Flora Carpark Via Barron Flat To Upper Takaka aka Old Takaka pack track Mountain Bike Trail
Status
Difficulty
Advanced
Distance
37.7m
Elevation
1024m
-1889m
Description
The trail starts from Flora Car Park. The first section is an easy wide track that narrows as you go. After the first swing bridge it becomes a grade 4. Narrow, steep dropoffs, rooty and slippery when wet. Many blown-out corners require bikes to be carried or walked. After Barron flat it becomes a grade 3, pretty grown over and trees down. The last part is a gravel road under the powerlines. A massive iron gate has to be passed then you are on the 4WD track that leads down to Takaka. It's an 8 km steep descent with lots of loose gravel and small rocks. Take care of oncoming traffic.
Weather
Details
Condition
Variable
E-bike access
Not allowed
Physical rating
Moderate
Grade
-2.3% avg, -86.2% max
Region
MotuekaLast updated
26 Mar 2026
Links
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Trail features
Bridge
Ladder Bridge
Frequently asked questions
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