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Single day trails

Coppermine Trail, Nelson City

Take it to the tracks

A full day gives you the time to lean into some tracks with big personalities. From the Coppermine’s scenic alpine climb to Remeka’s knotty and bush-covered traverse and swooping downhill to Involutions' second-longest continuous downhill in the country, you’ll love these trails at the end of the day.

Plan your ride

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Rameka Track

The Rameka Track is located in the Canaan Downs Scenic Reserve on the Takaka Hill, and heads down into the Takaka township.
 
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Coppermine Trail

It is one of New Zealand's most memorable one-day adventures for fit mountain bikers. It follows the path of New Zealand’s first railway route, making it one of the country’s most accessible alpine rides.
 

Ride for the day at these mountain bike parks

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Cable Bay Adventure Park MTB

Explore The Cable Bay Adventure Park by bike. Bring your bike, or hire one for the day. Private shuttles are also available.
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Silvan Forest MTB Park

Brimming with a variety of exciting trails, including well-graded single-track climbing paths, and exhilarating long downhill runs, Silvan Forest MTB Park is quickly becoming one of Nelson's favourite riding areas.
 
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Kaiteriteri MTB Park

Situated in the hills that backdrop the stunning Kaiteriteri Beach and offering epic views over the Abel Tasman National Park, the Kaiteriteri Mountain Bike Park is the place to find a network of trails that are just as spectacularly diverse as the views.
 
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Koata Park (Codgers)

Based in the heart of Nelson City, Codgers MTB Park is fast becoming one of the region’s most popular and accessible mountain bike parks.
 

Après-bike must-dos

Nelson's must-visit breweries and brewpubs.

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Base Café

Located on the premises of Cable Bay Adventure Park, only 15 minutes from Nelson, and is set in a nice rural setting.
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Two Thumb Nelson

Craft beer haven and local trail dog favourite.
 
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Eddyline Pizzeria & Brewpub

Eddyline Pizzeria & Brewpub is a family-friendly, unpretentious, and casual brewpub renowned for serving wood-fired pizzas and fine craft beers brewed just down the road.
 
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The Free House Pub

The Free House Pub is a spot for locals and visitors alike to enjoy a multitude of rotating craft beers from around New Zealand.
 

Stay near the trails

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Kaiteriteri Recreation Reserve Apartments

We are famous for golden beaches and crystal clear water, but Kaiteriteri has so much more, from mountain bike trails, world-class food & wine, and national parks including the Abel Tasman within a 1hr - Kaiteriteri is a destination beyond the beach.
from NZ$173
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Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel

Located right in the centre of New Zealand's sunshine capital, Rutherford Hotel Nelson is the perfect hotel to regenerate and experience one of New Zealand's most stunning regions. The hotel offers 2 restaurants, swimming pool, sauna and gymnasium.
from NZ$175
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Tides Hotel

Nelson’s central-city hotel, conference centre, restaurant and bar – right beside the river and just a few minutes walk from Nelson’s main shopping precinct. Welcome to one of Nelson’s most stylish & contemporary local hotels. We are proudly local.
from NZ$165
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Pihopa Retreat

Six luxurious suites set in a park like setting provide a very comfortable home away from home. Large spacious villas, each with a bedroom and lounge area to relax in and a balcony to soak up the views from all within 5 minutes from central Nelson.
from NZ$1550
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Fuel your ride

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Pinkbike's destination showcase

Pinkbike's destination showcase: Nelson, New Zealand.
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