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1.9 miles
Distance
290 ft
Climb
-183 ft
Descent
00:26:53
Avg time
108 ft
Altitude change
1,858 ft
Altitude min
2,034 ft
Altitude max
1,861 ft
Altitude start
1,969 ft
Altitude end
1.056%
Grade
-12.657%
Grade max
25.967%
Grade min
4,264 ft
Distance climb
3,578 ft
Distance down
2,348 ft
Distance flat
00:26:53
Avg time
Sidewinder Details
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Riding AreaTeetotal
St Arnaud -
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Local Popularity20 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 5 in Trail Running
- 5 in Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeXC
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DirectionDownhill Primary
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Dogs AllowedYes
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Land Owner
Sidewinder track. It winds through manukas and grassy clearings before hooking into Skating Pond Loop. It can be ridden in either direction.
source: MTB Trails Trust
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Skating pond, Bottom of Flying Moa
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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- 12 miles avg distance
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- Last: Apr 6, 2026
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Directions to sidewinder-48000 trailhead
(-41.769450, 172.796860)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sidewinder
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Where is Sidewinder located?
Sidewinder is located in Teetotal, St Arnaud, New Zealand. It is part of the Teetotal trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -41.76945, 172.79686.
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How hard is Sidewinder?
Sidewinder is rated as Advanced difficulty. The average grade is 1.056%.
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What is the elevation gain for Sidewinder?
Sidewinder has 290 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 183 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,858 ft to 2,034 ft.
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Is Sidewinder a point to point trail?
Sidewinder is not a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Primary. The trail type is singletrack.
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