10/5/2021 Roxburgh Gorge Trail — NZ Walking Access Commission Ara Hīkoi Aotearoa Roxburgh Gorge Trail Walking Mountain Biking Difculties Easy , Medium Length 22.4 km Journey Time 1 day biking Region Otago Sub-Region Central Otago District Part of the Collection Nga Haerenga - The New Zealand Cycle Trail https://www.walkingaccess.govt.nz/track/roxburgh-gorge-trail/pdfPreview 1/3 10/5/2021 Roxburgh Gorge Trail — NZ Walking Access Commission Ara Hīkoi Aotearoa The Roxburgh Gorge Trail provides a spectacular one-day ride from Alexandra to Lake Roxburgh Dam, following the Clutha Mata-au River. The trail offers the opportunity to explore one of the most unique landscapes in New Zealand, and every season offers a different experience. Starting from Alexandra, riders soon enter the Roxburgh Gorge, with bluffs rising almost 350m on either side of the river at its most dramatic point. Gold-mining history plays a big part in the attraction of this trail, with many remnants to be seen. The middle section of this trail is currently not accessible by bike, so there is a 12km scenic boat trip down the river, which includes an informative commentary on the history of the region, before riders continue on their bikes. Please note the boat must be booked in advance. The trail ends at the Lake Roxburgh Dam, but on the other side of the river another Great Ride begins – the Clutha Gold Trail. The Roxburgh Gorge Trail also connects with the Otago Central Rail Trail at Alexandra. Together these three trails provide almost 250km of non-stop Great Riding! The Roxburgh Gorge Trail was ofcially opened on 24 October 2013. GOLDMINING RELICS The trail opens areas of historical signicance, with old schist huts built into the rock by Chinese miners and the remains of two small mining settlements. The chance to explore these well-preserved mining relics within this imposing and inspiring landscape is one of the highlights on this trail. Conditions: NOTE: An annual maintenance contribution of $25 per person, or $50 per family, covers the cost of trail maintenance for the use of the Roxburgh Gorge Trail. The fee also covers the use of the Clutha Gold Trail, which follows on from the Roxburgh Gorge Trail and can be paid at local bike tour companies and i-SITES. A 1-day pass is available for $10 per person, or a lifetime pass for $500. MOBILE PHONE COVERAGE: Mobile phone coverage is not available in most sections of the Roxburgh Gorge Trail. However, there is coverage between Alexandra and the Narrows. DRINKING WATER: Riders should take water and food. Once in the Gorge there are no food / water outlets. https://www.walkingaccess.govt.nz/track/roxburgh-gorge-trail/pdfPreview 2/3 10/5/2021 Roxburgh Gorge Trail — NZ Walking Access Commission Ara Hīkoi Aotearoa How to get here Track Elevation and Map Page last updated: Sep 8, 2020, 3:41 PM https://www.walkingaccess.govt.nz/track/roxburgh-gorge-trail/pdfPreview 3/3.