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Mountain Biking
Explore the inspiring and challenging landscape in the Ruapehu region on bike. We know you'll be exhilarated by the varied landscapes and typography discovered on the many trails.
Two of the seven trails which are part of the New Zealand Cycle Trail Project are found in the region; Central North Island Rail Trail and Mountains to the Sea Trails.
Cycling Trails
Ohakune Old Coach Road
Early stages of the Mountains to Sea Trail cycleway, namely the Ohakune Old Coach Road cycleway, in Ohakune has already been completed and is open. Initially it was the carriage-way for travellers before the train track was completed through the heart of the North Island. Seeped in history, there are great views and sights, including the Hapuawhenua Viaduct.
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Cyclists outside The Station, National Park Village enroute to Fishers Track
Fishers Track
Fishers Track is part of the Mountains to Sea trail and provides a challenging yet scenic ride of about 2-3 hours. Be ready for a steady climb to the summit and then zoom along the 17km downhill stretch. Start from National Park Village.
42 Traverse
This is considered to be one of the premium bike tracks in the North Island, located in what was State Forest 42 and now the Tongariro Forest Park. Follow old logging roads as you navigate challenging downhills and muscle testing uphill paths. Starting at Kapoors Road, Taurewa on Highway 47, the trail is around 46 kilometres long with an overall descent of 570 metres.
The Bridge to Nowhere/Mangapurua Valley
An iconic trail, it generally follows the Mangapurua Stream before reaching the Bridge to Nowhere, on the Whanganui River. The surrounding land is seeped in rich Maori and early colonial history.
Further Biking & Cycling Information
Details on these and other trails in the region can be found in the Ruapehu Great Bike Rides trail map. It is available from the Ohakune i-SITE, contact them by email or phone +64 6 385 8428.
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Also, find out information on the Forgotten World Highway from Turangi to New Plymouth.
Bikes & Gear for Hire
Don't worry if you haven't brought your bike. You can still enjoy the trails by hiring a mountain bike from providers in the region.
Ruapehu Mountain Biking - Activities
We have found 7 Mountain Biking listings in Ruapehu
Dempsey Snow Express
Snow Express is a mountain transport service running a regular shuttle service between Ohakune and Turoa Skifield .
When the conditions on the mountain road are extreme for the safety and...
25 Seddon Street
Email: dempsey.buses@xtra.co.nz
Web: www.dempseybuses.co.nz
Adventure Sport, TCB Ski & Board
Newest shop in the area! Come check out our new rental fleet, full workshop and boot lab. We provide an exclusive range of hardware and clothing along with excellent customer...
27 Ayr Street
(next to the video shop)
Email: info@tcbskiandboard.co.nz
Web: www.tcbskiandboard.co.nz
Spirit of the River Jet
You will have a great time exploring this region with us.
We'll take you on a jet boat tour up the mighty Whanganui River, to the Bridge to Nowhere...
1018 Para Para Road
Email: info@spiritoftheriverjet.co.nz
Web: www.spiritoftheriverjet.co.nz
Whanganui River Adventures
Whanganui River Adventures - owned and operated by locals Ken & Josephine Haworth, Ken has been Commercial Jetboating on the river since 1985 with his parents who started in the...
2513 Pipiriki-Raetihi Road
RD 6
Email: ken.pipiriki@xtra.co.nz
Web: www.whanganuiriveradventures.co.nz
Mountain Bike Station
Why not make The Mountain Bike Station your base for your next Mountain Biking adventure, offering you the latest mountain bikes available, (AVANTI & SCOTT) with front and full suspension...
60 Thames Street
Email: mtbstation@stationlodge.co.nz
Web: www.mountainbikestation.co.nz
Bridge to Nowhere Tour
Bridge to Nowhere Tour - 4 hours
Departing from Pipiriki our jet boat tours run daily travelling 30km into the wilderness region of the Whanganui National Park. Pass through fern-clad gorges,...
Pipiriki
R D 6 Whanganui River
Email: info@bridgetonowhere.co.nz
Web: www.bridgetonowhere.co.nz
1 Rata Street
Email: matai.lodge@xtra.co.nz
Web: Visit Website