The most popular option when renting a bike from us. An easy (and flat!) ride suitable for all levels of rider, this trail leads out to Pencarrow Head/Te Raeakiaki; with lakes and lighthouses to check out (click here) and stunning views of the Kaikōura Ranges.

Te Raeakiaki is the Māori name for Pencarrow Head and means: The headland where the sea pounds.

Note the trail can have sand and debris washed across it in some areas after heavy storms - it is usually still rideable, but off-road tyres are recommended for this reason.

To see your location on the below map and follow your progress in real time, simply click on the “four corners” icon on the top right of the header. This will open the map in Google Maps (provided you have the Google Maps app loaded onto your phone).

DISTANCE FROM WILDFINDER PENCARROW TO:

Grade 1-2: Suitable for all riders including beginners & families

Note: All timings given here are approximate, actual timings may vary depending on fitness levels & weather conditions

TRAIL SPECIFICATIONS

Composition hard-packed gravel 96%, sealed road 2%, soft sand 2%
Highest Point 5m
Lowest Point 2m
Net Gain n/a

EQUIPMENT RECOMMENDATIONS

Bike any off-road bike - hybrid or mountain - nothing fancy required.
Tyres off-road, width > 2.0". Always take a pump and a spare tube so that you can vary the tyre pressure to suit the conditions, and be covered in case of puncture.
Clothing dress to the conditions (usually shorts and tshirt with a jersey in reserve, though you may wish to take thermals as well), and always take a light jacket. Closed shoes recommended.

AMENITIES / SERVICES

Cellphones intermittent coverage with all providers
Toilets public toilets 150m north of The Bike Shed, nothing after that
Food Wildfinder Pencarrow has snacks and drinks for sale.
Water bottled water available at Wildfinder Pencarrow, no public water supply in the area.

Wildfinder Pencarrow to Pencarrow Head (Te Raeakiaki)