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SaveRangiora trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has shared hundreds of photos from this region. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, Gravel Biking and Adaptive Biking. Trails here are often flowy, hike-a-bike in places and rooty. Scenery includes canyons, beaches and views. Common trail features include berms, jumps and drops. Many trails are family friendly. Popular destinations include Ashley Forest.
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- Mountain Bike
47 trails
- E-Bike
36 trails
- Gravel Bike
15 trails
- Adaptive Bike
6 trails
- Hike
23 trails
- Trail Running
23 trails
Region Details
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Region Status
Caution as of Oct 30, 2026Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 56
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 47
- Trails E-Bike
- 36
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 15
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 6
- Trails Horse
- 1
- Trails Hike
- 23
- Trails Trail Running
- 23
- Total Distance
- 75 miles
- Total Descent
- 11,945 ft
- Total Vertical
- 4,582 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 4,584 ft
- Reports
- 506
- Photos
- 211
- Completed Counter
- 5,608
Sub Regions
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Ashley Forest
- 2
- 18
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- 4
- 1
Popular Rangiora Mountain Biking Trails
• 40 ★ 4.2 • 10 miles • 1,844 ft • 362 •
This is an old stock route formed in 1879. It's overall gradient is generally okay, but as the weather takes its toll, the track has been weathered into a fun mountain bike track with exposed roots, fords and plenty of rocks. From the...
• 90 ★ 3.7 • 3 miles • 59 ft • 190 •
A shared walking and cycling track. This track has been recently deforested and regeneration planting is underway. Lookouts are signposted along the way to afford you views of the Tūtaepatu Lagoon and mountains.
• 60 ★ 3.5 • 2 miles • 35 ft • 170 •
The Rakahuri Trail is a fun, two way shared trail that runs alongside the Ashley/Rakahuri River. Within the trail there is a dedicated mountain bike park which has areas of one way riding, offering you the freedom of knowing you have...
• 65 ★ 3.5 • 1 mile • 41 ft • 145 •
Really easy trail. Can get really muddy sometimes. You also have the option of taking the trail further all the the way to Waikuku beach or the other way to the Airfield. Good for practising things such as cornering and endurance. It is...
• 25 ★ 0.0 • 6 miles • 377 ft • 71 •
About half an hour after leaving Wharfedale Hut, the track opens out and follows a 4WD track over grazed flats coming out at Lees Valley Road. This track crosses the Townshend River twice and may be impassable if river levels are high....
• 20 ★ 3.2 • 4 miles • 734 ft • 59 •
This well-formed track initially crosses cleared private land with views of the plains and surrounding hills. It enters the beech forest before a turn off to Coopers Creek. The track joins onto the Wharfedale Track not far from the View...
• 15 ★ 4.5 • 6 miles • 2,936 ft • 56 •
Blowhard Track starts at the end of Maori Reserve Road near the Boys Brigade Camp. The track begins as a 4WD track and narrows to a single track as it climbs steeply to the summit of Mt Richardson (1047 m).There are excellent views of...
• 60 ★ 3.0 • 5 miles • 84 ft • 48 •
The Rakahuri Trail is a fun, two way shared trail that runs alongside the Ashley/Rakahuri River. Within the trail there is a dedicated mountain bike park which has areas of one way riding, offering you the freedom of knowing you have...
Rangiora Mountain Bike Routes
27 miles • 4,368 ft • 0 • Out & Back •
Ride from Barron Ave Ashley Forest to top of Mt Grey via Mt Grey Road
★ 2.0 • 5 miles • 357 ft • 0 • Out & Back •
Route to Ashley forest from Rangiora using off road trails where possible
14 miles • 1,578 ft • 0 • Loop •
Nice loop ride in Ashley Forest. Start at the forest HQ. Couple of climbs to make you puff a bit but a...
Photos of Rangiora Mountain Bike
Videos of Rangiora Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| Mt Oxford Track | Oct 31, 2026 @ 9:10am (Pacific/Auckland) Oct 30, 2026 | Snow Cover Partial | Taking5 | ||
| Tina Turner | Sep 19, 2026 @ 9:43am (Pacific/Auckland) Sep 18, 2026 | Unknown | leroycoleman NCCC | ||
| The Original | Sep 19, 2026 @ 9:43am (Pacific/Auckland) Sep 18, 2026 | Unknown | leroycoleman NCCC | ||
| The 1939 | Sep 19, 2026 @ 9:43am (Pacific/Auckland) Sep 18, 2026 | Unknown | leroycoleman NCCC | ||
| Stu's | Sep 19, 2026 @ 9:43am (Pacific/Auckland) Sep 18, 2026 | Unknown | leroycoleman NCCC | ||
| Spectacles | Sep 19, 2026 @ 9:43am (Pacific/Auckland) Sep 18, 2026 | Unknown | leroycoleman NCCC | ||
| Sparky | Sep 19, 2026 @ 9:43am (Pacific/Auckland) Sep 18, 2026 | Unknown | leroycoleman NCCC | ||
| Spade Father | Sep 19, 2026 @ 9:43am (Pacific/Auckland) Sep 18, 2026 | Unknown | leroycoleman NCCC | ||
| Slinky Lines | Sep 19, 2026 @ 9:43am (Pacific/Auckland) Sep 18, 2026 | Unknown | leroycoleman NCCC | ||
| Sam's Downhill | Sep 19, 2026 @ 9:43am (Pacific/Auckland) Sep 18, 2026 | Unknown | leroycoleman NCCC |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
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| discostus | ridden | trail | activity #107642962 | Nov 11, 2026 @ 11:23pm 9 hours |
| gruger | wishlist | trail | activity #107049929 | Nov 1, 2026 @ 5:58pm Nov 1, 2026 |
| JohngqRjHK | wishlist | region | activity #106975030 | Oct 31, 2026 @ 6:29pm Oct 31, 2026 |
| gruger | wishlist | trail | activity #106905201 | Oct 31, 2026 @ 12:57am Oct 31, 2026 |
| Taking5 | add | report | activity #106897193 | Oct 30, 2026 @ 6:03pm Oct 30, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| trail | This track gets better and better every week🤘 | Aug 15, 2026 @ 12:35am Aug 15, 2026 | ||
| trail | Discontinued trail. Club no longer maintains... | Jul 7, 2026 @ 11:50pm Jul 7, 2026 | ||
| trail | Trail is closed. It is no longer maintained,... | Jul 7, 2026 @ 11:49pm Jul 7, 2026 | ||
| trail | Awesome ride, if you like a tech climb on a... | Jul 5, 2026 @ 10:57pm Jul 5, 2026 | ||
| trail | 50% walking your bike. Definitely not a... | Apr 2, 2026 @ 9:12pm Apr 2, 2026 |
Local Badges
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Epic Ride Climb 2k62 awarded -
Climbing 10k Badge50 awarded -
Climbing 100k Badge3 awarded -
Epic Ride Descent 2k65 awarded -
Descent 10k Badge49 awarded -
Descent 100k Badge4 awarded
Bike & Skill Parks
| name | type | city | rating |
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| North Canterbury BMX Track | skill park | Rangiora |
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
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| Mountain Bike | 47 | 69 miles | 11,473 ft | 27 miles | 4,452 ft | #1,348 | #30 | 208 | 506 | 3 | 8,797 | |
| E-Bike | 36 | 16 miles | 3,399 ft | 7 miles | 3,914 ft | #2,521 | #39 | 450 | 2 | 1,049 | ||
| Gravel Bike | 15 | 12 miles | 1,184 ft | 5 miles | 814 ft | #1,513 | #38 | 51 | 1 | 71 | ||
| Adaptive Bike | 6 | 5 miles | 367 ft | 2 miles | 791 ft | #1,728 | #36 | 98 | ||||
| Horse | 1 | 6 miles | 489 ft | 1 mile | 2,448 ft | 22 | ||||||
| Hike | 23 | 65 miles | 9,108 ft | 23 miles | 4,583 ft | #981 | #17 | 2 | 416 | 507 | ||
| Trail Running | 23 | 65 miles | 9,108 ft | 23 miles | 4,583 ft | #2,286 | #31 | 1 | 416 | 328 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Rangiora?
Rangiora has 1 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Rangiora?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Rangiora are:
- Jack and Jill (4.3/5)
- Rally Sprint (4.3/5)
- Sam's Downhill (4.3/5)
- Bypass II (4.3/5)
- Pig Route (4.3/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Rangiora?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Rangiora are:
- October (168 activities)
- February (163 activities)
- April (162 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Rangiora?
There are 4 parking locations listed in Rangiora. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
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What is the longest trail in Rangiora?
The longest trail in Rangiora is Wharfedale Track at 15.7 km. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Rangiora?
The best hiking trails in Rangiora are:
- Northbrook Wetlands Track
- Matawai Park Track
- Mike Kean Walkway
- Tarapiroe Walkway
- Ashley Gorge Loop Track
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Rangiora?
The best trail running trails in Rangiora are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Rangiora?
Rangiora has a total of 56 trails. Of those, 47 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Rangiora to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Rangiora?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Rangiora is Mt Oxford Track with 1,125 m of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Rangiora?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Rangiora is Mt Oxford Track with 882 m of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Rangiora?
Rangiora supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What bike services are there in Rangiora?
The following bike services are available in Rangiora:
- Trail Association (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Rangiora?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Rangiora is Fosters Ridge Track with an average grade of 9.8%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Rangiora?
Yes, there are 2 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Rangiora. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
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Are there any trails with waterfalls in Rangiora?
Yes, there are 1 waterfall locations noted along trails in Rangiora. View the points of interest map to discover trails near waterfalls.
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Are the trails open in Rangiora?
The overall region status for Rangiora is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 56 trails:
- Clear / Green: 8
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 4
- Significant Issue / Amber: 2
- Closed: 42
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Can I ride an ebike in Rangiora?
Yes, Rangiora supports e-bike riding. There are 45 trails in Rangiora that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What type of bike is most common in Rangiora?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Rangiora are:
- AM (88 activities)
- DH (1 activities)
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What is the highest summit in Rangiora?
The highest summit in Rangiora is Black Rock at 1,704 m elevation.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Rangiora?
The most popular Strava segments in Rangiora are:
- South Bend (4,194 athletes)
- Passchendaele SE: Mill to Bridge (4,100 athletes)
- beach road - down (2,067 athletes)
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What are some popular technical trail features in Rangiora?
There are 1 technical trail features (TTFs) in Rangiora. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in Rangiora.
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What trails are closed in Rangiora?
There are currently 42 closed trails in Rangiora. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
- Clear / Green: 8
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 4
- Significant Issue / Amber: 2
- Closed: 42
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Rangiora?
Yes, there are 10 accessible/adaptive trails in Rangiora. View all adaptive trails in Rangiora for specific accessibility information.
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Are there local clubs or events in Rangiora?
There are 1 local clubs or associations listed in the Rangiora directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Rangiora?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Rangiora are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Rangiora?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Rangiora are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Rangiora.
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