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Alpine Explorer - Downhill

Estuary Burn North East Branch

Mountain Biking Moderate

Distance
24 km
Ascent
392 m
Descent
1.2 km
Duration
1-2 hrs
Low Point
285 m
High Point
1.1 km
Gradient
11˚
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Alpine Explorer - Downhill Map

This is a popular mountain biking route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's extremely remote, it features medium exposure and is typically done between September and May. From a low point of 285 m to the maximum altitude of 1.1 km, the route covers 24 km, 392 vertical metres of ascent and 1240 vertical metres of descent.

Riding down the Estuary Burn valley
Riding down the Estuary Burn valley Photo: Southern Lakes Helibike
The beech forest section
The beech forest section Photo: Southern Lakes Helibike
Approaching the lakefront
Approaching the lakefront Photo: Southern Lakes Helibike
Landing at the top of the Esuary Burn Valley
Landing at the top of the Esuary Burn Valley Photo: Photo: Victoria Caffrey
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Description

25km Mountain Bike Descent via helicopter access

Difficulty

Moderate

Mostly stable trail tread with some variability, with unavoidable obstacles 8in/20cm tall or less. Other obstacles such as rock gullies and steep sections may exist. Ideal for lower intermediate riders.

Medium Exposure

2 out of 4

The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.

Remoteness

4 out of 4

In the high mountains or remote conditions, all individuals must be completely autonomous in every situation.

Best time to visit

between September and May

Features

  • Flow
  • Picturesque
  • Singletrack
  • In the forest