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Packhorse Hut Mountain Bike Trail

Status

OPEN
Advanced

Difficulty

Advanced

Distance

5.5m

Elevation

389m
-89m

Rating

4.2 (8)

Description

The bottom two thirds or so of the trail traverse across grass fields and through pine forest. There are some roots and rocks to keep it interesting, and some steeper sections that will test your fitness going uphill.The tracks changes its tune closer to the top, where it becomes narrower, rockier, and quite exposed (suitable for advanced/confident riders).The trail is quite far from Christchurch, and sees little traffic. This adds to the experience, but come prepared with spare tubes, tools, and probably a riding buddy.

Weather

Details

Condition

Ideal

E-bike access

Class 1

Dogs

Allowed

Physical rating

Hard

Grade

5.5% avg, -36.5% max

Altitude range

146m to 453m

Last updated

26 Mar 2026

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