Te Awa River Ride Map

The 65km Te Awa River Ride is one of the most scenic cycling and walking trails in New Zealand.

Its unique concrete surface (the longest concrete trail in the country in fact!) and at three metres wide is accessible to a huge range of users and abilities!

Winding between the towns of Ngaruawahia, Hamilton, Tamahere, Cambridge and through to Lake Karapiro, the multipurpose trail allows for a comfortable multi-day ride, or it can be ridden in manageable sections each day.

From lake and river to waterfalls, along bridges and elevated boardwalks, Te Awa showcases parts of the Waikato that have never before been seen.

There is some stunning scenery you will discover, along with plenty of places to eat, drink and stay along the way!

Te Awa is a world-class recreation experience for the whole family – and right on our backdoor step.

Download Te Awa Main Map PDF

Trail Closures

Occasionally, some sections of Te Awa may need to be closed - but signed detours will be put in place if possible. See below for any current closures. If you wish to let us know of any issues along the trail, please contact us via the Report It button

Current Closures

Gaslight Theatre to Velodrome section - 400m gravel diversion in place from until March 2025. View the diversion here
An alternative route is in place to access the Horotiu Service Centre. View the route here

Upcoming Closures

17 March 2025 (for approx. 3 weeks) - a short section of Te Awa around the Fairfield Bridge in Hamilton will be closed due to works on a bridge. Signage will be in place at both ends of the detour and the path will be reopened during the weekends. View the detour here