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Old Cromwell to Smiths Way Mountain Bike Trail

Status

OPEN
Easy

Difficulty

Easy

Distance

17.4m

Elevation

92m
-66m

Description

Lake Dunstan Trail was built and is maintained by Southern Lakes Trails Trust.It is a purpose-built cycling and walking trail with a total length of 55km. There are 3 sections. Smith’s Way to Old Cromwell. Old Cromwell to Bannockburn Bridge. Bannockburn Bridge to Clyde Dam. This section of the trail is the easiest part and is very suitable for family groups and non-confident riders.The Old Cromwell to Clyde sections are the most popular parts of the trail with a length of approx. 41 km. It has quickly become one of the most popular trails in the country and traverses some of Central Otago’s most dramatic landscapes & scenery.Ensure your biking experience is suitable for this trail by researching trail information fully before committing to trail.Please support the Southern Lakes Trails Trust in their work in building and maintaining local trails. The Trust is progressing trails to Queenstown and Wanaka.

Weather

Details

Condition

Ideal

E-bike access

Allowed

Dogs

Allowed

Physical rating

Easy

Grade

0.2% avg, -10.6% max

Region

Cromwell

Last updated

26 Mar 2026

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Trail features

Bridge

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