9/24/2021 Alps to Ocean — NZ Walking Access Commission Ara Hīkoi Aotearoa

Alps to Ocean

 Mountain Biking

Difculty Easy

Length 333.4 km

Journey Time 6 days cycling

Regions Canterbury ,

Sub-Regions Waimakariri District , ,

Part of the Collection Nga Haerenga - The Cycle Trail

https://www.walkingaccess.govt.nz/track/alps-to-ocean/pdfPreview 1/3 9/24/2021 Alps to Ocean — NZ Walking Access Commission Ara Hīkoi Aotearoa The Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail is the longest continuous ride in New Zealand and takes in some of the country’s most incredible scenery.

From New Zealand’s highest mountain, Aoraki Mt Cook, the trail descends over 2000ft and travels 300km to the coastal town of . This trail showcases New Zealand’s geological, geographical and historical highlights from the Southern Alps to the Pacic Ocean.

Experience an unspoilt paradise in the halfway between and Queenstown where people come from all over the world to enjoy stunning vistas, wide open spaces and expansive landscapes.

The Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail encompasses a World Heritage National Park, glacial-fed lakes, hydro dam lakes, golden grasslands, limestone cliffs, Maori rock art and more.

Suitable for all abilities of cyclists, the trail includes a mixture of off- and on-road trail, which can be enjoyed in sections or in its entirety.

This cycle trail is a joint initiative involving the Waitaki and Mackenzie District Councils and the project.

Conditions:

The Alps 2 Ocean Trail is a grade 2-3 (easy to intermediate) cycle trail.

The trail includes a number of sections on public roads, where riders should be prepared to meet vehicles. You may also encounter stock grazing along the roadside or being moved.

The trail descends approximately 2000 feet, so ensure you take a few layers of clothing and be prepared for sudden changes in the weather.

There is a range of services and accommodation available in the towns dotted along the trail, including , , , Otemetata, Kurow, Duntroon and Oamaru. Public toilets are also available at and Lake (with plans for more to be installed along the trail).

MOBILE PHONE COVERAGE: Coverage is generally good along the trail, though may be patchy in places.

DRINKING WATER: Water is available in the towns along the trail.

https://www.walkingaccess.govt.nz/track/alps-to-ocean/pdfPreview 2/3 9/24/2021 Alps to Ocean — NZ Walking Access Commission Ara Hīkoi Aotearoa How to get here

It’s recommended that you start from Aoraki Mt Cook Village (the Southern Alps) although there are numerous access points along the trail. A number of tour operators begin their tours to Aoraki Mt Cook from Christchurch.

Track Elevation and Map

Page last updated: Sep 8, 2020, 3:43 PM

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