Wellington Regional Trails

Warm up or practice your skills on this mountain bike track for beginners.

Walking time

16 min

Length

1.1km

Uses

Walking/Running, Mountain Biking

Walking difficulty

Easy: Walking track

Mountain Bike Grade

Easy: Grade 2

Profile

52m climb

53m descent

135m highest point

Dogs

Yes (on lead)

About the trail

Juvenile Delinquent (also known as Juvie) is an easy loop trail in Centennial Reserve. Take in views over Miramar before heading up to a clearing for great views of Wellington. This is a machine-groomed track with priority for bikes.

Look out for the signposts for Juvie to stay on track.

Getting there

You can access Juvenile Delinquent from:

  • The entrance to Centennial Reserve is on Main Road at the water tower car park. The track starts at the gate on the left.
  • The end of Conviction.
  • Nevay Road via the Nevay Link access track.

Trail section on Juvenile Delinquent.

Know before you go

  • These tracks are shared use. Walkers and runners must give way to mountain bikers.
  • Always check for track updates on Trailforks before heading out.
  • For an up-to-date weather report, check MetService.

For more tips and advice before heading out on Wellington’s trails, check out our before you go section.

Entrance to Centennial Reserve on Main Road.

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