Best Mountain Bike Trails in West Harbour
West Harbour Regional Park is a scenic Auckland destination offering around 20km of singletrack and wider trails suitable for all abilities, with amazing views over the upper Waitemata Harbour. The park features both challenging and family-friendly routes, a dedicated kids track, and excellent post-ride facilities including hot showers. The combination of diverse trail options and scenic harbour views makes it a popular choice for Auckland mountain bikers.
Trails
Showing 1 - 5 of 5 trails
Easiest
474m
1m
-6m
5h 31m
Easy short loop going around the Cedar Farm Reservoir. The most challenging part is clearing the access road climb to it But a fun little outing with some great views.Cedar Farm Reservoir is nestled between Mt Martin, Mt Kettle and Mihiwaka. Access from carpark on Blueskin Rd.
Intermediate
4m
312m
-43m
Stage one of a proposed trail between Waikouaiti and Port Chalmers is the section between Waitati and Mopanui Rd, close to the Orokonui Ecosanctuary.It is a 4.3km-long, grade 2-3 trail, climbing to 300m above sea level, giving views of Blueskin Bay, the coastline and surrounding hills.Construction started in August 2024, after resource consent was granted and Waitati landowners Graeme and Marie Bennett allowed access for the trail to pass through their property.At the bottom of the trail please park west of the Waitati River bridge. There is no parking on Chelivode St.
Intermediate
2.7m
4m
-195m
23h 38m
Easiest
984.8m
34m
-40m
4h 3m
The Osbourne Track to Purakanui, as the name suggests, links Osbourne to Purakanui. A fun little track with some great views. Please do respect private property though.
Intermediate
508m
4m
-102m
18h 50m
Fall line track down to the Sawyers Bay Reservoir. Keep an eye out for the tape flags on the trees for the route - easy on the way down, trickier on the way up.