Eastern Cycle Trails

A great ride for both families and individuals. Enjoy views of the Waimakariri River, willow forests and ponds. The river used to be an unconstrained braided river with two splits forming a number of islands. For Maori, the island was an important site spiritually and as an education facility. You have the option to stay on the stop bank.

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Follow the Kaiapoi River along the stop bank to where it meets the Waimakariri River. Ride through the small beach settlement of Pines/Karaki into the forest to Woodend. You will need to lift your bike over styles.

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Te Kōhanga is the 97 hectare recreation and conservation area of Pegasus. Enjoy a range of natural habitats of native plants and animals.

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Take this short ride to gain a view over the Pegasus Golf Course, Pegasus Township. Read the information platforms along the way.

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This all-weather track joins together the beach settlements of Woodend and Waikuku. Take a break at the Tūtaepatu Lagoon, a spring fed freshwater wildlife sanctuary for flora and fauna and historically a rich source of mahinga kai (food gathering) for Maori. Take a side trip into Pegasus Town to ride Te Kōhanga Wetlands and Kaitiritiri Ridge or replenish at one of the eateries.

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This fun trail runs alongside the Ashley/Rakahuri River. There is a dedicated mountain bike park within the trail with areas of one way riding, twists, turns and moguls. Fun for the family and individuals. The trail starts near the Ashley/Rakahuri Estuary in Waikuku. This Estuary is one of the largest unmodified estuaries in Canterbury and home to many endangered bird species. You have the option to stay on the stopbank.

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Take this trail to link up to the Ashley Village. Cross Cones St bridge
using the dedicated cycle lane. Continue to the Ashley Pub for
a refreshment and a bite to eat.

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The Passchendaele Memorial Path links our two main towns of Kaiapoi and Rangiora.

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Pathway taking you from the township of Woodend to Woodend Beach.

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This track will take you from the Woodend township to the beach. It is named after a community stalwart who dedicated her time and energy to many community projects.

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The CNC off road shared path runs along the entire length of the new motorway, and then connects to new and existing paths both north to Waimakariri and south to central Christchurch. The new clip-on path over the Waimakariri River provides access over the river for all cyclers.

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