The best cycling routes in New Zealand
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34,009
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1,596
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Last updated: October 4, 2025
4.8
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1,054
riders
1. Macandrew Bay – Otago Harbour Cycle Path loop from Otakou
59.7km
04:13
870m
870m
Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
4.5
(2)
575
riders
Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
(21)
497
riders
3. 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.
4.8
(20)
485
riders
4. Clyde Dam – Hugo Bridge loop from Cromwell
65.7km
05:35
890m
890m
Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
4.0
(1)
409
riders
Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
4.8
(6)
335
riders
6. Outlet Track – Beacon Point beach loop from Wānaka
31.2km
02:42
290m
290m
Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
4.8
(13)
321
riders
7. Queens Wharf, Wellington – Scorch-O-Rama Café loop from Kelburn
42.4km
02:49
560m
560m
Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
4.8
(8)
264
riders
8. Lake Wānaka Beach – Hawea Trail loop from Wānaka
44.7km
03:36
310m
310m
Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
5.0
(2)
271
riders
9. Otago Harbour Cycle Path – Macandrew Bay loop from Company Bay
55.1km
03:24
540m
540m
Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
4.2
(5)
240
riders
Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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