Putting Your Heart into the Countryside
The Central South Trail Cycle Trail is Rural New Zealand Countryside at its best – from stunning lakes and rivers, majestic countryside of Mackenzie and down eventually to one of New Zealand’s most beautiful Bays – Caroline Bay of Timaru. Suitable for all ages, the 3 section cycle trail is an easy to intermediate grade – and will link Timaru to Pleasant Point, Pleasant Point to Fairlie, and finally Fairlie to Tekapo. Linking with the Alps 2 Ocean trail and other trails along the way. See the course here
The Trail will initially start in Washdyke and meet up at the small and quaint town of Pleasant Point famous for its custard squares, railway and beautiful countryside. From here, Stage 2 of the trail continues on to Fairlie at the heart of the beautiful Mackenzie district before moving on to Stage 3 to the world class and picturesque Tekapo.
Allow 3-4 days to cycle the entire trail and remember to add some time to investigate the region while you are here. Alternatively, if time is at a premium, simply make a day excursion or tick off a section or two over a long weekend… What better way to reconnect friends and family or simply get away from it all, either way, you will be enjoying genuine hospitality in some of the best scenery that the South Island of New Zealand has to offer.
Whichever option you choose, the Central South Trail Cycle Trail is sure to be a great destination and a most memorable experience.
Community Wellbeing and Tourism
Once finished, the trail will be a major tourism asset for the South Canterbury and Mackenzie Districts, helping attract both local and international visitors to the area. Notwithstanding the great asset it will provide to the local communities and families.
The Great Rides have proven to be a significant driver of local and international tourism which is helping New Zealand stay on the international map as a top tourist destination. The trails will also boost economic growth in the region with job creation.
Putting Your Heart into the Countryside
The Central South Trail Cycle Trail is Rural New Zealand Countryside at its best – from stunning lakes and rivers, majestic countryside of Mackenzie and down eventually to one of New Zealand’s most beautiful Bays – Caroline Bay of Timaru. Suitable for all ages, the 3 section cycle trail is an easy to intermediate grade – and will link Timaru to Pleasant Point, Pleasant Point to Fairlie, and finally Fairlie to Tekapo. Linking with the Alps 2 Ocean trail and other trails along the way. See the course here
The Trail will initially start in Washdyke and meet up at the small and quaint town of Pleasant Point famous for its custard squares, railway and beautiful countryside. From here, Stage 2 of the trail continues on to Fairlie at the heart of the beautiful Mackenzie district before moving on to Stage 3 to the world class and picturesque Tekapo.
Allow 3-4 days to cycle the entire trail and remember to add some time to investigate the region while you are here. Alternatively, if time is at a premium, simply make a day excursion or tick off a section or two over a long weekend… What better way to reconnect friends and family or simply get away from it all, either way, you will be enjoying genuine hospitality in some of the best scenery that the South Island of New Zealand has to offer.
Whichever option you choose, the Central South Trail Cycle Trail is sure to be a great destination and a most memorable experience.
Community Wellbeing and Tourism
Once finished, the trail will be a major tourism asset for the South Canterbury and Mackenzie Districts, helping attract both local and international visitors to the area. Notwithstanding the great asset it will provide to the local communities and families.
The Great Rides have proven to be a significant driver of local and international tourism which is helping New Zealand stay on the international map as a top tourist destination. The trails will also boost economic growth in the region with job creation.