Wellington Regional Trails
Dirt pathway surrounded by green tress and moss.

A ‘tumeke’ downhill ride with options for upping the ante.

Length

1.3km

Uses

Mountain Biking

Type

Single track

Mountain Bike Grade

Intermediate: Grade 3

Profile

148m highest point

About the trail

Tumeke is a popular downhill trail full of many features to up the skill level along the way.

For an intermediate ride, start the trail from Boundary Road opposite the end of The Doctor. If you want to push yourself, start from Upper Tumeke (an advanced Grade 4 trail).

The trail is for mountain bikers only.

Getting there

Start from the Raiha Street entrance to Ngā Ara o Rangituhi. Head along Farm Road for about 1 kilometre. Turn left on to Boundary Road and continue to the start of Tumeke (next to The Doctor). 

For a more advanced ride, you can start from Upper Tumeke.

Know before you go 

For tips and advice before heading out on Wellington’s trails check out our before you go section.

Blue wooden sign with Tumeke written on it, showing the direction of the trail.

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