Cycling in the Hector Mountains is one of the most enjoyable ways to explore more of this part of Otago. So you can find your perfect Hector Mountains bike ride, we’ve reviewed our full collection of cycling routes in the region to deliver the best. Just click on each route to see a full breakdown of detailed information including elevation profiles and surface analyses, and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other members of the komoot community.

Last updated: October 7, 2025

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1. Southern Discoveries Bridge – Southern Discoveries Bridge loop from Lake Hayes Estate

37.5km

03:13

370m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Altitude Brewery – Beach View loop from Lake Hayes Estate

29.3km

01:55

250m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Bike loop from Lake Hayes Estate

11.1km

01:00

90m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Arrowtown – Arrowtown loop from Lake Hayes Estate

26.7km

02:14

280m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Jacks Point Clubhouse loop from Jacks Point

53.6km

04:16

550m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Altitude Brewery loop from Lake Hayes Estate

20.1km

01:19

200m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. View of The Remarkables – Jacks Point Clubhouse loop from Jacks Point

27.3km

01:41

230m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Altitude Brewery – View of the Shotover River loop from Lake Hayes Estate

68.2km

05:45

1,240m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Jacks Point Clubhouse – Beach With a View loop from Jacks Point

18.8km

01:45

280m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. The Cheesery – Kawarau Suspension Bridge loop from Lake Hayes Estate

16.3km

01:32

220m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best cycling routes in the Hector Mountains

1. Southern Discoveries Bridge – Southern Discoveries Bridge loop from Lake Hayes Estate

2. Altitude Brewery – Beach View loop from Lake Hayes Estate

3. Bike loop from Lake Hayes Estate

4. Arrowtown – Arrowtown loop from Lake Hayes Estate

5. Jacks Point Clubhouse loop from Jacks Point

6. Altitude Brewery loop from Lake Hayes Estate

7. View of The Remarkables – Jacks Point Clubhouse loop from Jacks Point

8. Altitude Brewery – View of the Shotover River loop from Lake Hayes Estate

9. Jacks Point Clubhouse – Beach With a View loop from Jacks Point

10. The Cheesery – Kawarau Suspension Bridge loop from Lake Hayes Estate

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