Cycling Spots around Arrowtown & Queenstown

Queenstown

Arrowtown is close proximity to Mahu Whenua Trails, Macetown Road and Bush Creek Trail - start point for the Coronet Loop, and situated at the base of the Crown Range climb to Wanaka - great cafes and quieter than Queenstown - on the Arrow River Bridges section of the Queenstown Trail, short ride to Lake Hayes and the vineyards of Gibbston Valley

Queenstown is the start point of the Glenorchy Rod and at the base of the Skyline Gondola/Ben Lomond. Options to take the steamship Earnslaw to Walter Peak Station and complete an awesome gravel ride ‘Around the Mountains Trail’ back to Kingston. Bespoke cafe a favourite for local cyclists, and famous Fergburger/Fergbaker for great food. Start point of the Queenstown Trail and Frankton Track.

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Planning your cycling trip

1. Choosing where to ride:

Around Arrowtown & Queenstown

2. Choosing when to book:

Queenstown in Winter

By December, the temperatures have warmed up around Queenstown. The most settled weather is through January, February and March where temps often get up to 30°C.

Best website for weather reports?
metservice.com

Summer Road Conditions

With stable weather conditions comes great conditions on the roads and trails.

Best website for road reports?
journeys.nzta.govt.nz

Travelling in Summer

Queenstown has an international airport at Frankton, just 7km from downtown Queenstown, with numerous daily flights from international transfers in Auckland and direct flights from Australia. As the Tourism capital of New Zealand, there is no shortage of accommodation to choose from and a host of award-winning restaurants and cafes to cater for any palate and budget.

Best local airport?
queenstownairport.co.…

3. Know who to speak with:

Always speak with a local expert BEFORE booking your trip. Valuable local knowledge will ensure you get the most out of your cycling holiday.



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