Rated as a Gold Ride Centre by the International Mountain Bicycling Association, Nelson Tasman is one of only six places in the world where you can experience the true meaning of mountain biking paradise.
Whether you're seeking the flow of Codgers, descending the steep slopes of Wairoa, savouring the spectacular scenery at the Kaiteriteri Mountain Bike Park or exploring the native forest at Involution, you're spoilt for choice when it comes to mountain biking in Nelson Tasman.
The newly opened Maitai Recreation Hub is providing a central point of connection for Codgers MTB park, Sharlands trails, The Coppermine Trail, Maitai River Walkway and the Waahi Taakaro golf course.
Situated in the hills that backdrop the stunning Kaiteriteri Beach, and offering epic views over the Abel Tasman National Park, this mountainbike park offers 25 diverse trails for riders of all levels and experiences.
The Gorge is home to over 70km of hand-built mountain bike trails 70% of the trails are up to Grade 4, running through a lush native beech forest environment and exotic forest from a maximum elevation of 1200m. Think epic gravity fuelled back country riding, mixed with bike park convenience. This Park is made by mountain bikers for mountain bikers! It does not get any better than this!
The Coppermine Trail follows the path of New Zealand’s first railway route, making it one of the country’s most accessible alpine rides. Climbing to a height of 878m, the track contains tracks suitable for confident Grade 4 mountainbikers, as well as a challenging and steep 10km descent to the Maitai Dam.
Nestled in the Barnicoat Range that backdrops Marsden Valley, the Involution trail is truly a Nelson Classic, holding the title as the second longest continuously descending singletrack within close range of any city in New Zealand.
Accessed via the Canaan Downs Scenic Reserve on the Takaka Hill, the Rameka Track navigates rocky ridges, river crossings and steep downhill descents. Riders can continue on into the Takaka township to refuel with a refreshing beverage or hot meal.
Traversing the back country in the Kahurangi National Park, this ride connects the Flora carpark with The Barron Flat in Upper Takaka and offers a range of technical, single track and cross country riding experiences.
Climbing to approximately 800m, this track follows a steep road over the Maungatapu Saddle, taking riders past the site of the famous Maungatapu Murders, where 5 men were killed in 1866. A scenic, quiet side road, the saddle is an alternative cycle touring route into Nelson.
Suitable for advanced mountain-bikers, the 82km Heaphy Track traverses a variety of ruggedly beautiful landscapes in the Kahurangi National Park, meandering across diverse terrain, suspension bridges, rocky riverbeds and steep slopes.
A place of rural charm, gold mining heritage and stunning natural landscapes, the Old Ghost Road stretches a whopping 75km over mountains and valleys, and through rushing rivers, rewarding riders with breath-taking views of open tussock tops, braided rivers and lush native forest.
