Cycling in the Kepler Mountains is one of the most enjoyable ways to explore more of this part of Southland. So you can find your perfect Kepler 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 6, 2025

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1. View of the Waiau River – The Church Bar & Restaurant loop from Manapouri

48.9km

03:49

280m

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

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2. The Church Bar & Restaurant – View of the Waiau River loop from Te Anau

59.0km

05:13

420m

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

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3. View of the Waiau River – View of the Waiau River loop from Manapouri

60.3km

04:52

460m

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

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4. Marakura Yacht Club Wharf – Te Anau Bird Sanctuary loop from Te Anau

21.9km

01:43

110m

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

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5. View of the Waiau River – View of the Waiau River loop from Te Anau

62.0km

05:07

480m

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

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6. Te Anau Bird Sanctuary – Marakura Yacht Club Wharf loop from Te Anau

14.1km

01:08

60m

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

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7. View of a Small Lake loop from Te Anau

27.8km

02:30

210m

220m

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

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8. Top 10 Holiday Park Te Anau loop from Te Anau

8.73km

00:40

20m

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

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9. Te Kōwhai loop from Te Anau

8.53km

00:42

10m

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

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The best cycling routes in the Kepler Mountains

1. View of the Waiau River – The Church Bar & Restaurant loop from Manapouri

2. The Church Bar & Restaurant – View of the Waiau River loop from Te Anau

3. View of the Waiau River – View of the Waiau River loop from Manapouri

4. Marakura Yacht Club Wharf – Te Anau Bird Sanctuary loop from Te Anau

5. View of the Waiau River – View of the Waiau River loop from Te Anau

6. Te Anau Bird Sanctuary – Marakura Yacht Club Wharf loop from Te Anau

7. View of a Small Lake loop from Te Anau

8. Top 10 Holiday Park Te Anau loop from Te Anau

9. Te Kōwhai loop from Te Anau

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