Category: All Hurunui Trails

Hanmer trails open again

5 March 2024 – very pleased to share the news that with the drop in the fire risk index all the trails in Hanmer are

March 5, 2024 No Comments

2024 Sounds 2 Sounds

Riders taking on the Challenge of the 2024 edition of the Kennett brothers Sounds 2 Sounds bikepacking are now making their way through the Hurunui.

March 3, 2024 No Comments

Hanmer trails again closed due to fire risk

Monday 26 Feb – the forest managers have informed the trail network that due to fire risk the Hanmer Forest trails north of Jollies Pass

February 26, 2024 No Comments

Hanmer walking and riding trails OPEN again

Yah, great news riders and walkers, the Hanmer trails are again OPEN – please do take the utmost care though, the fire index has dropped

February 8, 2024 No Comments

Fire season

It is hot and dry in North Canterbury meaning the fire risk is very high. Hanmer Springs All trails in Hanmer Forest, north of Jollies

January 25, 2024 No Comments

A new McArthur Bridge is on the way

Christmas has come early, the Department of Conservation has approved the replacement of the McArthur Bridge, with the design done, tenders will be out in

April 27, 2023 No Comments

Spring is here – almost

The end of winter saw the St James Cycle Trail in great condition – apart from no bridge at km36 – but spring has brought

October 2, 2022 No Comments

Hurunui Trails Trust AGM

The trust AGM will be held at 7pm on 1 September, in the Hurunui District Council chambers. The meeting will also be streamed online –

August 11, 2022 No Comments

Winter on the trails

Winter is here with a vengeance, many local trails affected by high water levels and stream flooding. The St James Cycle Trail is well and

August 11, 2022 No Comments

Autumn on the trails

It’s a magic time of the year, especially on the Waipara Valley Vineyard Trail – autumn colours as the vines have done their work for

April 19, 2022 No Comments

Hurunui Trails

Our vision is creating a network of trails throughout the Hurunui District – walking or riding. From the East Coast beaches to the inland mountains of the Molesworth and St James, the Hurunui offers every type of experience, whether you are on a bike, a horse, your legs or their substitute!