Coming Soon to central otago!

Central Otago has two cycle trails that will become part of Nga Haerenga, The New Zealand Cycle Trail. This national project is about building a network of world class cycle trails designed to showcase the very best of our country.

The two new trails being developed in Central Otago will be of a similar standard to the Otago Central Rail Trail and ultimately will take visitors on a journey between the towns of Alexandra, Roxburgh and Lawrence. Once completed, this will create an almost complete circuit of interlinking trails between Dunedin and Central Otago. Like the ‘Rail Trail’, there are a collection of small towns and communities along the way. This allows the visitor opportunities to relax at regular intervals, ‘meet the locals’.

Construction of the initial sections for both trails began in late 2011. Completion dates for the full trail length are yet to be confirmed, however once each section of trail is complete they will be available for visitors to experience for short day trips.



Roxburgh Gorge Trail A spectacular one-day ride through truly iconic country, between Alexandra and Roxburgh Dam along the Clutha Mata-au River is a trail worth exploring. Opportunities to discover well preserved mining relics set within an imposing and inspiring landscape will appeal to a wide range of people looking for a great one day ride year round. Read More	Clutha Gold Trail The trail is a unique heritage experience along the mighty Clutha Mata-au River. Starting from Roxburgh, this trail travels through the Beaumont Gorge branching off into the rich green valley's towards the historic gold mining town of Lawrence. Stories showcasing the rich heritage from – early Maori moa hunters, Chinese gold miners, to European pastoral farming, mining and rail histories will be told. Read More