Best Mountain Bike Trails in Manawatu-Whanganui

OPEN

Intermediate

42.1m

671m

-1095m

247h 3m

42 Traverse Track partially closedThe 42 Traverse is partially closed due to an active slip that has washed out a 150 m section of the track. The slip is located between the turn off to Top/Clymo Track and the turnoff to Waione/Cokers Track: Map of the 42 Traverse Track closure (PDF, 3,119K). Coordinates: E1815764 N5683154 and E1815854 N5683059.Investigations into track stability are ongoing and we will provide updates as the situation progresses.The remainder of the 42 Traverse is open. Top/Clymo Track and Ten Man Hut are accessible from Ohinetonga Reserve, and Waione/Cokers Track is accessible from Kapoors Road. Due to the partial closure, the 42 Traverse is not operational as a full end-to-end experience.First published on 28 November 2022. Last reviewed on 8 December 2022.This ride is a vehicle track off state highway 47 to Owhango. Despite being vehicle track it is rutted and gnarled enough to entertain experienced riders. Can be extremely muddy to the point of gumming up gears. The river crossings provide opportunities for un-gumming things and were ridable but over bottom bracket. It is not recommended to do this track after heavy rains as not being able to cross the river would mean a long uphill ride back. There is a pub at the end of the road in Owhango for a well deserved beer.It is recommended to take a topomap and gps/compass this is not somewhere you'd want to get lost.

OPEN

Intermediate

1.3m

65m

-295m

12h 24m

A predominantly downhill flowing trail with lots of berms and a smooth surface that's fun for all the family. Running from the summit of the park this trail has has a few incarnations over the years. The berms and rollers make for great times and make About Time a great trail to get those skills dialed in on. There is even a bridge thrown into the mix to keep you on your toes the whole way down to where it meets Ice Breaker.Keep your eyes out, at the mid point of the trail in branches. There is the option to continue on About Time to Ice Breaker, or you can split off and take a short trail section to Container Hub. This is good for riders who wish to go straight into Mr. Twister.

Intermediate

2.2 km

13m

-30m

4h 26m

A small single trail that leads to an area for dirt jumping.

OPEN

Easiest

2.1m

5m

-34m

11h 25m

Ashhurst Bridge to Raukawa Road section of the Ashhurst to Palmerston North pathway. Dogs are permitted on leash and horses may be encountered.

OPEN

Easiest

1.4m

5m

-11m

Council extension gravel non-motorised path which will link Kitchener Park to Boness road exit (not complete - this is currently an out-and-back track). Be aware this is not officially open and workers may be present with machinery.