The recent weather has certainly put the trees to the test!
Our maintenance guru, Kjell, has been working hard in the Whakamaru Section, just north of Tram Road, clearing away the fallen trees to ensure the trails are open for enjoyment.
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Our maintenance guru, Kjell, has been kept on his toes this winter tackling downed trees, this time in the Whakamaru Section. Should you come across any blockages on the trail, don't hesitate to give us a ring or drop a message. We'll sort it out #trailupdateraNgฤ Haerenga Great Rides of New Zealandew Zealand
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We have been advised by Mercury that this work at Waipapa Dam will now be deferred to February 2025.
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Please be aware that the subsequent information from Mercury pertains solely to those traveling to the Mangarewa Suspension Bridge.
๐๐๐๐๐ข๐๐ฆ ๐ค๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐ค๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐กโ๐ ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐ก๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐กโ๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ค๐๐ฆ ๐๐๐ก๐ ๐คโ๐๐โ ๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐ฆ 2๐๐ ๐๐๐๐ก๐๐๐๐๐ - ๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ฆ 5๐กโ ๐๐๐๐ก๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐กโ๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐กโ๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐ค๐๐๐ ๐ค๐๐๐, ๐๐๐๐๐๐ฆ 9๐กโ ๐๐๐๐ก๐๐๐๐๐ - ๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ฆ 12๐กโ ๐๐๐๐ก๐๐๐๐๐.
๐โ๐ ๐๐๐๐ ๐ค๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐ก๐ ๐ก๐๐๐๐๐๐/๐๐๐๐๐ ๐ก๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐๐ฆ๐๐๐๐ ๐ก๐ ๐๐ข๐๐๐๐ ๐กโ๐๐ ๐ก๐๐๐.
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โบ๏ธPlanning a biking or hiking adventure?โบ๏ธ
Make it unforgettable with a night under the stars. Weโve got camping spots to suit every style โ from lakeside views to cosy reserves!
Hereโs where you can set up your tent or park your caravan/campervan:
๐ ๐๐ถ๐๐๐น๐ฒ ๐ช๐ฎ๐ถ๐ฝ๐ฎ ๐ฅ๐ฒ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐๐ฒ โ Lakeside and peaceful, just 6km from Arapuni Village.
๐ ๐๐ผ๐ป๐ฒ๐ ๐๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ๐ถ๐ป๐ด โ Scenic and best for walkers or expert riders on the challenging route to Arapuni.
๐ ๐๐ฟ๐ผ๐ต๐ฒ๐ป๐ฎ ๐๐ฎ๐บ๐ฝ๐ด๐ฟ๐ผ๐๐ป๐ฑ โ A quiet hidden gem with beautiful views.
๐ ๐ ๐ฎ๐ป๐ด๐ฎ๐ธ๐ถ๐ป๐ผ ๐๐ฎ๐ธ๐ฒ๐ณ๐ฟ๐ผ๐ป๐ โ Wake up to stunning lake views.
๐ ๐๐ฎ๐ธ๐ฒ ๐ช๐ต๐ฎ๐ธ๐ฎ๐บ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ ๐ฅ๐ฒ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐๐ฒ โ Perfect for families with wide-open spaces and lake access.
๐ ๐๐๐ป๐ต๐ฎ๐บโ๐ ๐ฅ๐ฒ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐๐ฒ โ Recharge by the river, ideal for unwinding.
Where will you camp on your Waikato River Trails adventure?
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We acknowledge Sport New Zealand Tลซ Manawa Fund, supported by Sport Waikato. Generous funding is enabling a bike skills programme for rangatahi at Tokoroa High School and Putaruru College to gain lifelong skills in mountain biking.
The programme runs for several weeks and includes bike repairs and riding skills.
First week is at school followed by rides on the beautiful Waikato River Trails. Thanks to Riverside Adventures - Waikato for delivering this special opportunity to rangatahi of the South Waikato.
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The Karapiro Section, stretching slightly over 11km from Pokaiwhenua Bridge Carpark to Arapuni Swingbridge, provides a breathtaking natural setting for an outdoor adventure. Whether you're walking, running, or cycling, it's a fantastic route to take in the fresh air and picturesque views. And don't miss out on a delightful stop at ARhubarb Cafe eโRhubarb Cafe awaits with tasty treats to complement your day.
For assistance with transfers and bike hire, operators are available. For more details, please visit the Waikato River Trails partner directory www.waikatorivertrails.co.nz/partnNgฤ Haerenga Great Rides of New Zealand o#news Zealand
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Embark on an exciting journey with Track & Trail Cycle Adventures. Secure one of the few spots left for their 5-Day North Island Cycle Tour, available in November and January. Discover more details below.
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Join us at the NZMCA Motorhome, Caravan & Leisure Show at Mystery Creek for the next three days. If you're exploring the area, make sure to drop by the Pohutukawa Marquee and say hi to our team!
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Riverside Adventures - Waikato - ๐ฅณCelebrating 12 remarkable years โ may your journeys ahead be filled with even more thrilling adventures!
Don't miss out on their daily birthday specials and giveaways kicking off on the 1st of Octob#news#news๐ BIG NEWS ALERT ๐
Weโre turning 12 on the 12th of October, and weโre throwing the biggest adventure party ever! ๐๐
๐งญ 12 Days of Adventure, 12 Deals, 1 Epic Prize!
From 1st October, weโre kicking off 12 days of fun with daily deals, giveaways, and a final massive prize thatโll knock your adventure socks off! ๐งฆโจ
There will be discounts, freebies, and maybe even a kayak tour or 2 (who knows whatโs in store ๐). And don't worry, weโll also sprinkle in some good laughs and behind-the-scenes peeks at our crazy awesome team.
Get ready, adventurers, this is going to be MASSIVE! ๐ฃโโ๏ธ๐ดโโ๏ธ๐งโโ๏ธ
Stay tunedโOctoberโs going to be wild!
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A brief update: The Dam Cafรฉ in Whakamaru has changed ownership and is temporarily closed for refurbishment. The new owners aim to reopen by the end of October.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to Sharon and her team for their years of dedicated service and support.
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Ride, Explore, and Unwind โ Experience it all in a single tour!
Escape the ordinary with Track & Trail Cycle Adventures on their 5-day North Island Cycle Tour through four of the North Islandโs Great Rides. Discover geothermal wonders, waterfalls, and the enjoy the beauty of the great outdoors.
Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or just love a good ride, this is an adventure you wonโt want to miss. Gold Card holders enjoy a 12.5% discount for the January trip!
Waikato River Trail โ Timber Trail โ Great Lake Trail โ Whakarewarewa Loop Track
๐ From Saturday, 18th to Wednesday, 22nd January 2025
๐ Book today and be part of this epic adventure. Spaces are filling fast!
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Ladies, Letโs Get Ready for the 2024 Rebel Ride! ๐ดโโ๏ธ๐
With less than a month to go until you set off from Hamilton to Taupล, nowโs the perfect time to start planning your journey! Whether youโre the type to keep a steady pace or more of a go-with-the-flow rider, this ride is all about ๐บ๐ฐ๐ถ๐ณ adventure.
โจ Pro Tip: Map out your accommodation and food stops along the wayโtheyโre perfect for a well-deserved recharge and a comfy nightโs rest! Be sure to swing by Rhubarb Cafe in Arapuni Village or check out the newly opened the Dam Village Bakery Cafe in Whakamaru for some great eats. And don't forget to pre-book any shuttles you might need before or after the event!
Registrations are still open at www.therebelride.co.nz.
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๐ดโโ๏ธ๐โโ๏ธ Itโs Taniwha Day! ๐โโ๏ธ๐ดโโ๏ธ
Todayโs the day, and weโre thrilled to see so many of you ready to take on The Taniwha events on the stunning Waikato River Trails! ๐ฟ Whether you're mountain biking, running, or walking, enjoy every moment on the trails and soak up the breathtaking scenery along the way. ๐
Best of luck to all participants โ we canโt wait to see you at the finish line! ๐คฉ๐
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๐โโ๏ธ๐ดโโ๏ธ One more sleep till The Taniwha! ๐ดโโ๏ธ๐โโ๏ธ
Who's ready?! Tomorrow, itโs all happening on the stunning southern sections of the Waikato River Trails!
Weโre buzzing to see everyone โ runners, walkers, bikers โ out there doing your thing!
See you all bright and early at the start line! Letโs make tomorrow epic! ๐
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๐ดโโ๏ธ Get Ready for an Epic Adventure This November! ๐ดโโ๏ธ
Looking for the ultimate cycling getaway? Join Riverside Adventures - Waikato for a thrilling 2-day supported journey on the breathtaking Waikato River Trails! ๐ With carefully planned routes, stunning landscapes, and a top-notch support crew, this tour promises more than just a rideโitโs an unforgettable adventure.
Spaces are filling fast, so gather your crew and gear up for an exhilarating ride!
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15-16 November 2024
๐ Waikato River Trails
๐ Learn more and secure your spot: www.riversideadventures.co.nz/supported-group-bike-tours/
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Riverside Adventures Waikato: Kayak & Bike Tours in NZ
www.riversideadventures.co.nz
Discover the Waikato River at your own pace. Twilight glowworm kayak tours, kayak tours, bike trail rides, or build your own tour!
Ladies, are you ready for the 2024 Rebel Ride? Only 5 more weeks to go!
Start counting down to the self-supported bike-packing journey from Kirikiriroa / Hamilton to Taupล! ๐ดโโ๏ธ Starting on 5 December, following the Te Awa River Ride, Waikato River Trails, and Great Lake Trails, finishing up on 8 December.
This journey is more than a ride; it's a chance to reconnect with yourself, the land, and some incredible wฤhine out there on the trail!
Get ready for spectacular views โ Aotearoaโs natural beauty awaits!
Registration is still open at www.therebelride.co.nz.
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๐จ Final Call for Running & Walking Entries for The Taniwha! ๐จ
Only a handful of spots are left for some of the running and walking distances at The Taniwha โ happening next weekend, Saturday 9 November! These entries are going to sell out fast, so if youโve been waiting to secure your spot, nowโs the time!
๐ฒ Register now at www.thetaniwha.co.nz
#eventHeads up team, only a handful of spots left in some of the distances for The Taniwha next weekend - Sat 9 Nov - these will sell out very shortly.
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Just two weeks left and running/walking spots are almost filled! ๐
Make sure to join us; it's set to be another fantastic day.
For details, visit The Taniwha website www.thetaniwha.c#eventeNgฤ Haerenga Great Rides of New ZealandaTotal Sport NZrMercuryrLove TaupลTaupลRunning sure seems to be booming at the moment! Entries for The Taniwha event next month are filling fast... with some event options almost sold out, enter soon to avoid disappointment!
This November set off on an epic 2 day supported cycling journey on the Waikato River Trails with Riverside Adventures - Waikato!
Their well-planned tours promise a memorable adventure!
For more information visit www.riversideadventures.co.nz/supported-group-bike-tours/
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Let's go- just one month left!
Are you signed up yet?
Saturday 9th November
For more details visit www.thetaniwha.co#eventevent
Gear up for the third annual Rebel Ride! Aotearoa's premier bikepacking event for women is back from December 5th to 8th, 2024.
The adventure kicks off in Kirikiriroa/Hamilton, following the scenic Te Awa River Ride, Waikato River Trails, and Great Lake Trails to Taupล. Riders can start any day from December 5th, joining together for a grand celebration in Taupล on Sunday, December 8th.
For more information and to register visit www.therebelride.co.nz
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The Taniwha Saturday 9th November
The medals have arrived, and the countdown has begun! With less than two months remaining, how is your event preparation progressing?
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#eventThis years medals have arrived and boy they look good! ๐
Currently getting "ribboned up" and ready for you all in a couple of short months! ๐
I must say, it's a truly prime finishing spotThe Taniwhaniwha!
Remember, August is the final month to take advantage of early bird pricing for this year's event.
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Get ready for the return of The Rebel Ride in 2024!
Celebrating women's bikepacking, The Rebel Ride is set to take place from 5th to 8th December 2024. The journey begins in Kirikiriroa/Hamilton, tracing the familiar paths of the Te Awa River Ride, Waikato River Trails, and Great Lake Trails, all the way to Taupล.
Participants can embark on their adventure starting Thursday, 5th December, culminating in a collective finish on Sunday, 8th December, where a celebration awaits in the late afternoon.
Mark your calendars, as registration kicks off on the morning of Monday, 26th August. Don't miss out on this exhilarating experience!
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