Tauwharenikau Trail Mountain Bike Trail

Q: How difficult is Tauwharenikau Trail?

Tauwharenikau Trail is rated Easy. The average grade is 0.3% with a maximum grade of -6.1%.

Q: How long is Tauwharenikau Trail?

Tauwharenikau Trail is 3.6m long. The trail has 24m of climbing and -13m of descent.

Q: Are dogs allowed on Tauwharenikau Trail?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Tauwharenikau Trail. Please keep your dog under control and be considerate of other trail users.

Q: Are e-bikes allowed on Tauwharenikau Trail?

E-bikes are allowed (Class 1 only) on Tauwharenikau Trail.

Q: Where is Tauwharenikau Trail located?

Tauwharenikau Trail is located in Wairarapa, New Zealand.

Q: What type of mountain bike is best for Tauwharenikau Trail?

Tauwharenikau Trail is suitable for: AM, XC, Gravel.

Q: What features does Tauwharenikau Trail have?

Tauwharenikau Trail features: Bridge.

Status

OPEN

Difficulty

Easy

Distance

3.6m

Elevation

24m

-13m

Description

This track can be used to connect people between Featherston and Greytown using quiet, mostly gravel back roads, off road trails, and a new bridge across the Tauwharenikau River. The bridge is one of the longest cycle path suspension bridges in the country.

Weather

Details

E-bike access

Class 1

Dogs

Allowed

Grade

0.3% avg, -6.1% max

Region

Wairarapa

Last updated

26 Mar 2026

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Trail features

Bridge

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Frequently asked questions

How difficult is Tauwharenikau Trail?

How long is Tauwharenikau Trail?

Are dogs allowed on Tauwharenikau Trail?

Are e-bikes allowed on Tauwharenikau Trail?

Where is Tauwharenikau Trail located?

What type of mountain bike is best for Tauwharenikau Trail?

What features does Tauwharenikau Trail have?

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Tauwharenikau Trail Mountain Bike Trail