Mountain Bike Trails in Hikuwai Conservation Area

Gutbuster

This is a tough climb not as it is a gravel/stone climb so traction is an issue from start to finish.

Hik O Why

Loose and steep with a couple of interesting features.

Hikuwai Loop (aka Fuzzy Nuts)

A great all weather XC track, through pine and kanuka woods and with awesome views of Clutha River.

Hikuwai Loop (aka Hairy Bush)

This trail has a few jumps and steeper sections which have alternative routes. It gives a great route through Hikuwai which can be a maze There are lots of side tracks but some are dead ends! Do not ride in the winter after a frost as becomes very sloppy. If you want to ride at this time of year do so first thing before the frost lifts or you may end up spending more time cleaning your bike than riding!

Hikuwai Trail

This is just an example of a trail wishing the Hikowai area. There are lots of options available in this area. The area has a number of jumps and berms which are designed to build confidence.

Ivan Major

Technical and steep.

M1

Access from Gunn Road to Outlet Track. A gravel multiuser track.

Outlet Trail

Spectacular scenery and popular with walkers and bikers, the track follows the Clutha River/Mata-Au from its start/finish at the Lake Wanaka outlet and Hikuwai Reserve in Albert Town. This stretch of the river is world-renowned for its trout fishing.

Rockabilly Ditch

This trail is basically a rock garden from top to bottom. Don't switch the grey matter off.

Skid Marks

Technical steep trail. Soft sand and ruts adds to the technical nature.

Skidmark (What is Left)

Serious exposure on this track. Unfortunately most has been washed away so there is only a small amount left. Do not attempt if you have vertigo or an inability to ride narrow single track.

Skull

This trail has not seen a lot of love recently. A lot of pine cones and wood in the guts. The trail is like a halfpipe with potential for jumps off the sides although you might need to bring a rake to get the best out of it.

Skull 2

This track has not had a lot of love recently but has a couple of big jumps which for those inclined...

Snake

There is some exposure and roots and rocks. Harder up than down as the rocks and roots produce a good challenge uphill.

Snake Bite

Steep and technical, only for very skilled riders.

Taylor Connector

Taylor's

This is the old track above the Outlet. Some of it has since been used for Fuzzy Nuts. However if you are wondering where the old track goes, and if it is still rideable - it certainly is.