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2,825 ft
Distance
2 ft
Climb
-361 ft
Descent
00:03:00
Avg time
-359 ft
Altitude change
307 ft
Altitude min
666 ft
Altitude max
666 ft
Altitude start
307 ft
Altitude end
-37.491%
Grade max
2.447%
Grade min
144 ft
Distance climb
2,375 ft
Distance down
306 ft
Distance flat
00:03:00
Avg time

Zigzag Track Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Wainuiomata Trail Park (WTP)
    Lower Hutt
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    20 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 25 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 60 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #122635 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #99492 in E-Biking
    • #133422 in Trail Running
    • #96230 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions
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  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Hard
  • Season
    Summer
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • Land Owner
    Greater Wellington Regional Council

This track is OPEN to riding (see http://www.gw.govt.nz/assets/Parks-and-Recreation/Misc/East-Harbour-mountain-bike-map.pdf) and for walkers it provides an alternative exit from Rata Ridge.

The upper part of the track is more like a fire break. As you descend, the track gets narrower, ending with a very steep gravel path consisting of several zigzags - which give the track its name.

Access Info

If descending Rata Ridge, then you'll encounter a T-intersection about three quarters of the way down. The Zigzag track is clearly marked where it heads off to the left.

Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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6 Months
  • 1 rides
  • 14 miles avg distance
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  • 9 rides
  • Last: Jul 18, 2026
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Feb 1, 2026 @ 6:06pm (Pacific/Auckland)
Jan 31, 2026
Nov 5, 2023 @ 12:14pm
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Apr 15, 2023 @ 10:49pm
Apr 15, 2023
 Running Fast! Slippery in places so stay off the brakes.
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Ideal
Avg: 3.79 (4 votes)
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        Directions to zigzag-track trailhead (-41.268600, 174.942280)
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        evandnz evandnz
        Is it worth the hard work of rata ridge and mt Lowry to ride this track? Not really

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        Frequently Asked Questions

        ▼ Where is Zigzag Track located?
        Zigzag Track is located in Wainuiomata Trail Park (WTP), Lower Hutt, New Zealand. It is part of the Wainuiomata Trail Park (WTP) trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -41.2686, 174.94228.
        ▼ How hard is Zigzag Track?
        Zigzag Track is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Hard. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Zigzag Track?
        Zigzag Track has 2 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 361 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 307 ft to 666 ft.
        ▼ Is Zigzag Track a point to point trail?
        Zigzag Track is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is Zigzag Track?
        Zigzag Track is 2,825 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Zigzag Track?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Zigzag Track. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Zigzag Track?
        Zigzag Track is best visited during: Summer.
        ▼ How do I access Zigzag Track? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Zigzag Track are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Zigzag Track?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 3 minutes to ride Zigzag Track. The trail is 2,825 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is Zigzag Track?
        Zigzag Track is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 164 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 154 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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