The best MTB trails in the Paparoa Range
5.0
(1)
52
riders
6
rides
Last updated: October 26, 2025
5.0
(1)
15
riders
1. Old reservoir loop from Reefton
15.0km
01:44
550m
550m
Intermediate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
12
riders
2. Depression-Era Miners' Hut – Ces Clark Hut loop from Blackball
72.2km
06:57
1,860m
1,870m
Expert mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
Sign up for free
9
riders
3. Big River Hut loop from Reefton
73.7km
06:06
1,230m
1,230m
Expert mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
8
riders
4. Watson's Mill loop from Hector
11.3km
00:55
80m
80m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
6
riders
5. Erua Moana – Kararo Beach loop from Blaketown
15.7km
01:02
40m
40m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
2
riders
6. Lookout – Punakaiki Cavern loop from Blackball
11.3km
01:08
300m
300m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
Our route recommendations are based on thousands of hikes, rides, and runs completed by other people on komoot.
Most popular routes in the Paparoa Range
Most popular attractions in the Paparoa Range
Get inspired with the komoot mobile app
Get ready to conquer new peaks
Sign up for Free