Kahore Tau Mountain Bike Trail

Q: How difficult is Kahore Tau?

Kahore Tau is rated Intermediate with a moderate physical rating. The average grade is 3.6% with a maximum grade of -8.9%.

Q: How long is Kahore Tau?

Kahore Tau is 589m long with an estimated ride time of 3h 25m. The trail has 28m of climbing and -7m of descent.

Q: Are e-bikes allowed on Kahore Tau?

E-bikes are allowed (Class 1 only) on Kahore Tau.

Q: What is the current condition of Kahore Tau?

The current condition of Kahore Tau is ideal.

Q: What is the elevation of Kahore Tau?

Kahore Tau ranges from 168m to 191m in elevation.

Q: Where is Kahore Tau located?

Kahore Tau is located in Mangamahoe Mountain Bike Park, New Zealand.

Q: What type of mountain bike is best for Kahore Tau?

Kahore Tau is suitable for: XC.

Q: How popular is Kahore Tau?

Kahore Tau has a rating of 4.1 out of 5 based on 4 votes.

Status

OPEN

Difficulty

Intermediate

Distance

589m

Elevation

28m

-7m

Rating

4.1 (4)

Description

A trail hand built by Thomas Lindup of TGLContracting Ltd during 2014 and 2015. It is a climbing track heading south with a few well graded switchbacks at the start then gradually climbs through trees and old stumps before descending down to a 4WD track, the start of the Pork Pie trail and the Masters Trail. It was funded by the Lindup/Gainsford Foundation along with some funding from the New Plymouth Mountain Bike Club.

Weather

Details

Condition

Ideal

E-bike access

Class 1

Physical rating

Moderate

Grade

3.6% avg, -8.9% max

Altitude range

168m to 191m

Region

Mangamahoe Mountain Bike Park

Last updated

26 Mar 2026

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Where is Kahore Tau located?

What type of mountain bike is best for Kahore Tau?

How popular is Kahore Tau?

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