Explore The West Coast Wilderness By Bike

The Grey District is the starting and finishing point for the West Coast Wilderness Trail, part of the New Zealand Cycle Trail network. The trail begins in Greymouth, opposite the train station, and continues for approximately 139 kilometres to Ross. It is generally graded Grade 2, making it suitable for most riders with a reasonable level of fitness.

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Our Explore by Bike package is available with advance notice and is a great way to experience some of the trail’s most scenic sections.

We can organise bike and helmet hire, along with transport for you and your bike to the picturesque Kapitea Reservoir, just north of Kumara. From there, you can cycle back to Greymouth at your own pace, with bikes to be returned to the bike shop by approximately 4.30pm.

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The route follows the historic Kumara bush tram through regenerating forest and farmland before reaching the Taramakau River. From there, the trail continues alongside tidal lagoons and the coastline, with views across the Tasman Sea, before taking you around the Greymouth fishing port and along the Grey River back into town.

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It’s a relaxed full-day option that showcases some of the best scenery the West Coast Wilderness Trail has to offer.