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128-130 Roxburghgorge Trail 2016.Indd ROXBURGH GORGE TRAIL Couple cycling © Central Otago Tourism ROXBURGH BELOW: Alexandra © Alline Louise GORGE Trail RROXBURGHOXBURGH AALEXANDRALEXANDRA DDAMAM 1 DDAYAY 334km4km Trail Info The Roxburgh Gorge Trail provides a spectacular so there is a 12km boat trip down the river before riders continue on one-day ride from Alexandra to Lake Roxburgh their bikes. The trail ends at the Lake Dam, following the Clutha Mata-au River. Roxburgh Dam, but on the other side of the river another Great Ride begins 1 Day he Roxburgh Gorge Trail offers almost 350m on either side of the river – the Clutha Gold Trail. The Roxburgh 34km the opportunity to explore one at its most dramatic point. Gold-mining Gorge Trail also connects with the Otago Tof the most unique landscapes history plays a big part in the attraction Central Rail Trail at Alexandra. Together in New Zealand, and every season of this trail, with many remnants to be these three trails provide almost 250km offers a different experience. Starting seen. of non-stop Great Riding! TRAIL GRADES: from Alexandra, riders soon enter the Most of the trail is Grade 2 (Easy) with The middle section of this trail is The Roxburgh Gorge Trail was offi cially Roxburgh Gorge, with bluffs rising a few Grade 3 (Intermediate) sections. currently not accessible by bike, opened on 24 October 2013. NOTE: An annual maintenance contribution LOOK OUT FOR... Couple on bridge © Central Otago Tourism of $25 per person, or $50 per family, covers the cost of trail maintenance Gold-mining relics for the use of the Roxburgh Gorge The trail opens areas of historical Trail. The fee also covers the use of signifi cance, with old schist huts built the Clutha Gold Trail, which follows on into the rock by Chinese miners and the from the Roxburgh Gorge Trail. remains of two small mining MOBILE PHONE COVERAGE: settlements. The Mobile phone coverage is not chance to explore these well- available in most sections of the preserved mining Roxburgh Gorge Trail. However, there relics within is coverage between Alexandra and this imposing the Narrows. and inspiring DRINKING WATER: landscape is one It is recommended that riders take of the highlights their own water. of the trail 128 Alexandra Doctors Point Shingle Creek Lake Roxburgh Dam ROXBURGH GORGE TRAIL 10km 12km 12km RIDING THE TRAIL boat The Roxburgh Gorge Trail can be enjoyed as a day trip, or as part of a multi-day journey that includes to Clyde to Ranfurly Manuherikia River the Otago Central Rail Trail and the 83 Lower Manorburn Dam 8 Clutha Gold Trail. Most of the trail is Clutha Mata-au River Otago Central Rail Trail Grade 2 (Easy) with a few Grade 3 ALEXANDRA (Intermediate) sections. From the centre of Alexandra, head er iv R south across the main bridge and Conroys Dam u a s - a immediately turn right, down a short w t o a Butchers Creek r r M track to the river. Turn right again a a N h t and pass under the road bridge that e u l h C 8 T you just crossed and head down the valley on a wide smooth trail jetty DOCTORS POINT that weaves through a large stand e of willows. After a few minutes the g n landscape changes, becoming more a and more desert-like with towering R MAP LEGEND y rocks and large drops. Gorge b open section Creek b Around 10km from Alexandra you O Lake Roxburgh o boat / water taxi route will reach the end of this section of l n d K start / fi nish point the trail where there is a toilet and M i-SITE Visitor Centre a jetty. From here a boat can take a n you down the river. This costs $95 bridge R jetty SHINGLE CREEK and must be pre-booked. For boat a town options contact Clutha River Cruises n g café/restaurant on 03 449 3173 or Beaumont Jet on e toilets 03 485 9455. The boat trip is 12km 8 car park and ends at a second jetty at Shingle Creek. From there the trail takes LAKE ROXBURGH DAM accommodation Lake Roxburgh Village you down the valley to a car park shelter high above the Lake Roxburgh Dam. 1 state highway If you intend to continue on to the Clutha Gold Trail, cross over the dam Clutha Mata-au River Teviot River and follow the signs down to about 500m below the dam to a car park Clutha Gold Trail where the Clutha Gold Trail begins. ROXBURGH to Lawrence © AA Traveller 2015 Roxburgh after an ancient town in Scotland • 150km NW of Dunedin 20A Tamblyn Dr, Lake Roxburgh Ph: 03 446 8220 Email: [email protected] • IIdIdeal accommodation base for WHERE THE TWO TRAILS MEET! tththe Clutha Gold & Roxburgh Clutha Gold Trail and Roxburgh Gorge Trail GGorge trails. • 1 & 2 brm s/c cottages, large • Superb ideally located accommodation hhouse sleeps 11, camping & with licensed garden restaurant mmotorhome parking • Kayak and bike hire • Explore stunning Lake Roxburgh and • UUndercover storage, bike wash, surrounding mountains kikids’ pool/play areasas • 11 studios & suites (super-king & queen-size • EaEasy trail access at beds, spa bath suite) rerear of cottages FFRREEEE • WiFi, breakfast, lunch & dinner, licensed bar WWiiFFii (boutique beers & Central Otago wines), espresso coffee • Packed lunches available 141 Roxburgh East Rd, Roxburgh • Tariff: $135-$270 Ph: 03 446 8364 www.cluthagoldcottages.co.nz Email: [email protected] www.lakeroxburghlodge.co.nz 129 ROXBURGH GORGE TRAIL things to do... Cycling through Clyde © Tourism Dunedin NEARBY DESTINATIONS Alexandra is nestled in a large river Gallery and walk alongside or cruise basin surrounded by a ‘moonscape’ the Clutha River. There are a multitude Whether it’s spring, when the of rocky schist tors and stark high of back-country mountain bike rides trees are in blossom, autumn country. With four distinct seasons, in the hills surrounding the town. when the leaves turn golden the town is a popular year-round Alexandra’s modern facilities and range hues, summer or winter, Central holiday destination. Learn about of eateries, wineries and artists’ studios Otago is always spectacular. the town’s gold-rush beginnings at coincide with its role as Central Otago’s the Central Stories Museum and Art commercial and cultural centre. Beautifully preserved Clyde offers Email: [email protected] heart-felt hospitality and the awesome www.roxburghmotels.co.nz Clyde hydro-electric dam. The intact historic precinct in Sunderland St is a Roxburgh delight to explore. An easy Clyde walk Motel 1 Liddle St encompasses the town, river and dam. Roxburgh Township Roxburgh lies alongside the Clutha Fruit trees © Central Otago Tourism Phone: 03 446 8093 River in the beautiful Teviot Valley. In Fruit-growing Hub the 1860s there were large dredging operations along the Clutha River. Some Taste the exquisite fruits of summer beautiful mud-brick and stone buildings and autumn – cherries, apricots, are still in use and the gorge has many • 5 spacious units: studio, 2/4-brms, group unit preserved Chinese rock shelters. North plums, nectarines, peaches, pears, • Pleasant surroundings, level access with carports berries and apples, are available at • Breakfast available, laundry & biking-wash facilities of Roxburgh is the impressive Roxburgh • 2min walk to café/shops, quiet location in town hydro dam and lake with great fi shing roadside orchard stalls, along with • Informative and friendly hosts to help you make the and recreation. fresh vegetables, preserves and juices. most of our local area Alexandra Clyde after Princess Alexandra of Denmark • 191km NW of Dunedin after a Scottish general • 86km E of Queenstown CALL 0800 BIKE NOW 23 Holloway Street, Clyde Ph: 03 449 2228 Email: [email protected] (245 366) www.bikeitnow.co.nz R or BOOK ONLINE 1800 446 356 AUS FREEPHONE Ninety Six estaurant & Conference Centre tive, Business, Family, Studio Execu ained Units & Self-cont e Everyone welcom ••C Closeloset tooto town centre • Room service available • Book accommodation • Guest laundry direct from website • Cooked & continental BIKE IT NOW! CLYDE, CENTRAL OTAGO Quotes from Clients: • 33 modern refurbished breakfast - 7 days • Top quality bike hire • Half-day to multi-day hires • Restaurant open 6 days “PROFESSIONAL/FAULTLESS!!” • A la carte menu units: executive, business, • Tariff: $85-$195 • Bike Tours • Itinerary planning Neil Robertson - Australia • Great local restaurant 2-brm family suites, studio & self-contained units • Transport • Bike repairs • E Bikes “BIKE IT NOW Otago Rail Trail • Bike Retail (Avanti, Scott and Raleigh) 10 out of 10” 96 Centennial Avenue, Alexandra 96 Centennial Avenue, Alexandra Paul Harmer - Auckland Bookings Ph: 03 448 6482 Reservations: 0800 802 909 • Otago Central Rail Trail, Roxburgh Gorge & Clutha “Superb Service from BIKE E: [email protected] Ph: 03 448 6482 • E: [email protected] Gold Trails IT NOW!” www.centennialcourt.co.nz www.centennialcourt.co.nz The Personal Touch because it is “All about you!” John Holstein - Australia 130.
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