Ref: http://tracks.org.nz/track/show/12
Print date: 13 Feb 2012 16:51:13
Location: Makara Peak, Wellington, New Zealand
Overview:
Tight and twisty singletrack from the summit of Makara Peak.
Grade: Intermediate
Access: Bike and Foot
Description:
This is narrow track that sashays around the northern side of Makara Peak. It provides either an interesting exit from the summit, or an alternative climb up to the summit. A route in either direction that includes Varley's and Wahine is a popular combination.
There are several rocky sections to provide a bit of technical challenge when travelling in either direction.
At around the 1.0km point, when heading down, there is a 1m+ step down. The drop is straight ahead so if you want to avoid it, then deviate sharply to the right for an easier path.
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Getting there:
Drops down from the summit of Makara Peak, heading towards the north past the summit shelter.
The other end is at the point where Varley's meets Snake Charmer.
Other notes:
This track is two-way, so watch out for people ascending.
Length: 1.46km
Conditions: Single track
Last modified: 16 Jan 2011 by Ian
Created by: Jonny