What: 2h ish mountain bike ride along the Arapuni section of the Waikato River trails (can also walk this)
When: Anytime of year
Where: Arapuni village is 10min from Putaruru, or approx 45min from Hamilton.
How..
We parked our vehicle outside the Rhubarb Cafe, Arapuni village. We then headed a few kilometres out of the village towards Putaruru until we came to Horahora Road. Along H
orahora Road, we enjoyed a sweet long downhill then scenic flat tarseal before arriving at the Little Waipa Domain. The domain is a cute camping spot lying next to the Waikato River and is where the riverside section of the trail begins.
orahora Road, we enjoyed a sweet long downhill then scenic flat tarseal before arriving at the Little Waipa Domain. The domain is a cute camping spot lying next to the Waikato River and is where the riverside section of the trail begins.
The next section to the Arapuni Dam is an undulating ride comprising of gravel and boardwalk and is suitable for riders of all fitness levels. There are many scenic picnic spots and great photo opportunities along this section. The path reaches Powerhouse Road just before the Arapuni Dam. We biked across the road bridge and up the right side of the river, crossing the Arapuni swingbridge to get back onto the trail. This next part of the trail provides some tougher hill sections until you reach the road at the south end of Lake Arapuni.
The section from this road to Jones Landing is recommended for advanc
ed riders and walkers only as the steep climbs and tight downhills are not easy. However, this section can be easily completed with a combination of biking and walking and is well worth it for the views it provides over Lake Arapuni. Upon reaching Jones Landing, we turned around and headed back towards Arapuni village. There is the option to go further with the trails towards the Waipapa Dam. It is roughly 20min of road cycling alongside gorgeous farmland back to the village.
ed riders and walkers only as the steep climbs and tight downhills are not easy. However, this section can be easily completed with a combination of biking and walking and is well worth it for the views it provides over Lake Arapuni. Upon reaching Jones Landing, we turned around and headed back towards Arapuni village. There is the option to go further with the trails towards the Waipapa Dam. It is roughly 20min of road cycling alongside gorgeous farmland back to the village.
The Rhubarb Cafe in Arapuni Village is the perfect way to end your ride. The cafe also offers 'cruiser' bikes for hire.
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