June – August 2026 · Pureora Forest
Winter
Magic
The trail to yourself. The forest at its finest.
June – August 2026 · Pureora Forest
The trail to yourself. The forest at its finest.
Why winter?
Winter on the Timber Trail is something the crowds never see. Crisp mornings, mist drifting through ancient podocarp forest, the trail quiet underfoot — just you, the birds, and one of New Zealand's most spectacular wilderness rides stretching through the heart of Pureora.
Come back each evening to a warm lodge, a proper meal, and the kind of stillness that only comes when you've genuinely earned it.
Bike · Hike · Run
One of New Zealand's iconic Great Rides — 80km of wide, smooth, well-graded forestry singletrack. Cross 35 suspension bridges, ride through ancient forest, and let the trail do what trails do best.
Best over two days · approx. 40km per day · Pureora to Ongarue · Shuttle & e-bike hire available
Winter is when serious trail runners find their way here. Fewer people, cooler temperatures, smooth well-graded singletrack fast underfoot — 80km point-to-point over two days.
80km point-to-point · 35 suspension bridges · Smooth singletrack · Shuttle logistics available
Our new walking packages open the forest up at your own pace. The Piropiro & Maramataha Suspension Bridge Walk, the Rātā Track, and ancient Pureora Forest are yours to explore.
Suspension Bridge Walk · Rātā Track · Pureora Forest · Bird watching · Transport included
Book your winter escape and save 20% on lodge accommodation. Fewer crowds, cooler temps, the trail to yourself.
All meals, e-bike hire and shuttle options available to add on. Groups welcome.
Valid June · July · August 2026
Book Now →Winter moments to look forward to
Celebrate the Māori New Year in the heart of the forest. Stargazing in the ancient Pureora canopy, shared stories around the fire, and a special hāngī dining experience that honours the land and the season. Open from 9 July — celebrate on 10 July.
Book NowThe longest night of the year deserves something special. Join us for a festive winter escape — cosy lodge vibes, a touch of Christmas magic, and great food shared with great people deep in the New Zealand wilderness.
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