Hokitika

LOCATION: Hokitika

MODERATE / HARD
Time: Make a day of it!

A network of excellent tracks maintained by the West Coast Mountain Bike Club. All are within easy biking distance of Hokitika township. Information on these tracks and the maps are available at Hokitika Cycles and Sportsworld. These tracks, including one built for the Nationals, offer intermediate and advanced riders access to great views of the mountains and sea, jumps, and fun challenges including a ride through an old gold mining tunnel. 

LOCATION: Hokitika

GRADE 2

HALF DAY RIDES  FOUR DAY ADVENTURE

Half Day Rides

Kawhaka Creek to Milltown: part of the more challenging section but well worth it. Great views of the Arahura Valley. 

Sunny Bight at Lake Kaniere to Hurunui Jacks  a fun, mostly flat section following an old water race and weaving through beautiful bush.

Mananui Walkway (Mahinapua Walkway) to Rimu/Woodstock Road  see old timber-milling relics, Mahinapua Creek wetlands and regenerating bush.

Full Day Rides

Greymouth to Kumara  An easy ride along coastline and along an historic tramway. 

Kumara to Milltown  The most challenging section through dramatic mountain landscape, passing old goldfields, historic reservoirs, water races and an old coach road. Amazing views.

Milltown to Hokitika  Relaxed riding (except for one hill!) along a picturesque valley and Lake Kaniere. Follow an historic waterway and cruise through native forest. 

Hokitika to Ross  Easy riding with historic railway bridges, wetlands and views of the Southern Alps. 

Four Day Adventure

Spin your own story as you visit interesting towns and see a variety of West Coast landscapes. Ride it either way  south to north is the easiest.

For more information, visit the West Coast Wilderness Trail website

Whether it is a multi-day or just a day ride, Cycle Journeys is your local cycling tour specialist personalising your adventure on the West Coast Wilderness Trail, Paparoa Track, and the Kawatiri Coastal Trail. Their worry-free service includes bike hire, shuttle service, luggage transfer and accommodation booking. The team is also doing a tonne of good. With their ‘Leave Better’ Programme they give back to their trails, so the trails can give back to you.

LOCATION: Hokitika Town

EASY
Time:  A 10 minute ride for quayside and central town features, longer if you want to see the whole thing.
Access: From i-Site and Museum, or any point along the sign posted trail. 
Features: Goldrush and river-port town historic heritage sites, buildings and statues. Brochure and information panels bring history to life. Many sites included on the Town Centre Points of Interest Loop. Request a brochure showing the whole walk from the Visitor i-Site.

Kia ora, Kiwi Journeys is your trusted local cycle tour operator, specialising in self-guided and supported tours on the West Coast Wilderness Trail. 

A Cyclists Paradise

Explore the West Coast Wilderness Trail, where breathtaking landscapes and rich history meet. Perfect for cyclists of all abilities, this Grade 2-3 trail offers a relaxed yet adventurous experience for families and those seeking scenic beauty.

Cycle past stunning views of the Tasman Sea, lush rainforests, and rugged cliffs. Discover glacial rivers, serene lakes, and charming mining towns, all while tracing old mining tracks that reveal the region’s fascinating past.

Embark on a cycling journey filled with adventure and history— Book your West Coast Wilderness experience today!