Black House Down Mountain Bike Trail
Status
CLOSED
Difficulty
Advanced
Distance
736m
Elevation
7m
-129m
Rating
Description
A new grade 4 trail which starts midway between the Eagle vs Shark Picnic Table and Tukonohi on Koe Koe Rd, ends at Te Pūtake o Tawa shuttle pickup. Named after the infamous Black House on Tarawera Rd which came down the day this trail was finished. Built by Velosolutions, July 2021.As this trail is all in the open, it can succumb to frost damage, so please avoid when frosty.
Weather
Details
Condition
Ideal
E-bike access
Class 1
Dogs
Allowed
Grade
-16.6% avg, -41.2% max
Altitude range
454m to 576m
Region
Whakarewarewa ForestLast updated
26 Mar 2026
Links
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Trail features
Berm
Drop
Frequently asked questions
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