Cycling in The Catlins
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Cannibal Bay
Cannibal Bay is a great place to spot Sea Lions however there is some riding to be done before you get there. It has great vistas and it is possible to ride along the beach once you arrive - just don’t upset the local Sea Lions!
- Distance:
- 24km loop
- Difficulty:
- Active Grade 3 (Cannibal Bay)
- Duration:
- 2 - 3 hours
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Owaka - The Local Ride
This is a short journey, ideal for younger riders, families or simply if you want a quick look around. Traversing the back streets of Owaka, this ride provides you a flavour of the town.
- Distance:
- 3km loop
- Difficulty:
- Easy Grade 2 (Owaka)
- Duration:
- Under 1 hour
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Around The Lake
A trip around the Catlins Lake (Estuary) is well worth the ride with constantly changing views as the tide moves in and out each day.
- Distance:
- 16.5km loop
- Difficulty:
- Active Grade 3 (Around The Lake)
- Duration:
- 1 - 2 hours
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Surat Bay - Pounawea
The trip to Pounawea and Surat Bay is a very popular destination for visitors to the Catlins. The ride is not too far and well worth the effort once you get there.
- Distance:
- 16km loop
- Difficulty:
- Moderate Grade 3 (Surat Bay - Pounawea)
- Duration:
- 1 - 2 hours
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Jacks Bay
Jacks Bay is one of the best beaches in The Catlins and well worth the ride. There are some great views along the way, with prolific bird life along the edge of the estuary, especially early in the morning.
- Distance:
- 19km loop
- Difficulty:
- Moderate Grade 3 (Jacks Bay)
- Duration:
- 1 - 2 hours
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Purakaunui Bay
Purakaunui Bay is one of the best kept secrets in The Catlins. With this ride you get the best the district can offer you; Beach, Bush, Wildlife and Rural vistas.
- Distance:
- 36km loop
- Difficulty:
- Active Grade 3 (Purakaunui Bay)
- Duration:
- 2 - 3 hours
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Morris Saddle - Tawanui
This is a great scenic ride and it provides you a chance to experience a bit of everything The Catlins has to offer.
- Distance:
- 32km loop
- Difficulty:
- Active Grade 3 (Morris Saddle - Tawanui)
- Duration:
- 2 - 3 hours
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Katea Loop
This is a great ride through some of the back rural roads of The Catlins.
- Distance:
- 16.5km loop
- Difficulty:
- Active Grade 3 (Katea Loop)
- Duration:
- 1 - 2 hours