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Hauraki Rail Trail

The 136km trail showcases some of the region’s best scenery, and as a Grade 1 cycle trail, it is suitable for all fitness levels and cycling skills. Accessible from Kaiaua, Thames, Paeroa, Te Aroha, Waihi, Waikino and the Karangahake Gorge.

It can can be ridden in comfortable day sections, or as a multi-day journey. With section five currently under construction, the leg from Te Aroha to Matamata will see the trail increase to 173km in length.

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