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Blenheim The Sauvignon Blanc capital of the world, the Marlborough region is also home to great mountain biking. Blenheim is a good base with the renowned and technically difficult Nydia track close by along with the ever fun Whites Bay Loop and high country epic, Molesworth Station. Those looking for something a little closer to town can’t go past the Wither Hills bike park, where there are trails for all abilities (see Avanti Plus for trail maps). Where to Eat Wairau River Wines for lunch D’Urvilles Wine Bar & Brasserie
if the forestry roads are open. There is a section near the middle of the ride that requires about a 25 minute bike carry. Havelock is also a good base as it is about mid way between the 2 ends of the trail by road. From here it is easy to reach the Queen Charlotte and the Nydia Bay tracks if you want more riding.
Other Activities Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre A collection of World War I planes lovingly restored and captured in realistic settings in association with Peter Jackson and Weta Workshop. Don’t Miss Wine tasting - map available from wine-marlborough.co.nz
Best Coffee CPR HQ Raupo Riverside Cafe
Avanti Plus Experience Marlborough with the team at AvantiPlus Blenheim, the family bike shop. They have maps, local ride and event information. Ride the amazing Blenheim tracks and those slightly further afield. 61 Queen Street, Blenheim P: 03 578 0433 W: www.bikemarlborough.co.nz
The Wakamarina Track is an old gold miner’s trail that crosses the Richmond ranges. It has technical trails through lush native forest with a ripping 800m descent on zig zagging benched single track to Devils Hut. It is best ridden from South to North, or you can ride in and out from either end for a shorter trip. If riding the crossing then organizing transport to where the track ends is best. The 600m gravel road climb from Onamalutu can be done by car
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Distance 35km Timing : 4 - 6hours Elevation: 100m -1066m 100% single track, many rocky and rooty challenges
Inside Ride Settings: Forrest & Alpine Suitable for adventurous to advanced riders
Getting There
Best One Day Ride Wakamarina
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Description
Turn off SH6 onto Northbank Road, 6 km north of Renwick . Follow Northbank Road for 5 km, then Onamalutu Road for 11 km, past domain to Flowers Creek ford. A final 5 km up Kiwi Road to car park and start of track.
Logistics Topo Map BQ28 Some route finding required Remote outback trail, be well prepared
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