Redwoods and Lakefront Ride
Enjoy the beautiful Taupō Lakefront by bike
Grab a bike and take a ride along the Taupō Lakefront, don’t forget to stop for a bite to eat along the way!
Suitable for the whole family this ride takes in the newly developed Great Lake Pathway. Ride as far as you like, there are plenty of beautiful places to stop off and enjoy the view.
The Trail
Beginning from our shop you will ride down past Huka Falls then join onto the Redwoods Track, riding beneath a beautiful canopy of Native Redwood trees. You then arrive at the top of the Control Gates Bridge hill where on a nice day you get unobstructed views of Lake Taupō & the mountains to the south. Riding down the hill, turning right to the picturesque Taupō Boat Harbour, take the time to view some of the classic boats. Also located here is a caravan converted into a cafe which serves coffee & Taupō's best crepes & toasted sandwiches. Continuing the ride on the Great Lake Pathway which follows the Lake edge to 5 Mile Bay. Take your togs as there is many stunning beaches to swim at throughout the ride. At 2 Mile Bay is the Cove Cafe which is the last place to stop at for a refreshment.
You can continue all the way to 5 Mile Bay or turn around at any point.
It is recommended to ride an e bike on this ride for those people who don't ride a lot or don't have a reasonable level of fitness to cycling. It is a fantastic ride on a nice day taking in some of Taupō's best scenery.
“Our family of 4 came to hire a few bikes from FourB to ride the Huka falls track. FourB has the most friendly and helpful service, great gear, and knowledge of tracks. We loved our time so much, we went back the 2nd day to ride Craters of the Moon MTB Park. Location is perfect from grabbing a bike and getting straight into all the fun. Prices are great too. Highly recommend.”