Please note: There is a large vegetation fire in Tongariro National Park. Please avoid the area and follow official advice from the Department of Conservation.
Please note: There is a large vegetation fire in Tongariro National Park. Please avoid the area and follow official advice from the Department of Conservation.
Taupō township sits at the centre of the Supervolcanic Mountain Bike Trail Network. At the doorstep, there are urban rides to get you on your bike. Not only is it a perfect place to base yourself on your next riding adventure, but our family-friendly local rides whet the appetite for what lies beyond.
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Voted New Zealand's Favourite Urban Ride in 2017, the Great Lake Pathway (Lion's Walk) is perfectly suited for families and offers spectacular views across Lake Taupo to the snow-capped peaks of Mt Tongariro, Mt Ngauruhoe and Mt Ruapehu.
More infoBuilt and maintained by locals, the Taupō Bike Park is a staple to the growing BMX scene in the Taupō region. You can spend hours here, enjoying endless rounds of high-flying dirt jumps on your bike.
More infoShift gears to find the speed, locale and vibes that make your pedals turn. Delight in Taupō’s achingly beautiful landscapes from the saddle of a bike, with over 30 rides to explore, brew your own journey to your taste: full strength, medium or family pack.
