Mountains To Sea
- Grade: Intermediate - Advanced
- Duration: 4-6 days
- Total Length: 317km
- Location: Manawatu
Due to the collapse of the Depot Bridge, the Kaiwhakauka Track is closed until further notice; however the Mangapurua Track is still open. Cyclists planning to ride the Mountains to Sea Trail to the Bridge to Nowhere should start from Ohakune rather than National Park.
The Mountains to Sea Cycle Trail uses a combination of local mountain biking trails, public roads and a jet boat to take riders from the mountains of the Central Volcanic Plateau to the sea in Whanganui. Cyclists will traverse two national parks that are rich in natural and cultural heritage, enjoying stunning scenery along the way. It is suitable for all fitness levels and offers stunning scenery. This trail is a must if travelling to this part of the country.
The Mountains to Sea Cycle Trail is located in the Central North Island, approximately half way between Auckland and Wellington. From these airports you can connect with scheduled bus services or drive to get to Ohakune or National Park and the start of the cycle trail. The region is also serviced by the Northern Explorer train that travels between Auckland and Wellington. There are train stations located in Taumarunui, National Park and Ohakune.
The Maungapurua Track has some potentially dangerous bluffs that should be walked rather than cycled. Mobile phone coverage is limited outside of Ohakune, National Park and Whanganui. Due to the length and remoteness of the trail, it's recommended that you carry an emergency location device - these are available for hire from a number of local tourism operators. The Mountains to Sea is a grade 3 cycle trail so a reasonable level of fitness is required to ride the entire trail and mountain bikes with front suspension are recommended.
For more information, view the Mountains To Sea page provided by NZ Cycle Trail.
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