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From an easy oceanfront cruise to a multi-day coast-to-coast adventure, the Motu Trails trio are a series of uniquely wild rides that have something for everyone. Take on just one trail, or combine all three to create an unforgettable 90km loop. No matter which journey you choose, escape the daily ritual to a place steeped in history and natural beauty - where you can ride, walk, run and be set free.

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Pakihi Track

Distance 20kms
Time 3-6 hrs
GradeAdvanced

OCTOBER 2023: PLEASE NOTE THAT DOC HAS CURRENTLY CLOSED PAKIHI FOR RIDING. FOR UPDATES PLEASE CONTACT US, OR, CHECK 'TRAIL CONDITIONS'. The Pakihi Track is downhill magic – it sweeps through a historic stock route in the magnificent Urutawa Forest, a journey surrounded by fern-filled forest and alongside pristine river pools. The advanced grade reflects that the track is narrow in places, with near-vertical drop-offs to the side. The track also gets rockfalls and windfalls on an ongoing basis. You need sound bike skills and you need to ride with real care. For riding, the track is one-way only, from Motu Road.

Dive into the diverse range of tracks and discover how to explore them by bike or on foot. Download or request a physical copy of our handy maps and guides to help plan and pack for your adventure, and keep up to date with the latest trail conditions and closures before you hit the pedals.

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Motu Trails

Pakihi Track

Dive into the diverse range of tracks and discover how to explore them by bike or on foot. Download or request a physical copy of our handy maps and guides to help plan and pack for your adventure, and keep up to date with the latest trail conditions and closures before you hit the pedals.

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"It is such a unique and fantastic ride, whether that is just the dunes track or the whole loop, it is just amazing. The track, scenery, signs, the way it has been maintained"

"The main reason for visiting was the Pakihi Track, this is an amazing experience though ancient rain forests, one of the best rides I've ever done … Well done the Motu Trust, you have a jewel in the crown in the Pakihi. "

"We cycled the Dunes, Old Motu Road through to Motu village. There were lots of kamahi [trees] flowering along the road side. Beautiful bush and scenery. Great ride. "

"Just being able to hop on my bike and ride is great. The freedom of being out there. We are so fortunate to be able to do this. All of this, in an amazing environment. "

"Loved the whole journey from Rere falls , the rockslide and Motu/Pakihi to Opotiki. "

"We love this trail and do it reasonably regularly. On this day the weather was perfect, the sea was as well and we stopped for a swim and a picnic in the middle of the trail. The environment that we ride through is always the highlight - no matter the weather. "

"The track was very well built and maintained in a challenging landscape. A beautiful part of the country I wouldn’t have seen if not for the bike and local shuttle service. "

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