Hawksburn - Thomsons Gorge Gravel Bike Double
Lake Dunstan Trail, Otago Central Rail Trail, Ride Guides,
An epic 12hour, 210km gravel bike mission through Central Otago.
GET INSPIRED!
A collection of inspirational blogs, stories and ride guides from the Otago bike trails, from Queenstown through Central Otago and Clutha to Dunedin.
You’ll probably arrive talking about our spectacular landscapes; more than likely thinking about our sensational food and wine; as well as planning those awesome cycle trails which you’re going to ride. But you’re likely to leave talking about the people you’ve met, the experiences you’ve shared and the new stories you’ve made.
In the meantime, until you’ve made your own, here are some great stories to get you started…
A Dedicated Farmer of Fashion
Community & Environment, Photography & Video, Otago Central Rail Trail,
A new book and a 2-year exhibition in Dunedin celebrate the life of Eden Hore.
One Day Winter Wonders
Ride Guides, Queenstown Trails, Lake Dunstan Trail, Otago Central Rail Trail, Clutha Gold Trail, Roxburgh Gorge Trail,
The best bike rides on the Otago cycle trails in winter.
Clyde Dam Tour
Lake Dunstan Trail, Community & Environment, Otago Central Rail Trail,
A tour of the Clyde Dam is a unique opportunity to explore this icon of the Lake Dunstan Trail.
Trail Tipples
cycling, Ride Guides, Otago Central Rail Trail, Lake Dunstan Trail, Queenstown Trails,
Exploring Otago Wine Country on New Zealand’s Best Cycle Trails.
11 of the Best Short Walks in Otago
Walking, Queenstown Trails, Otago Central Rail Trail, Lake Dunstan Trail, Roxburgh Gorge Trail, Clutha Gold Trail,
11 of the best short walks in Otago and close to the cycle trails, ranging from 30 minutes up to 3 h…
Backcountry for Beginners
Ride Guides, Otago Central Rail Trail,
The Mount Ida Water Race is a great backcountry mountain bike ride for beginners.
The Best Pies in Otago
Ride Guides, Otago Central Rail Trail, Lake Dunstan Trail, Quick Reads,
A guide to the best pies in Otago along the cycle trails.
Marauding Magpies
Ride Guides, Trail Tips & Coaching, Otago Central Rail Trail,
Tips for cyclists to avoid swooping magpies this spring.
Taniwhā's Tail
Community & Environment, Walking, Ride Guides, Otago Central Rail Trail,
The Upper Taiari River Scroll Plains are one of the most important and unique wetlands in NZ, and an…
In Pictures - The Otago Central Rail Trail
Ride Guides, Photography & Video, Otago Central Rail Trail, Quick Reads,
Best of the Otago Central Rail Trail - a stunning video and photo gallery.
Rail:Lines
Community & Environment, Trail Towns, Otago Central Rail Trail,
A pedal-powered poetry tour of the Otago Central Rail Trail with 1964 magazine.