Photo: Richard Briggs
Ngā Haerenga New Zealand Cycle Trails offers many journeys throughout the country.
From rides that will take your breath away, to easy trails for first-timers, best-kept secrets and more, we put together a detailed list of 14 rides that are sure to please.
Missed Friday’s feature? Maps reveal where conservation land could be sold off after government reforms, film documents 100 days exploring new rivers in Fiordland, new track to Asbestos Cottage now open and more in last week’s The World Outdoors.
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This week in tramping history
First tramping club formed
3 July 1919
New Zealand’s first tramping club was formed on 3 July 1919. Tararua Tramping Club was founded in Wellington by parliamentarian Willie Field and businessman Fred Vosseler. Both were later immortalised in the naming of huts. The pair advertised a meeting that was attended by 21 people, and a committee was formed. The aims of the new club were to promote the Southern Crossing, the preservation of flora and fauna, the expansion of existing huts and tracks and the stimulation of winter sports.
Current Issue - July/August 2026
Shine a light on Cape Brett - Northland’s best weekend walk, discover winter magic in the high country, embark on a loop of Rakiura’s untamed south-west, six mapped trip reports, gear guides and dozens more articles!
Photo of the week 📸
This week's photo comes from Simon White and it’s also one of this month’s Walk1200km #microchallenges: ‘light up your next walk.’
Walk at least 3.3km in the dark and share an atmospheric photo from your nocturnal wander. Our favourite picture will win a $100 breakfast hamper from Yum!
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