Timber Trail New Zealand

15/09/2026

Slow down and discover the stories along the trail! 🚲 🌿 🪧

There’s so much more to experience on the Timber Trail Great Ride than simply getting from start to finish. Dotted throughout the trail, interpretive signboards bring the journey to life, sharing fascinating insights into the history, heritage, ngahere and landscapes you’re travelling through in Pureora Forest Park.

So when you spot a story board, pull over, park up your bike and have a read! You might just discover something you never knew. 📖

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10/09/2026

📣 Ridden the Timber Trail recently? We’d love to hear how it went! 📣

Whether you tackled the full Great Ride or explored just one section, your feedback helps us better understand what riders love about the trail and where we can continue to make improvements.

By completing our quick Trail Survey, you’re helping us:
✅ Improve the overall trail experience
✅ Support and prioritise ongoing maintenance
✅ Strengthen future funding and development opportunities

It only takes a few minutes, but your feedback makes a real difference. 🙌

Head over to the official Timber Trail website to complete the survey and have your say!

Thanks for helping us make the Timber Trail even better!

https://www.timbertrail.nz

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08/09/2026

Spring + school holidays + Timber Trail Great Ride = one awesome whānau adventure! 🚲🌿☀️

Pedal beneath towering native trees, cross 8 iconic suspension bridges and take time to uncover the stories, culture and history woven throughout this special place.

Whether you’re tackling a section or making a multi-day adventure of it, the Timber Trail is a pretty epic way to spend some quality time together these school holidays.

Gather the whānau and start planning your spring School Holidays adventure along the Timber Trail. Head over to our website to learn more about the trail and start planning your ride with our official trail partners.

https://www.timbertrail.nz

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03/09/2026

A mystical place with stunted trees draped in hanging moss, the cloud forest on Mt Pureora is one of the unique sections of the Timber Trail Great Ride.

Whether you’re biking or walking the Timber Trail, take your time to slow down and admire the trail surroundings as you go through the cloud forest. Don’t forget to capture a few photos and videos along the way — it’s one of the many special parts of the trail!

Have a cool photo or video of going through the cloud forest? We'd love for you to share your ride by tagging Timber Trail New Zealand in your posts and stories!

Ruapehu NZ | Ngā Haerenga Great Rides of New Zealand

01/09/2026

Looking for a wheelie good way to celebrate Father’s Day this weekend? 💭 🚲 😏

Take Dad out for an epic adventure along the Timber Trail, one of New Zealand's 23 Ngā Haerenga Great Rides! 😎

Whether your whānau is keen to ride the full 84km trail or prefers to explore one of the shorter adventure options, plan for an unforgettable experience that combines:

🌿 Spectacular Scenery: Ride or walk through the lush, ancient forests of Pureora Forest Park, where towering native trees and vibrant birdlife surround you at every turn.

🌿 Rich History: Ride along the historic Ellis and Burnand Bush Tramway, tracing the paths of early pioneers and uncovering relics of New Zealand's timber industry past, and learn about the rich cultural history of the Timber Trail and Pureora Forest Park.

🌿 Fascinating Engineering Marvels: Cross spectacular suspension bridges, including the awe-inspiring Maramataha Bridge, offering panoramic views and a thrilling ride.

Visit our website to learn more the Timber Trail Great Ride and check out the list of our official trail partners that can you plan your Timber Trail adventure this Father's Day weekend.

🌐 https://www.timbertrail.nz

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27/08/2026

One of the 8 iconic suspension bridges along the Timber Trail Great Ride is the Mangatukutuku Bridge!

It may not be the biggest suspension bridge on the trail, but it still delivers some pretty spectacular views as you ride across. 🙌

With spring just around the corner, now is a great time to start planning your next cycling or walking adventure along the Timber Trail! Head over to our website to discover more about this Great Ride and start planning your next adventure!

Ruapehu NZ | Ngā Haerenga Great Rides of New Zealand

25/08/2026

Have you heard the exciting news from Timber Trail Lodge & Transport - Adventure & Comfort in Pureora Forest Park ?!

"This month we are installing more solar panels as another step towards our enviromental footprint while continuing to provide a comfortable experience to our guests.

Surrounded by one of New Zealand's most beautiful native forests, we are proud to invest in a more sustainable future."
-Timber Trail Lodge & Transport

📸 Second photo from Timber Trail Lodge & Transport

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20/08/2026

Any of our local fans want to do some different mahi this summer?

General "runner" / assistant (Part time, Contract) for Epic Cycle Adventures in Ruapehu, Manawatu / Whanganui.

20/08/2026

Heading out for a ride along the Timber Trail soon? Make sure the plan and prepare for your ride in advance!

Check out the official Timber Trail website for up to date trail reports and make sure to review the weather forecast for the days you'll be on the trail. Don't forget to pack plenty of trail snacks, water, warm clothes and waterproof layers too!

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