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12.3 miles
Distance
1,899 ft
Climb
-3,445 ft
Descent
02:17:09
Avg time
-1,546 ft
Altitude change
254 ft
Altitude min
1,813 ft
Altitude max
1,800 ft
Altitude start
256 ft
Altitude end
-2.4%
Grade
-97.2%
Grade max
88.2%
Grade min
4 miles
Distance climb
7 miles
Distance down
4,895 ft
Distance flat
02:17:09
Avg time

Pakihi Track Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Motu Trails
    Opotiki
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Voted Difficulty
    Black Diamond (1 vote)
  • Local Popularity
    100 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #34289 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #130032 in Trail Running
    • #123014 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes

The single track is 20km and is all downhill. An isolated scenic bush ride with 25 bridges including a 25m swingbridge, requires moderate fitness and caution in certain areas due to steep drop offs. Already proving popular another 20km ride will get you back into Opotiki. Toilet and shelter facilities are available at each end of the track.

This is part of the Motu Cycle Trail which can be done as a 92km loop from Opotiki.

source: Motu Cycle Trails
Access Info

From Opotiki drive south on State Highway 2 to Matawai, then turn north to get to Motu. The road narrows and becomes rougher as it climbs into the hills. 10km's past Motu, you reach the top of the ridges. From there it is faster and easier to bike the final 6km's to the start of the Pakihi Track.

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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Dec 11, 2024 @ 7:42am
Dec 11, 2024
Trails' great but the "climb" and "descent" elevation profile as seen in Trailforks on 12/11 is not accurate. The trail is one-way, mostly gentle...
Oct 16, 2024 @ 1:17pm
Oct 16, 2024
 tree over trail. small chainsaw job
Sep 15, 2024 @ 9:05pm
Sep 15, 2024
 From the hut to the finish the trail is in good condition. There is only one short section where hike-a-bike was needed. Take the walking...
Oct 12, 2022 @ 5:12pm
Oct 12, 2022
Sep 21, 2021 @ 3:54pm
Sep 21, 2021
 The trail drains well and little or no mud after rain prior days. Some rock fall and the odd tree down. Control speed to avoid a crash. Overall...
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        Directions to pakihi-track trailhead (-38.176190, 177.511530)

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        Pakihi Hut to Pakihi road end - bikepacking on...
        9:53 | 125 | Sep 15, 2024 , Opotiki
        Motu Trails - Pakihi Track MTB - 4K
        4:54 | 265 | Jan 16, 2023 , Opotiki

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        Frequently Asked Questions About Pakihi Track

        ▼ Where is Pakihi Track located?
        Pakihi Track is located in Motu Trails, Opotiki, New Zealand. It is part of the Motu Trails trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -38.17619, 177.51153.
        ▼ How hard is Pakihi Track?
        Pakihi Track is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 2.4%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Pakihi Track?
        Pakihi Track has 1,899 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 3,445 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 254 ft to 1,813 ft.
        ▼ How long is Pakihi Track?
        Pakihi Track is 12.3 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.

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