Wellington Regional Trails
A scenic view from the Mākara Peak Mountain Bike Park toward the South Island with twelve wind turbines standing along a mountain range and blue skies above.

This advanced trail makes for an exhilarating ride through remote parts of Mākara Peak Mountain Bike Park.

Length
7.1km
Uses
Mountain Biking
Type
Single track
Mountain Bike Grade
Advanced: Grade 4
Profile

478m climb

-335m descent

403m highest point

Dogs
Yes (on lead)
A large informational plaque at Mākara Peak Mountain Bike Park with a directional signpost centred behind it and a mountain range in the background.

About the trail

This grade 4 route traverses nine trails and climbs to an elevation of 478m. Taking in Missing Link, the top of Leaping Lizard and Nikau Valley, it includes some of the more remote trails in the park.

This mountain bike-only route can be used in one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating.

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The Lizard Loop track at Mākara Peak Mountain Bike Park located in the Wellington Region.

Lizard Loop

Mākara Peak Mountain Bike ParkThis popular 6km loop located in the Mākara Peak Mountain Bike Park, is great for riders looking for some variety or to extend their normal ride.

The Mid Peak Loop, a popular 8km intermediate route traversing eight different trails in the Mākara Peak Mountain Bike Park.

Mid Peak Loop

Mākara Peak Mountain Bike ParkA popular 8km intermediate route traversing eight different trails in the Mākara Peak Mountain Bike Park.

The Fern Loop, a short loop in the lower part of Mākara Peak Mountain Bike Park.

Fern Loop

Mākara Peak Mountain Bike ParkA short loop in the lower part of Mākara Peak Mountain Bike Park. Great for beginners, it includes two of the easiest tracks in the park — Koru and Lazy Fern.

A curved, leaf-covered, wooden path through the forest at Mākara Peak Mountain Bike Park in the Greater Wellington Region.

Kids and Beginners Loop

Mākara Peak Mountain Bike ParkThis trail is the flattest and easiest loop at Mākara Peak, ideal for kids or beginners just getting into mountain biking.

A vast landscape with tall dry grass in the foreground, rolling hills, houses along the coastline and a mountain range across the water.

Tip Track

Waimapihi Reserve, Brooklyn Turbine and Te Kopahou ReserveA punishing route to the top of Hawkins Hill with stunning views over Wellington.

The view over the Wellington Harbour and city from Mount Kaukau/ Tarikākā on the Skyline Walkway.

Skyline Walkway

Journey along Wellington’s highest peaks from Mākara Saddle to the summit of Mount Kaukau, ending in Johnsonville.

The Jail Brake track at Centennial Reserve in Miramar.

Jail Brake

Centennial ReserveZoom down this challenging downhill track with jumps, drops and a wallride.

At the top of Mākara Walkway looking south, you can see the coastline with windmills dotting the hills. The top of the South Island an be seen in the distance.

Mākara Walkway

Clamber high above the Mākara Beach cliffs and discover exhilarating views, WWII gun emplacements, breathtaking beachfront, and historic pā sites.

The rocky coastline, blue water, and mountains are at Red Rocks Coastal Walkway.

Red Rocks Track

Waimapihi Reserve, Brooklyn Turbine and Te Kopahou ReserveAdventure along the ridgelines on the south coast for huge views of the Cook Strait and then down to the coastline to meet the fur seals.

The bright blue water and rugged coastline at Red Rocks on Wellington's south coast.

Red Rocks Coastal Walk

Waimapihi Reserve, Brooklyn Turbine and Te Kopahou ReserveExperience the wildest part of Wellington’s rugged south coast, where you might encounter a colony of fur seals and catch views of the South Island.