Explore the Timber Trail through New Zealand's native forest and unwind at Camp Epic between rides. Book the combined camping-and-shuttle experience, accommodation alone, or a shuttle-only option. Mountain bikes and e-bikes are not included; rental is available separately.
- Ride old bush tramlines and purpose-built single track through the backcountry
- Settle into a twin or family canvas tent, or bring your own tent for a campsite stay
- Wake up to an included breakfast with either overnight accommodation option
What's Included
- Combined Timber Trail option: one night at Camp Epic, breakfast, Ongarue-to-Pureora shuttle and luggage transfers
- Accommodation-only option: one night at Camp Epic and breakfast; transport excluded
- Shuttle-only options: transport from Ongarue to Pureora or Piropiro, depending on the option
- Bedding and towels for canvas-tent stays
Important details
- All ages are welcome. For overnight stays, children aged 13+ use adult tickets, and ages 0–2 stay free.
- Cycling requires basic riding skills, intermediate fitness and the endurance to ride at least 40 km. The full trail is 82 km and graded easy to intermediate, Grades 2–3.
- The combined cycling-and-camping option is not permitted for anyone with serious medical conditions.
- The trail is in remote backcountry with no escape routes and little or no cellphone coverage along most of the route.
- Camp Epic is self-catered apart from the included breakfast. Bring your own food for other meals.
- For a tent-site stay, bring your own tent, sleeping setup, bedding and towels. Camper vans and caravans are not accommodated.
- Infants must share a bed with parents or sleep in a portable cot.
- For shuttle departures, arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled time to organize your gear and load luggage and bikes.
- Camp check-in is from 14:00; check out by 10:00.