is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is machine groomed.
        How long is Upper Wynyard Express?
        Upper Wynyard Express is 909 ft long. The trail type is machine groomed.
        Are dogs allowed on Upper Wynyard Express?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Upper Wynyard Express. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        When is the best time of year to ride Upper Wynyard Express?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Upper Wynyard Express are:
        • July (6 activities)
        • December (3 activities)
        • March (3 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        How do I access Upper Wynyard Express? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Upper Wynyard Express are: View all parking locations in the area.
        How long does it take to ride Upper Wynyard Express?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 14 minutes to ride Upper Wynyard Express. The trail is 909 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        How busy is Upper Wynyard Express?
        Upper Wynyard Express is a moderately popular trail. There have been 1,730 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 1,564 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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