ARC MTB Track Report

An overview of the possibilities, Oct 95

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Track/Area Distance Difficulty Type of Track Appeal Notes
Umupuia 4km Beginner Grass farm tracks, moderate gradient Low, but may appeal to family picnickers Stiles or sprung gates needed
Repeater Tracks 5-7.5km loop Beginner - Intermediate Narrow tracks (gravel with some steps), 4WD track and gravel road High: native bush single track Dual use management required
Mangatawhiri 8.5km Beginner Narrow gravelled road and 4WD track, very shallow gradient Low to medium Should be signed from Dam picnic area
Mead-Wairoa Hill Loop 17km Intermediate Gravelled forestry road and clay 4WD track, steep gradient Medium Mountain bike tour operator
Western Hunua Loop 41km Fit Intermediate Moderate to steep gradient Medium A good race venue
Ferndown Track 2km off-road, 4.5km loop total Beginner Grassy former forest road, rocky base, shallow gradient High Close to city
Long Road Short Loop 5km Intermediate Pumice/clay track and road, steep grade Very Low Best forgotten
Ridge Road Loop Sealed road to road; 11km, Full loop; 35km Intermediate Predominantly clay 4WD track, moderate to steep grade High Extremely scenic, ideal length
Kuataika Epic Sealed road to road; 11km, Full loop; 40km Expert Clay 4WD and narrow track, moderate to very steep grade Medium Very high appeal for dedicated riders
Others in the Auckland Region: Riverhead, Whitford, Woodhill, Dome Valley     Exotic forest logging roads and motor bike tracks Medium - high Popular for all riders, effected by logging activity