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

Awatere/Ann St section closed (due to fallen tree) until further notice. Click here for the detour map.
CBD section behind the museum closed (due to construction of new steps to theatre) until early December 2025. Click here for the detour map.
An alternative route is in place to access the Horotiu Service Centre. This is long term while Te Awa Lakes is being developed. View the route here.

Upcoming Closures

Monday 17 November - a short detour will be in place just south of the Hooker Rd entrance while a boardwalk is repaired. Thanks to the Porritt's for allowing users to detour through their property for the day!
Te Awa Lakes are starting some major tree removal and earthworks in the new year. So the section just south of the expressway and old Horotiu Bridges will be closed during that time. Keep an eye out here for specific dates in 2026!