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The best cycling routes in Otago

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10,368

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Cycling in Otago is one of the most enjoyable ways to explore more of this part of New Zealand. So you can find your perfect Otago 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 19, 2025

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1. Macandrew Bay – Otago Harbour Cycle Path loop from Otakou

59.7km

04:13

870m

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

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4.8

(21)

497

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2. Clyde Dam – Hugo Bridge loop from Clyde

64.5km

05:33

870m

880m

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

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4.8

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485

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3. Clyde Dam – Hugo Bridge loop from Cromwell

65.7km

05:35

890m

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

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4.8

(6)

335

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4. Outlet Track – Beacon Point beach loop from Wānaka

31.2km

02:42

290m

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

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4.8

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264

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5. Lake Wānaka Beach – Hawea Trail loop from Wānaka

44.7km

03:36

310m

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

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5.0

(2)

271

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6. Otago Harbour Cycle Path – Macandrew Bay loop from Company Bay

55.1km

03:24

540m

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

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4.9

(8)

202

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7. 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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4.8

(5)

190

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8. Hawea Trail – Outlet Track loop from Lake Hāwea

50.9km

04:36

340m

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

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4.3

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149

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9. Cardrona Hotel – Lake Wānaka Beach loop from Arrowtown

103km

07:12

1,630m

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

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4.7

(6)

162

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10. Southern Discoveries Bridge – Southern Discoveries Bridge loop from Arrowtown

30.2km

02:39

290m

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

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The best cycling routes in Otago

1. Macandrew Bay – Otago Harbour Cycle Path loop from Otakou

2. Clyde Dam – Hugo Bridge loop from Clyde

3. Clyde Dam – Hugo Bridge loop from Cromwell

4. Outlet Track – Beacon Point beach loop from Wānaka

5. Lake Wānaka Beach – Hawea Trail loop from Wānaka

6. Otago Harbour Cycle Path – Macandrew Bay loop from Company Bay

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

8. Hawea Trail – Outlet Track loop from Lake Hāwea

9. Cardrona Hotel – Lake Wānaka Beach loop from Arrowtown

10. Southern Discoveries Bridge – Southern Discoveries Bridge loop from Arrowtown

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