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Cycling in and near Waihi Beach

A cruisy bike ride adventure is one to put on the to-do list at Waihi Beach. Further afield there are plenty more paths and trails to ride, from the Hauraki Rail Trail to Rotorua.

The New Zealand Cycle Trail
With over 2500km available, the NZ Cycle Trail is well worth exploring. With trails to suit all levels, biking is a great way to have fun. http://www.nzcycletrail.com

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Athenree Wetland Loop Walk

The award winning Athenree Saltmarsh Wetlands project is providing a habitat for indigenous plants and animals and is regionally significant as it plays host to some of the largest populations Read more...
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The Rail Tunnel Loop – Karangahake Gorge

A 2.5km loop takes you through the kilometre-long rail tunnel (lighting is provided) along the gorgeous river’s edge and through the remains of 19th century mine buildings. Please note that Read more...
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Oropi Grove Mountain Bike Park – Tauranga

Tauranga’s oldest mountain bike park. Includes cross-country, downhill and freeride terrain featuring a variety of purpose-built jumps and drops. Grade 2 and upwards. Located 3kms up Oropi Road from the Read more...
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Athenree Estuary Walk/Cycleway

A 3km trail from Waihi Beach to Bowentown. To enter the Athenree Estuary cycle/walk way see the entrance opposite the Surf Shack cafe on Emerton Road. The trail starts here Read more...
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Waikino to Karangahake

This is the original Karangahake walkway, and takes about 1-2 hours one way. It is suitable for wheelchairs (via the railway tunnel only). From the Waikino Station Café visitors cross Read more...
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Waitawheta Tramway

Follow an old tramline (1898 – 1928) on a relatively flat track through the spectacular historic Waitawheta Gorge. Extensive kauri logging took place in the early mining days and visitors Read more...
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Pa Head and Viewpoint (Bowentown Domain)

Walk or drive up the hill and visit the ancient Pa-sites of Bowentown Heads. ‘PƒÅ’ refers to any Maori village or defensive settlement, but often refers to hill forts – Read more...
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Summerhill Trails – Tauranga

20kms of trails with views over Tauranga and the Mount. Most trails are Grade 3. Located in the Papamoa Hills on Reid Road (off Welcome Bay Road). www.summerhilltrails.co.nz Read more...
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Redwoods Mountain Bike Park – Rotorua

Only 1.5 hours drive from Waihi Beach, Rotorua is the place to go for mountain biking. Take a break from beachside relaxing and head over to Rotorua for a day Read more...
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Hauraki Rail Trail – Waihi, Paeroa, Thames, Te Aroha

The Rail Trail is an incredible cycling experience along the Ohinemuri River and through the Karanghake Gorge.  Cycle from Waihi through to Paeroa and further along to Thames or Te Read more...