Dead Man's Drop Mountain Bike Trail

Q: How difficult is Dead Man's Drop?

Dead Man's Drop is rated Very difficult. The average grade is -2.7% with a maximum grade of -6.0%.

Q: How long is Dead Man's Drop?

Dead Man's Drop is 224m long with an estimated ride time of 3h 27m.

Q: Are dogs allowed on Dead Man's Drop?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Dead Man's Drop. Please keep your dog under control and be considerate of other trail users.

Q: What is the elevation of Dead Man's Drop?

Dead Man's Drop ranges from 675m to 681m in elevation.

Q: Where is Dead Man's Drop located?

Dead Man's Drop is located in Rangataua Forest, New Zealand.

Status

OPEN

Difficulty

Very difficult

Distance

224m

Description

Weather

Details

Dogs

Allowed

Grade

-2.7% avg, -6.0% max

Altitude range

675m to 681m

Region

Rangataua Forest

Last updated

26 Mar 2026

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Dead Man's Drop Mountain Bike Trail