UP Gravel Grinding
Gravel, gravel, some road, a little single track dirt
Mountain Biking Moderate
- Distance
- 34 km
- Ascent
- 431 m
- Descent
- 432 m
- Duration
- 2-3 hrs
- Low Point
- 317 m
- High Point
- 458 m
- Gradient
- 4˚
This is a popular mountain biking route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's remote, it features low exposure and is typically done between June and October. From a low point of 317 m to the maximum altitude of 458 m, the route covers 34 km, 431 vertical metres of ascent and 432 vertical metres of descent.
Description
It's in the middle of nowhere and terminates at a falls, the turnaround point. Then comes a long, fun, paved downhill on the back track.
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.
Low Exposure
The path is on completely flat land and potential injury is limited to falling over.
Remoteness
Away from help but easily accessed.
Best time to visit
Features
- Hike a bike
- In the forest
- Road sections