Trail Status - What you need to know!
Current Riding Conditions
The Timber Trail is OPEN
The trail is open for Autumn. 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 Timber Trail is officially classified as a Grade 2 / 3 (Easy) trail under the NZCT Design Guidelines. However, due to ongoing surface degradation and delayed maintenance, some sections are currently riding closer to a Grade 3 (Intermediate) experience. Riders should expect rougher terrain in places, which may impact the ride quality, particularly for those expecting a smoother surface. We continue to advocate for essential maintenance to restore the trail to its intended standard and appreciate your understanding.
Our contractor Bill is working on the section between kilometre 10 and 14 completing some welcome upgrades.
We are working with the Department of Conservation on a maintenance plan to ensure the trail delivers to the excellent
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!
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.
