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8.4 miles
Distance
1,137 ft
Climb
-1,121 ft
Descent
01:14:58
Avg time
16 ft
Altitude change
1,184 ft
Altitude min
1,812 ft
Altitude max
1,201 ft
Altitude start
1,217 ft
Altitude end
-53.6%
Grade max
42.5%
Grade min
4 miles
Distance climb
4 miles
Distance down
4,364 ft
Distance flat
01:14:58
Avg time

W2K Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Great Lake Trails
    Taupo
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    35 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 30 in E-Biking
    • 90 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #50605 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #63825 in E-Biking
    • #292 in Trail Running
    • #36763 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Climb Difficulty
    Green
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1

The Whakaipo Bay to Kinloch cycle trail can be ridden in either direction as an out and back trail (14 kilometers each way). From Taupo with take the turnoff for Kinloch or continue to Acacia Bay and take the Mapara Road to Whakaipo Bay.

A further 9km loop, known as the Headland Loop, can be added taking you all the way out to the Whangamata Bluffs and stunning lake views.

The whole ride is easy to intermediate without any real hills. There are a few short steeper pitches, but they are very easily walked. One of the best bits of the W2K track is the all weather surface. The track is carved out of pumice so drains really easy - a great option during rainy periods.

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W2K Trail Reports

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Oct 26, 2025 @ 7:30am (Pacific/Auckland)
Oct 25, 2025
Road to the lookout on the loop track and back. Track in good condition and well maintained
Feb 8, 2025 @ 12:59am
Feb 8, 2025
 Dry and in good condition, lots of riders on track both ways.
May 24, 2024 @ 11:00am
May 24, 2024
 Track wet and muddy in places , it’s that time of the year, also some branches low over track (Kinloch side of track)
Jan 9, 2024 @ 12:23pm
Jan 9, 2024
 Great riding at the moment; just watch out for the dog walkers and riders coming towards you
Nov 10, 2023 @ 12:23pm
Nov 10, 2023
 excellent condition, firm packed dirt with great grip
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on Oct 26, 2025
Avg: 4.23 (11 votes)
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        Directions to w2k trailhead (-38.663090, 175.920030)

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        Frequently Asked Questions About W2K

        ▼ Where is W2K located?
        W2K is located in Great Lake Trails, Taupo, New Zealand. It is part of the Great Lake Trails trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -38.66309, 175.92003.
        ▼ How hard is W2K?
        W2K is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The climb difficulty is rated Green.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for W2K?
        W2K has 1,137 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 1,121 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,184 ft to 1,812 ft.
        ▼ How long is W2K?
        W2K is 8.4 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on W2K?
        There is no information about dogs being allowed on W2K. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride W2K?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride W2K are:
        • June (9 activities)
        • November (9 activities)
        • October (7 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        ▼ How do I access W2K? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to W2K are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride W2K?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 1 hour 17 minutes to ride W2K. The trail is 8.4 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is W2K?
        W2K is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 637 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 684 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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