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Cosy and carefree: find your perfect MTB haven

Imagine the gentle hum of your mountain bike tires against the crisp, scenic trails of Taupō, only to return to a snug, cyclist-friendly abode, offering not just a place to rest but a haven where every cyclist’s needs are anticipated and met with a warm smile.

The Taupō region, a gem in New Zealand's North Island, is not just a mountain biker’s paradise for its trails but also for the unique, cozy, and carefree accommodations tailored for bikers like you!

Taupō Top 10 Holiday Park

Picture this: after a day of conquering the adrenaline-pumping trails of Craters MTB Park or the Great Lake Pathway, you roll into Taupō Top 10 Holiday Park, a place where comfort and convenience coalesce. 

From private campsites to motel and cabin accommodations to bike stations, you're not just booking a stay but securing a spot where your post-ride dips are in thermal water plunge pools, and your evenings are spent sharing tales around the BBQ with the “Ricochet” slide and a thermal pool as your backdrop. It’s not just accommodation; it’s an experience, ensuring your mountain biking adventures are coupled with moments of relaxation and camaraderie around common spaces. 

Places of interest

Taupo TOP 10 Holiday Park

Baycrest Thermal Lodge

Imagine cascading into a world where every muscle, strained from navigating the Huka Trails, finds solace in private geothermal pools. Baycrest Thermal Lodge is the holistic biking holiday experience.

From a dedicated bike wash station to safe storage, the lodge ensures your noble steed is as pampered as you are. Picture unwinding in your private thermal tub after a day on the trails or sipping a chilled beverage on a secluded balcony with panoramic views, recounting the day’s adventures with your biking squad - it's not merely a stay; it's your own private retreat. 

Places of interest

Baycrest Thermal Lodge

Lake Maraetai Lodge

Nestled a few pedal strokes away from the Waipapa and Maraetai sections of the Waikato River Trails, Lake Maraetai Lodge is where your e-bike finds its sanctuary.

With e-bike charging and bike wash stations, as well as close proximity to the trails, envision a stay where convenience is paramount, enabling you to focus solely on your ride and the breathtaking vistas along the way. Whether you're a group of friends seeking thrill in unity or a solo rider in search of serene trails, the lodge welcomes every adventurer with open arms, ensuring your stay is as electrifying as your ride.

Places of interest

Lake Maraetai Lodge

Camp Epic

Your wheels crunch on the forest floor, the native bird songs serenading your journey through the Timber Trail, and amidst this enchanting atmosphere, Camp Epic beckons as a haven where the tranquillity of nature and the comfort of a fully-serviced campground converge.

Envision your evenings under the starlit sky, sharing stories of the trail, toasting marshmallows over the campfire, all while enveloped in the comforting embrace of the native forest. With a package that includes shuttle services, luggage transfers, and a night's stay, it's where your biking adventures and the enchanting wilderness intimately intertwine.

Places of interest

Camp Epic - Timber Trail Shuttles, Hire, Glamping


Embark on a journey where the thrill of the trails and the comforts of home blend seamlessly into an unforgettable mountain biking holiday in the Taupō region. From the adventurer’s paradise of Taupō Top 10 Holiday Park, the rejuvenating Baycrest Thermal Lodge, the e-biker’s dream at Lake Maraetai Lodge, to the serene wilderness of Camp Epic, your choices are not just stays, but experiences that understand and celebrate every mountain biker’s needs and desires.

So, gear up and let Taupō’s trails and these cozy, carefree accommodations lead you to a saga of adventures, relaxation, and cherished memories.

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