Ball and Chain Mountain Bike Trail
Status
OPEN
Difficulty
Easiest
Distance
2.1 km
Elevation
26m
-6m
Rating
Description
A flat link trail that lets riders get between Nursery Rd. and the 8 Mile Gate entry to the forest without riding on the road or car park at the trailhead. The trail is two-way and it splits in places to allow for better flow, stay left.Bridges have been removed and the track is nice and wide.Please use this trail and stay off the road.
Weather
Details
Condition
Ideal
E-bike access
Class 1
Dogs
Allowed
Grade
1.0% avg, -2.5% max
Altitude range
1110m to 1135m
Region
Whakarewarewa ForestLast updated
26 Mar 2026
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