The old gold miners, timber millers and horse packers of the West Coast knew how to build a track and make it last. Nowadays, many of these historic tracks can still be ridden, but with a more sophisticated ride - a mountain bike.
About
Track surfaces range from smooth wide gravel to benched single track to muddy and rocky 4WD roads. There is terrain suitable for all abilities so get out there amongst it and enjoy the hard work of those pioneers.
Mountain Biking trails near Reefton
Kirwans Track
- 19km northeast of Reefton.
- 14km one way | 4-6 hours | Grade 5 (expert).
- A bit of a slog uphill but great downhill and some technical sections.
Blacks Point
- Waitahu Valley, Reefton.
- 27km | 3-6 hours | Grade 3+ (moderate/advanced).
- Ride through stunning beech forest and mining remains.
Big River Road and Hut
- Reefton.
- 50km return | 4-8 hours | Grade 4 (advanced).
- A challenging ride on a rough historic mining road through native bush.
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Location
Reefton, New ZealandRelated listings
The Broadway Tearooms & Bakery
Call into our historic cafe and bakery, the locals have since 1874 - for great coffee, great food, great service.
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Lantern Court Motel
Central location on the banks of the Inangahua River, close to restaurants and shops. A great base to explore fascinating Reefton. Visit Victoria Conservation park, go trout fishing, gold panning or take a bush walk.
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Reef Cottage B&B and cafe
Historic Lawyers Offices - circa 1887 transformed into high quality accommodation with ensuite rooms ( Qualmark 4.5 / 5 stars ).
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Bellbird Motels
Seven ground floor apartment style self-contained one and two bedroom units. Located in the heart of Reefton.
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Dawson's Hotel at Reefton
Explore the wonders of Reefton’s surrounds while you stay at Dawson's, the locals’ preferred accommodation.
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GOTRACKS West Coast Shuttles
GOTRACKS is a Mountain Biker/Hiking Shuttle Service and Mountain Bikes Rentals. We are based in Reefton, and offer transport to and from for Old Ghost Road, Paparoa Track, all Victoria Forest Park Tracks, Maruia Hot Springs and St James Cycle Track.
MTB Hire - daily & half day rentals.