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1.0 mile
Distance
816 ft
Climb
00:51:29
Avg time
816 ft
Altitude change
40 ft
Altitude min
856 ft
Altitude max
40 ft
Altitude start
856 ft
Altitude end
15%
Grade
2.4%
Grade max
68.3%
Grade min
1 mile
Distance climb
00:51:29
Avg time
Paradise Track Details
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Activities
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- E-Bike
- Trail Running
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Riding AreaOtago Peninsula
Dunedin -
Difficulty Rating
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Local Popularity30 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 35 in E-Biking
- 80 in Trail Running
- 65 in Hiking
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Global Ranking
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Hiking SAC ScaleT2 Mountain Hiking
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Trail TypeMixed
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Bike TypeXC
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Climb DifficultyBlue
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Physical RatingModerate
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Trail VisibilitySometimes hard to follow
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eBike AllowedYes up to Class 1
Part of the lesser-known network of trails on the southern edge of the Otago Peninsula.
A somewhat rough, and sometimes overgrown track that is often used to ascend back up to Highcliff Road.
Mountain biking is permitted on the trail - just be courteous to other trail users and respect the mountain bikers code.
The track is closed for yellow-eyed penguin breeding season - between December 1st and February 28th.
Access Info
Either from Highcliff Road at the top, or via the Highcliff Track at the bottom.
Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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(-45.893130, 170.612950)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Paradise Track
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Where is Paradise Track located?
Paradise Track is located in Otago Peninsula, Dunedin, New Zealand. It is part of the Otago Peninsula trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -45.89313, 170.61295.
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How hard is Paradise Track?
Paradise Track is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 15%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
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What is the elevation gain for Paradise Track?
Paradise Track has 816 ft of elevation gain. The elevation ranges from 40 ft to 856 ft.
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Is Paradise Track a point to point trail?
Paradise Track is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is mixed.
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