Pillars of Hercules Mountain Bike Trail
Status
OPEN
Difficulty
Intermediate
Distance
6 m
Elevation
249m
-138m
Rating
Description
Track that runs from the Desert Rd, to the Pillars of Hercules gorge to Urchin Camping Ground which is also the start/or end of tree trunk gorge track. Great fun downhill to the very impressive Gorge and rock formations of the Pillars. NB: 12km is for there and back.
Weather
Hourly forecast →Details
Condition
Ideal
Dogs
Allowed
Physical rating
Moderate
Grade
1.9% avg, -64.8% max
Altitude range
653m to 823m
Region
Kaimanawa Forest ParkLast updated
9 Apr 2026
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