The five Waikato River Trails

The Waikato River Trails are divided into five sections across a range of terrain from gently undulating trails to some that are steeper, rugged and more adventurous. The trails are are graded from 3 (Intermediate) to 4 (Advanced) and while they are mostly wide and smooth, some are trickier single-track trails (particularly on the Waipapa section) – a mountain bike is recommended.

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We are thrilled to acknowledge the incredible generosity of PermaPine LTD for donating posts to help us improve safety along the Waikato River Trails. Thanks to their support, we’re installing new barriers in key sections of the trail to ensure a safer experience for everyone.

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We are incredibly grateful to Atiamuri Sand and Pumice for their generous donation of rocks for stabilisation and erosion control along the Waikato River Trails.

Operating near Lake Whakamaru, this fantastic local business is helping us ensure the trails remain safe and enjoyable for all.

Thank you, Atiamuri Sand and Pumice, for making a difference! 😍

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3 months ago
Waikato River Trails

The recent weather has certainly put the trees to the test!
Our maintenance guru, Kjell, has been working hard in the Whakamaru Section, just north of Tram Road, clearing away the fallen trees to ensure the trails are open for enjoyment.

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