Walking time
4 hr return
Length
2.3km
Uses
Walking/Running, Mountain Biking
Type
Double track
Walking difficulty
Easy: Walking track
Mountain Bike Grade
Intermediate: Grade 3
Profile
40m climb
-365m descent
413m highest point
Dogs
Yes (on lead)
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About the trail
Surrounded by native forest and birdlife, the Belmont Trig Track drops down to Korokoro Dam and then climbs uphill via Baked Beans Bend to Belmont Trig.
The trail is mainly for bikers, but walkers are also allowed. At the top, you’ll get a 360-degree view, from the Tararua Range all the way round to the South Island’s Kaikōura Ranges.
On your return journey, you’ll pass through farmland and forest, including native tawa, kahikatea and rimu trees.
Caleb Smith Photography
Getting there
- The trail starts and ends at the Oakleigh Street entrance to Belmont Regional Park, in the Lower Hutt suburb of Maungaraki.
- There are regular bus and train services to Lower Hutt and the surrounding area. Timetables are available from Metlink.
Know before you go
- Get ready using Plan My Walk by the NZ Mountain Safety Council for track alerts, weather forecasts, trip reviews, and a packing list.
- The trail is not suitable for mountain buggies.