The forecast isn’t looking too flash for this long weekend. If you’re planning to venture out on the Waikato River Trails, please take care and stay safe.
If the weather isn’t on your side, it might be a great opportunity to enjoy something indoors instead.
Enjoy your long weekend - the Trails will be ready for your next adventure once the weather clears!
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𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗟 𝗦𝗔𝗙𝗘𝗧𝗬 𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘: Due to the recent weather we have been experiencing, the water levels along the Waikato River Trails are currently high, with some areas experiencing flooding.
If you do come across water on the trail, please take care and don’t make assumptions about the depth of water.
We also ask all trail users to be extra cautious at the moment, and to let us know if you spot any damage. Including the nearest KM marker really helps our team respond quickly.
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𝟭𝟲/𝟬𝟭/𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲: 𝗞𝗔𝗥𝗔𝗣𝗜𝗥𝗢 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗟 𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘 – 𝗡𝗢𝗪 𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗡
Great news! the Karapiro section of the Trail is now fully open, with the retaining wall work now completed.
Thank you to everyone for your patience while this important maintenance was carried out. We hope you enjoy being back on the Trail🤩
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𝗥𝗘𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗥: 𝗞𝗔𝗥𝗔𝗣𝗜𝗥𝗢 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗟 𝗖𝗟𝗢𝗦𝗨𝗥𝗘
A reminder that the Karapiro section of the Trail (between Powerhouse Road & Little Waipa Reserve) will 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄, 𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟲 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 for completion of remaining construction work.
This closure is expected to last at least one week, depending on site and weather conditions. Please plan your visit accordingly, and thank you for your patience while we finish this important work.
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🌞With the summer holidays underway, it’s a great time to be out enjoying the Waikato River Trails. If you come across anything along the way that needs attention, we’d really appreciate you letting us know😀
A photo (if possible) to let us know what and where, including the nearest KM marker when you message or post - it helps us locate the spot and respond quickly.
Enjoy the holidays🤩
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𝟮𝟮/𝟭𝟮/𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 - 𝗨𝗣𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗟 𝗖𝗟𝗢𝗦𝗨𝗥𝗘: 𝗞𝗔𝗥𝗔𝗣𝗜𝗥𝗢
Please be aware that the Karapiro section of the Trail (between Powerhouse Road and Little Waipa Reserve) will 𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟲 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 to allow our contractor to complete the remaining work.
The closure is expected to be in place for at least one week, depending on site and weather conditions. Further updates will be shared as the work progresses.
Thanks for your understanding as we complete this important maintenance.
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Huge thanks to those who let us know about the trees down on the Whakamaru section - because of you, this has now been sorted.
If you’re out on the Trails over these summer holidays and notice anything else that needs attention, please let us know.
A photo (if possible) and the nearest km marker really help our team respond faster.
Send us a message, or email us - every detail helps keep the Trails in great shape!
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𝟭𝟱/𝟭𝟮/𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 - 𝗞𝗔𝗥𝗔𝗣𝗜𝗥𝗢 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗟 𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘
The Karapiro section of the Trail between Powerhouse Road and Little Waipa Reserve will 𝗿𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 (𝟭𝟲𝘁𝗵 𝗗𝗲𝗰).
Please take extra care when using this section, as the surface may be soft while recent work continues to settle.
𝘕𝘰𝘵𝘦: 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘴𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘯𝘦𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘤𝘭𝘰𝘴𝘦 𝘢𝘨𝘢𝘪𝘯 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘕𝘦𝘸 𝘠𝘦𝘢𝘳 𝘴𝘰 𝘳𝘦𝘮𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘶𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘣𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘦𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘴𝘢𝘧𝘦𝘭𝘺. 𝘍𝘶𝘳𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘶𝘱𝘥𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘣𝘦 𝘴𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘥 𝘤𝘭𝘰𝘴𝘦𝘳 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦.
Thank you for your patience.
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Out and about on the Waikato River Trails this Waitangi Weekend?
If you’re planning a ride, walk, or run along the trails, make sure to stop in and grab a coffee, bite to eat, or something refreshing at one of these local spots:
Ata's Bar & Eatery – Mangakino
Café open 8.30am – 2.30pm | Lakefront cart open 9am – 3pm
Mangakino Club – Mangakino
Dinner available | Bookings essential – call or text Kevin: 021 217 4980
Rhubarb Cafe – Arapuni
Open 8am – 4pm | No surcharge
The Dam Village Bakery & Café – Whakamaru
Open right through the long weekend
Plan your pit stops, enjoy a break, and support local while you explore the trails!
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Now that Christmas is done and the summer break is in full swing, if you’re planning your next great trails adventure, don’t forget to download the Great Rides App!
This is your go-to guide for all 23 Great Rides on Ngā Haerenga Great Rides of New Zealand Cycle Trails.
Whether you’re heading out on the Waikato River Trails or exploring another trail these holidays, the app has everything you need:
🗺️ Offline maps >📍 GPS tracking >🚻 Points of interest >✅ Trail tips & safety info
📲 Available on Apple and Android — and it’s totally free.
#news @greatridesapp
✨𝗠𝗲𝗿𝗿𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀 & 𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿! ✨
From all of us at Waikato River Trails, thank you for being part of our Trail community. We wish you a safe, relaxing, and adventure filled summer, and we look forward to welcoming you back on the Trails in the New Year.
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🌞𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗦𝗮𝘆 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿!🌞 We’re continuing to gather feedback to help guide the future of the Waikato River Trails - and we would love to hear from you.
Whether you enjoy the Trails on foot, by bike, or for a peaceful moment in nature, your response helps us keep the Trails maintained, accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
You may wonder why take the survey? Your feedback:
👉Supports future planning
👉Helps us secure essential funding
👉Ensures the Trails reflect what our community values most.
Every response counts! Plus all surveys completed by 31 December 2025 go in the draw to win a $100 Nothing Naughty e-voucher!
👉www.getsmartglobal.com/waikatorivertrails to share your thoughts!
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𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗖𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘀 & 𝗘𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 – 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀!
Planning your Trail adventure? Don’t forget to check out these local spots and their festive opening hours:
🌞Ata's Bar & Eatery, Mangakino: Closed 25–26 Dec, mobile cafe back 27 Dec at the Lakefront.
🌞Mangakino Club: Closed 25, 26 Dec & 1 Jan, open Wed–Sun over summer!
🌞Rhubarb Cafe , Arapuni: Closed from 4pm 21 Dec, reopening 7 Jan at 8 am, summer hours Wed–Sun
🌞The Dam Village Bakery Cafe, Whakamaru: Closed 25 Dec & 1 Jan, open 5 am–5 pm all other days
Check their Facebook pages for specials and updates and don't forget to stop by and enjoy a yummy treat on your summer Trail adventure!
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🌞🎄𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀/𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗲𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗻𝗼𝘄! 🎄🌞
Catch up on everything happening along the Waikato River Trails this holiday season! Inside this edition you’ll find:
✨ Latest trail updates
✨ Christmas & summer hours from our trail partners
✨ Great summer specials and deals
✨ Our Trail survey link - complete it by 31st December and go in the draw to win a $100 voucher from Nothing Naughty!
It’s the perfect way to stay in the loop as you plan your summer adventures.
📩 Check your inbox, or click the link below to read the full eNewsletter!
email.rocketspark.co.nz/t/r-DA7258DA16204E542540EF23F30FEDED
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The Taniwha is your chance to explore the Waikato River Trails!
Early Bird pricing ends midnight 31 January 😊
#event🌿 Explore the Waikato River Trails!
Twisting rivers, native bush, and trails that challenge and inspire.
Early Bird Ends Midnight Jan 31
21st February is just around the corner!Spots are limited and going fast 🤩 get in behind the Tokoroa High School Fun Run / Walk and enter now!
And check out that 🏅
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Try the Trails – this Auckland Anniversary Weekend (24–26 Jan)
Ever thought about riding one of the Waikato or Hauraki Trails but not sure where to start? 𝗧𝗿𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀 with Riverside Adventures - Waikato is all about relaxed, achievable rides that help you experience some of the North Island’s great cycling trails.
Join rides on sections of:
✔️ Waikato River Trail
✔️ Te Awa River Ride
✔️ Hauraki Rail Trail
Perfect for beginners, casual riders, or anyone keen to give these trails a go, all while supporting local communities and businesses along the way.
👉 Bookings are essential so check out the details below and get amongst it this coming long weekend!
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If The Taniwha 2026 is on your list, now’s the time to lock it in.
Early Bird pricing closes 31 January, so don’t miss the chance to secure your spot at the best price.
Run it. Walk it. Ride it (or why not both?). eBike it - take on the trails your way.
Start the year with something to look forward to🤩
#event
www.thetaniwha.co.nz
Wind your way through native bush, exotic forest, historic landmarks, open reserves, geological formations, boardwalks over wetlands, and stunning single track - taking in expansive lake and river vie...
The Taniwha is whatever adventure you want it to be!
Early Bird entries are open - lock in your spot for 2026 and get ready to take on the trails your way!
#eventRun it. Walk it. Ride it. eBike it. The Taniwha is whatever adventure you want it to be.
#TheTaniwha #WaikatoRiverTrails #TotalSportNZ
🤩Christmas is nearly here… and so is 2026!
If you’re already thinking about next year’s adventures, now’s a great time to plan something epic.
Early Bird pricing for The Taniwha 2026 is on, so why not give yourself (or someone else!) the gift of a challenge?
Run, walk, ride, or a bit of both and take on the duathlon — there’s something for everyone.
Lock it in, and make next year’s goals feel that much closer.
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Entries for The Taniwha 2026 are open! 🙌
Super Early Bird has finished, but Early Bird pricing is now available and the perfect chance to lock in your spot.
Whether you’re keen to run, walk, ride, or mix it up with a duathlon, there’s a challenge for every level.
May 23rd - lock it in and get ready to take on the trails in 2026!
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