Best Mountain Bike Trails in Rangataua

Rangataua offers a network of intermediate to advanced trails through native forest on the foothills of Mt Ruapehu, featuring the popular 12km Grade 3 loop and the scenic Middle Track. The area delivers stunning mountain views and challenging terrain suitable for experienced riders looking to combine forested single-track with old logging roads. Access requires some elevation gain, with riders able to tackle the Rangataua Road to reach a series of interconnected loops including North, East, and West tracks.