Trail Status - What you need to know!
Current Riding Conditions
The Timber Trail is OPEN
The trail is open for Spring. The weather is still variable days so plan for cold temperatures and still pack your sunscreen!
Ensure you have plenty of warm gear and pack well for both heat and cold - it's definitely winter.
General
The trail is riding well albeit with a bit more water than normal. The mid section on day two is muddier than we would like, but still flowing ok... Go on - make the most of some stunning riding.
From Monday 23rd September; Bill our contractor will be out on the trail working on repairing and sorting the water damage and getting things back to a Great Ride. Slow down, say Hi (and thanks). The work is on the second half of the track between Mystery Triangle and the Mangatukutuku Bridge.
If you see something that needs fixing, please let us know!
(Check out our packing list Plan Ahead)
Happy riding - and celebrate being out in the wonderful Pureora Forest Park
In an emergency - Dial 111.
In case of fire, accident or other emergency.
Give Emergency Services your location (nearest km marker)
Current Hazards:
Maintenance work is continuing on the track, please be aware of contractors and follow instructions if asked. If you see something that needs sorting - Please let us know!
Caution: Titiraupenga Road from the Centre of the North Island trail and Arataki Bridge will be closed to traffic while a road tomo undergoes a complete reconstruction. However, cyclists and walkers can proceed with caution through the area following instructions from the contractors.
More on the Centre of North Island Trail
Central North Island Heartland Ride Traffic Alert
Please note there is additional traffic on Link Road into the YMCA Camp (due to renovations). Please stay alert and follow the road rules for everyone's safety. Stay left where practical.
If you see anything on this track that needs attention - please let us know.
Ongarue - Taumarunui Back Road (Tour Aotearoa / Connector Ride)
Expect logging trucks along this road through 2023/24. Signage is in place.
More on this Connector Ride
How are we doing?
The team behind the Timber Trail are always looking to check in on how we are doing giving you as a rider a great experience - so please take a few minutes to complete this survey.
The Timber Trail is a partnership. Thanks to our partners for making this Great Ride Adventure possible.
