Wellington Regional Trails
The top of the 4 degrees Track in Belmont Regional Park. A small signpost shows direction, with gravel paths cutting through farmland and hills in the background.

Named after its gentle gradient, 4 degrees is an easy option for mountain bikers and walkers to access Old Coach Road.

Walking time
1 hr each way
Length
3.4km
Uses
Walking/Running, Mountain Biking
Type
Single track
Walking difficulty
Easy: Walking track
Mountain Bike Grade
Easy: Grade 2
Profile

362m climb

-158m descent

350m highest point

Dogs
Yes (on lead)
The beginning of the 4 Degrees Track in Belmont Regional Park. A Wooldshed sits to the right and flax on the left, with old wooden fences pathing the way.

The bottom of the trail begins beside the old Woolshed, and runs alongside Korokoro Stream.

About the trail

As the name suggests, 4 Degrees is a leisurely climb up to Old Coach Road, the first road ever built between Lower Hutt and Porirua.

4 Degrees is mostly used by uphill bikers and walkers travelling in both directions. It offers an easier ride than the alternative route along Slogger Logger (a 4WD track).

The sign at the bottom of the 4 degrees Track in Belmont Regional Park. The sign reads '4 Degrees Track, Old Coach Road 3km and Hill Road 4.5km.' There are symbols that show walkers and bikes are welcome, but no horses.

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Five people standing on the summit of Boulder Hill, Puke Ariki in Belmont Regional Park at sunset.

Puke Ariki / Haywards Korokoro Traverse

Belmont Regional ParkPuke Ariki / Haywards Korokoro Traverse is an advanced-level trail in Belmont Regional Park. Walk or ride across rugged terrain while taking in the views.

A sign post next to the Electric Avenue hiking trail.

Electric Avenue

Belmont Regional ParkElectric Avenue is an adventurous downhill mountain bike ride with berms and tabletops.

The view from the summit of Belmont Trig Track, a biking and walking trail in Lower Hutt.

Belmont Trig Track

Belmont Regional ParkBelmont Trig Track is a half-day scenic walk, run, or bike ride through native forest. The view from the top includes the Tararua and Kaikōura Ranges.

The Borderline trail in Belmont Regional Park, a gravel and grass trail down grassy hills.

Borderline

Belmont Regional ParkBorderline is a fast downhill walking and mountain bike track with steep drops, jumps, and a few surprises to keep you alert.

The Bull-A-Varde track in Belmont Regional Park cuts through trees on a single track.

Bull-A-Varde

Belmont Regional ParkBull-A-Varde is an intermediate-grade mountain bike track linking popular routes in Belmont Regional Park.

A narrow hiking trail shadowed by bushes and trees.

Bull Run

Belmont Regional ParkBull Run is a flowing mountain bike trail that weaves through a protected sanctuary in the heart of Belmont Regional Park.

The Connect Four trail in Belmont Regional Park. The trail is grassy and surrounded by gorse bush.

Connect Four

Belmont Regional ParkConnect Four is a short two-way mountain biking trail that links two popular riding routes within Belmont Regional Park.

A section of the Wētā mountain bike track in Belmont Regional Park. The dirt track winds around burms, and through gorse bush.

Wētā

Belmont Regional ParkWētā is a short and snappy intermediate-grade downhill mountain bike ride that connects to other trails in the park.

A person in a white teeshirt and a black and brown dog are standing on a hillside overlooking a coastal town, the harbour and a distant mountain range.

Te Whiti Riser

Te Whiti Riser is a popular, all-weather walking and mountain biking track, with extensive views over Wainuiomata, Lower Hutt and Wellington Harbour.

Two adults and two children riding bicycles on a gravel path surrounded by dense green trees and grass.

Hutt River Trail

The Hutt River Trail is a flat, easy trail along the Hutt River from Petone to Upper Hutt. Cycle, walk or run on this well-maintained Grade 2 trail.