Whariti Peak Mountain Bike Trail

Q: How difficult is Whariti Peak?

Whariti Peak is rated Intermediate with a hard physical rating. The average grade is 7.9% with a maximum grade of -33.0%.

Q: How long is Whariti Peak?

Whariti Peak is 10m long with an estimated ride time of 60h 3m. The trail has 937m of climbing and -148m of descent.

Q: Are dogs allowed on Whariti Peak?

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

Q: Are e-bikes allowed on Whariti Peak?

E-bikes are allowed (Class 1 only) on Whariti Peak.

Q: What is the current condition of Whariti Peak?

The current condition of Whariti Peak is very dry.

Q: What is the elevation of Whariti Peak?

Whariti Peak ranges from 117m to 905m in elevation.

Q: Where is Whariti Peak located?

Whariti Peak is located in Te Apiti, New Zealand.

Q: What type of mountain bike is best for Whariti Peak?

Whariti Peak is suitable for: AM, XC, CX, Gravel.

Q: How popular is Whariti Peak?

Whariti Peak has a rating of 4.0 out of 5 based on 1 vote.

Status

OPEN

Difficulty

Intermediate

Distance

10m

Elevation

937m

-148m

Rating

4.0 (1)

Description

Wharite Peak is a mountain at the southern end of the Ruahine Range, 9 km north of Woodville in the Manawatu-Wanganui region of New Zealand. The mountain is home to the main television transmitter for the city of Palmerston North and the wider Manawatu region. The top of Whariti Peak is one of the highest vehicle accessible peaks in the North Island, there you can see from Kapiti Island all way to Mt Taranaki and if you turn around you can see all way from Hawkes Bay to Wairarapa.Remember that Whariti Road is a public road, so care needs to be taken and always stay to the left.

Weather

Details

Condition

Very Dry

E-bike access

Class 1

Dogs

Allowed

Physical rating

Hard

Grade

7.9% avg, -33.0% max

Altitude range

117m to 905m

Region

Te Apiti

Last updated

26 Mar 2026

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Frequently asked questions

How difficult is Whariti Peak?

How long is Whariti Peak?

Are dogs allowed on Whariti Peak?

Are e-bikes allowed on Whariti Peak?

What is the current condition of Whariti Peak?

What is the elevation of Whariti Peak?

Where is Whariti Peak located?

What type of mountain bike is best for Whariti Peak?

How popular is Whariti Peak?

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