Varley's #408 Mountain Bike Trail
Status
OPEN
Difficulty
Advanced
Distance
754m
Elevation
8m
-77m
Rating
Description
Named after Gareth Varley and built by Johnsonville Cycles in 1998/99, Varley's is a classic Mākara Peak trail. With the opening of T4 in late 2022, Varley's was changed to a downhill only trail. It's a good option for riders wanting something more technical and natural, with tight switchbacks and lots of exposed bedrock.When combined with Zac's and Wahine (in the back of Karori Park) it's a great downhill alternative for intermediate/advanced riders looking for something different.
Weather
Details
Condition
Ideal
E-bike access
Class 1
Dogs
Allowed
Physical rating
Moderate
Grade
-9.3% avg, -43.9% max
Altitude range
244m to 313m
Last updated
26 Mar 2026
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