Where to ride

Where to Ride in Hamilton

Cycling is a quick and convenient way to get around Hamilton, with loads of great choices for bike paths and lanes - check them out below!

A group of people wearing highly visible clothing, stood next to their bikes. They are all smiling and have helmets on.

Riding in your local area

You’re spoilt for choice coming into Hamilton. Cycleways and Walkways - Hamilton City Council

The Hamilton to Ngaruawahia section of the Te Awa River Ride features the popular and iconic Perry Bridge, one of the longest walk/cycle bridges in New Zealand! with some great spots to stop for a picnic. You can take a short detour to test your skills at the Perry Bike Skills Park in Horotiu, or just follow the river to wherever you like. Check out the maps here!

All Districts in the Waikato Region are well served with many cycle paths, cycle trails and bike parks to explore. Visit your local council’s website for detailed local information.

Taupō Cycling and walking - Taupō District Council (taupodc.govt.nz)

South Waikato To See and Do - South Waikato District Council

Thames-Coromandel Tracks and Trails Guide_2019_WEB.pdf (tcdc.govt.nz)

Hauraki Walks, Tracks & Cycle Trails » Hauraki District Council (hauraki-dc.govt.nz)

Matamata-Piako Walking & Cycling Tracks (mpdc.govt.nz)

Waikato District Trails and walks (waikatodistrict.govt.nz)

Waipā Cycleways and shared trails - Waipa District Council (waipadc.govt.nz)

Ōtorohanga Ōtorohanga District Council (otodc.govt.nz)

Waitomo Timber Trail - Waitomo District Council

Local rides for new cyclists

The Western Rail Trail Biking Path is a 2.7km off-road shared path which utilises the existing rail corridor to connect Hamilton’s southwestern suburbs with the CBD. Suitable for children, families, commuters, and recreational bikers alike, the Western Rail Trail provides a fun and easy way to get active.

Check out Hamilton City Council https://hamilton.govt.nz/parki...page

Each council’s information includes details of rides suitable for a range of skills – links with more details are on each site.

Click on the link below for some great tracks around our beautiful region.

Two people cycling down a wide flat bike path that runs along the river.

Local bike share/rental

Hamilton/ Cambridge - book a casual hire or take advantage of their ready-made Te Awa Experiences rides - take a look here for more information.

Search 'Bike Rental Waikato' for a range of providers across the region.

I already cycle

Hamilton Mountain Bike Track (Pukete Mountain Bike Park)

it is a great for riders looking for something close to the city, cramming lots of track into a relatively small, centralised area. The largely flat track is surrounded by native tree plantings. Its easy contour is suitable for beginners and families as well as more advanced riders who will appreciate the track’s tight twists and turns, table-top jump and the more rugged northern corner. Grade 2-3.

For more information check out this Hamilton Bik Map.

Where to get more information

Hamilton City Council Bike Hamilton page for information on 'What’s Happening in the City' as well as a link to our Bike Map.

Take a look here for more biking paths and resources!

A group of people talking whilst standing by their bikes. They all have helmets on and are pictured outside Hamilton City Council's office.