Summary
Opportunities for mountain biking on public conservation land are steadily growing. This brochure outlines many tracks that have been made available for bikers on land managed by the Department of Conservation (DOC) from Twizel to Hanmer. Most of these are shared or multi-use tracks. There is something here for most riding abilities.
In some areas, DOC has encouraged the use of some trails over others, to reduce the impacts on other users. These are trails that are sufficiently wide and well formed to withstand multi-use, and have good visibility.
In other places, riders may travel along public access easements through private freehold land. All these tracks are well-marked with signs and orange marker poles. Please keep to the public easement track, leave gates as you find them, and do not disturb stock.
Mountain bikers are one of many groups of visitors to our conservation lands. Please be aware of the effects of your activities on others and follow the mountain bikers code of conduct. Contact your local DOC office for updates on track conditions and access before heading out on a ride.