A scenic riverbank pathway winding along a calm river, flanked by green grass and trees. A wooden bench sits on the edge, inviting visitors to enjoy the tranquil view under a cloudy sky. In the distance, houses and lush greenery can be seen along the shore. Manawatu River Track mountain bike trail.
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Level: Easiest
Length: 12 mi (19.3 km)
Surface: Singletrack
Configuration: Out & Back
Elevation: +172/ -172 ft
Total: 2 riders
 

Mountain Biking Manawatu River Track

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#104 of 171 mountain bike trails in North Island
#11,988 in the world

The whole family will enjoy this ride beside the impressive Manawatu River. The track is wide and flat with easy corners and a hard surface. It's a twenty kilometre round trip, and there are diversions you can take along the way such as Fitzherbert Park just south of the bridge.

Just past the Maxwells Line end of the track there is a MTB jump park and there are small jumps and dips near Te Matai Road.

The track is popular with local bikers, dog walkers, runners and strollers. It is also know as the Bridle Track.

First added by Jim Cummings on Nov 20, 2015. Last updated Sep 17, 2024. → add an update
Before you go
  • Drinking water: unknown
  • Lift service: unknown
  • Night riding: unknown
  • Pump track: unknown
  • Restrooms: yes
  • Fat bike grooming: unknown
  • E-bikes allowed: unknown
  • Fee required: unknown
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Getting there
The Manawatu River skirts the south eastern side of the city of Palmerston North and the River Track follows it for the entire length of the city. There are many points of access. Get to the north end of the track from Riverside Drive; the south end from Maxwells Line; the middle from Fitzherbert Avenue.


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Dry (Nov 20, 2015)
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Mountain Bike Trails Near Palmerston North, North Island

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Intermediate | 12 mi

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