W2K Mountain Bike Trail

Status

OPEN

Difficulty

Intermediate

Distance

14 m

Elevation

347m
-342m

Rating

4.2 (11)

Description

The Whakaipo Bay to Kinloch cycle trail can be ridden in either direction as an out and back trail (14 kilometers each way). From Taupo with take the turnoff for Kinloch or continue to Acacia Bay and take the Mapara Road to Whakaipo Bay. A further 9km loop, known as the Headland Loop, can be added taking you all the way out to the Whangamata Bluffs and stunning lake views. The whole ride is easy to intermediate without any real hills. There are a few short steeper pitches, but they are very easily walked. One of the best bits of the W2K track is the all weather surface. The track is carved out of pumice so drains really easy - a great option during rainy periods. The Great Lake Trails are maintained by Bike Taupō with local support and National Cycleways funding. Please take a few minutes and take this survey to help us procure continuing funding support.https://survey.getsmartglobal.com/survey/? question=52925.

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Details

E-bike access

Class 1

Physical rating

Moderate

Altitude range

361m to 552m

Last updated

9 Apr 2026

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