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Discover Nature - Emerge Reinvigorated

Discover the Timber Trail and all its stories and secrets hidden in this remarkable forest... ride a trail journey through time deep in the heart of the North Island. Widely regarded as New Zealand's Number One multi day ride adventure ride - traversing awe-inspiring forests, teeming with cacophonous bird life, incredible suspension bridges and so much more.

Plan your adventureEverything you need to plan and book your epic journey

Getting hereNestled in the centre of the North Island | transport & directions

Caterpillar Tractor | Timber Trail NZ

Short on time?Discover a taste of the Trail for those short on time

Ellis & Burnand lokies on the Ongarue Spiral | Timber Trail NZ

Engineering marvelsSuspension bridges, Ongarue Spiral, tunnels, old tramlines & more

Kokako | Timber Trail NZ

Incredible ecologyRegenerating native bush, flourishing birdlife, bats & more

A human storyAncient Maori trails, protestors and conservation success

The Timber Trail is a partnership. Thanks to our partners for making this Great Ride Adventure possible.

Department of Conservation New Zealand

Ruapehu District Council

New Zealand Cycle Trails

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