Pakihi Track

Pakihi Track is an out-and-back mountain bike trail in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand. It is 6.7 miles each way, 13 miles there and back. It runs between about 420 ft and 1,860 ft above sea level, with roughly 2,950 ft of climbing one way. It is rated mtb:scale 2: larger roots and rocks, steps and steeper pitches, for confident riders. The nearest town is Ōpōtiki, about 17 miles southeast of the start. Peaks within about 3 miles include Ngateretere and Onukuroa. For camping, Whitikau Campsite is within about 6 miles. Distances, elevations and the trail shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Trail access for bikes, closures and conditions change, so check locally before you ride.