How much does it cost to do the Otago Rail Trail?
The Trail itself is free – and you can also organise your trip so that it doesn’t cost the Earth but If you want to spoil yourself, or celebrate a special occasion with a small group of good friends in a unique way – organise a luxury Rail Trail trip.
What is the best section of the Otago Rail Trail?
Best section is Auripo to Omakau – Otago Central Rail Trail.
Is the Otago Rail Trail Flat?
Young children through to elderly adults have successfully ridden the trail, which is undulating but with no really steep hills. The steepest is the 1 in 50 gradient Tiger Hill between Chatto Creek and Omakau.
How long is the Otago Rail Trail?
152km
The Trail is 152km long. How far you travel in one day will depend on your level of fitness. When cycling the average speed for most of us is 10km per hour, many people allow 3 – 5 days. The average walking pace is 4 – 6km per hour, allow at least 6 days.
Can you walk the Otago Rail Trail?
Most walkers allow at least 6 – 7 days to cover the whole 152 km Trail, which would involve walking for 4 -5 hours and covering between 21 and 25 km every day. You may just want to select one or a few popular parts of the Trail to walk. Trail operators can arrange to transfer your main luggage to accommodation.
Can you drive the Otago Rail Trail?
Open all year round- ride without traffic, under Central Otago’s big skies surrounded by amazing landscapes and steeped in “Southern Hospitality”.
What is the best time of year to do the Otago Rail Trail?
Autumn
Autumn (March, April & May) Autumn is the most popular season for biking and walking the trail. The dramatic colours on the vineyards as the leaves turn yellow and orange and the apple, apricots and cherry trees make for a colourful experience in the Clyde and Alexandra area.
Where does the Otago Rail Trail start from?
Where to Start. You can embark on your Otago Central Rail Trail adventure in Clyde or Middlemarch. If arriving by car, there is parking at both locations. If you need transport to the start, check for transport operators on our website.
Can I take my own bike on the Otago Rail Trail?
Regular or e-Biking, walking or horseback, access to the Otago Central Rail Trail is free. The passport is readily available from bike hire companies, your operators, some accommodation providers and the DOC office just off the Rail Trail as you near Alexandra.
How many people ride the Otago Rail Trail?
The Otago Central Rail Trail was voted NZ’s No. 1 Place to Cycle in both 2016 and 2017 and currently hosts more that 15,000 visitors every year who ride the complete length of the Trail.
What grade is the Otago Rail Trail?
grade 1
This is one of the easiest New Zealand Cycle Trails, a grade 1 cruise with a smooth, wide surface and almost entirely flat gradient with the occasional long incline.
Can you do the Otago Rail Trail in winter?
The rail trail is snow free virtually all of the time. Winter can often be calm with blue skies and with the surrounding mountains snow covered making the vista breath taking.
Where to stay on the Otago Central Rail Trail?
Hotels in Otago Central Rail Trail that offer highly-rated breakfasts include Naseby Cottage with Sleep out, Blacks Hotel, and Waipiata Country Hotel. What are the best hotels to stay at in Otago Central Rail Trail?
Where to stay on the Central Rail Trail?
Located in the historic heart of Clyde, Central Otago, The Lord Clyde offers sophisticated, luxury accomm… Handy for Rail Trailers, Anglers and Holiday Makers. Lauderburn House Bed and Breakfast, a gorgeous character 1920’s homestead located near the stunning Poolb…
Where to stay when walking the Otago cent?
Nicky’s Place, a family business, provides the ideal place to stay when cycling or walking the Otago Cent… Built in 1885, the historic Wedderburn Tavern is situated in the heart of the Maniototo Plain on the Cent… Hyde School Accommodation & Eatery is a modern complex made up of a beautiful restored 1869 School House …