Timber Trail New Zealand

18/06/2026

When you're out riding along the Timber Trail, take time to slow your pace and listen to the sounds of Pureora Forest and see what you can spot along the trail. It's little moments like these which make the Timber Trail so special! 🌿 🚲 🐦

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15/06/2026

A big congratulations to the team at the Timber Trail Lodge for being recognised with Tripadvisor's Travellers' Choice Award for 2026!

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We are incredibly grateful to have once again been recognised with Tripadvisor's Travellers' Choice Award for 2026, placing us among the top 10% of listings worldwide.

We want to say a huge thank you to all our guests for your support, reviews, and recommendations. Your feedback means the world to us and helps others discover the unique experience we offer here in Pureora Forest Park.

We truly appreciate every guest who has chosen to stay, ride, walk, or relax with us. Thank you for being part of our journey, and we look forward to welcoming you again soon. 💚

The Timber Trail Lodge & Transport Team

11/06/2026

Winter ride along the Timber Trail? Yes please! ❄️

Check out this video sharing great tips for what clothing layers to wear and pack for a winter ride. Start planning your winter ride along the Timber Trail now!

Head over to our website for more information to help plan and prepare for your ride, including trail status updates and a list of our official Timber Trail partners to help organize shuttles, accommodation, bike hire and more!

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08/06/2026

Soak up the stunning views as you ride across the Maramataha Suspension Bridge — an iconic highlight of the Timber Trail 🌁 🚲

The largest of the 8 suspension bridges along the trail, the Maramataha Suspension Bridge stands 53 metres above the valley floor and and incredible 141 metres long.

As you pedal across the suspension bridge, make sure to take a moment to enjoy the incredible views of and sounds of the native ngahere below! 🌿

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02/06/2026

🚲 🚲 🚲 Did you know today is World Bicycle Day?! 🚲 🚲 🚲

Whether it's a ride to school or work, a weekend adventure or a journey through your favourite trails like Mountains to Sea - Ngā Ara Tūhono cycle trails and the Timber Trail, bicycles help us stay active, connect with our communities and enjoy the outdoors.

Today, June 3rd, we celebrate the positive impact cycling has on our health, environment and everyday lives.

Will you be heading out for a ride today? Where will your ride take you?

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02/06/2026

Rolling out of Autumn and into Winter along the Timber Trail! 🚲

For those who choose a long weekend bike adventure along the Timber Trail recently, whether riding the full length of trail or opted for a shorter section, we hope the ride delivered plenty of smiles, stunning views and heaps of unforgettable memories! ✨

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28/05/2026

Heading out on the Timber Trail this long weekend? We love hearing about your adventures along the Timber Trail! 🚲 🌲

📸 Share your adventure photos and videos with us by tagging Timber Trail New Zealand on Facebook or send us a message!

We hope you have a fun and safe long weekend! ✨

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28/05/2026

King's Birthday weekend is almost here 🌲 🚲 👑

It’s shaping up to be a great long weekend to head out on the Timber Trail Great Ride.

Ride through lush native bush and take the time to listen and spot native birds and wildlife along the trail. Enjoy the scenic views and take your time crossing the epic suspension bridges along the way!

Make the most of the long weekend and create memories that will last a lifetime!

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26/05/2026

Close to the Timber Trail in Pureora Forest stands one of the greatest living monuments you’ll ever come across.

Pouakani is the world’s oldest known tōtara, estimated to be around 1,800 years old and rising over 40 metres into the canopy.

An incredible sight to witness, this ancient giant is still standing strong and in good health despite its age.

Whether you’re cycling the Timber Trail or just exploring the area, it’s well worth making a detour to visit this giant of the forest.

📸: Oscar Dove, CC BY 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons

21/05/2026

Sometimes the best way to understand a trail is to slow down, listen, and let the forest do the talking.

As part of the recent travel trade visit to our region, the group had the chance to experience a taste of the Timber Trail — one of New Zealand’s iconic Great Rides, deep in the heart of Pureora Forest. With the support of Timber Trail Lodge & Transport, the agents headed out for the 9km return ride to the spectacular Maramataha Bridge — a perfect short experience to showcase just how memorable even a small section of the trail can be.

Along the way, they had time to breathe in the fresh forest air, listen to the sounds of the manu, take in the scale of the ngahere, and experience the quiet magic that makes the Timber Trail so special. For travel trade, it was a great reminder that this trail offers far more than a bike ride. It is a journey through ancient forest, engineering heritage, big suspension bridges, local manaakitanga, and a truly immersive visitor experience.

With TRENZ coming up in Auckland — where New Zealand tourism operators connect with international travel buyers — this was a timely chance to showcase how the Timber Trail can be included in future visitor itineraries, from short taster rides through to fully supported multi-day Great Ride adventures.

A huge thank you to Visit Ruapehu for creating this opportunity, and to Timber Trail Lodge & Transport for helping deliver such a smooth, welcoming, and memorable experience.

We look forward to seeing where these connections lead.

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