Mā Te Wā aka Ma Te Wa Mountain Bike Trail

Q: How difficult is Mā Te Wā?

Mā Te Wā is rated Advanced. The average grade is -15.7% with a maximum grade of -64.6%.

Q: How long is Mā Te Wā?

Mā Te Wā is 1.3m long with an estimated ride time of 5h 43m. The trail has 2m of climbing and -209m of descent.

Q: Are dogs allowed on Mā Te Wā?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Mā Te Wā. Please keep your dog under control and be considerate of other trail users.

Q: Are e-bikes allowed on Mā Te Wā?

E-bikes are allowed (Class 1 only) on Mā Te Wā.

Q: What is the elevation of Mā Te Wā?

Mā Te Wā ranges from 376m to 584m in elevation.

Q: Where is Mā Te Wā located?

Mā Te Wā is located in Whakarewarewa Forest, New Zealand.

Q: How popular is Mā Te Wā?

Mā Te Wā has a rating of 3.9 out of 5 based on 14 votes.

Status

OPEN

Difficulty

Advanced

Distance

1.3m

Elevation

-209m

Rating

3.9 (14)

Description

Fast flow into sharp corners. So can develop breaking bumps and become janky. Expect some rutting on the corners.

Weather

Details

E-bike access

Class 1

Dogs

Allowed

Grade

-15.7% avg, -64.6% max

Altitude range

376m to 584m

Region

Whakarewarewa Forest

Last updated

26 Mar 2026

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Mā Te Wā located?

How popular is Mā Te Wā?

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