Trail Notices and Grades
We use the standard grading system for the New Zealand Cycle Trail to communicate what level of fitness/ skill is needed to ride each trail.
Dogs are not allowed on several sections of the Tasman's Great Taste Trail, including Spooners Tunnel and Rabbit Island. Read Tasman District Council's bylaw on dogs and other animals on Tasman's Great Taste Trail here.
Trail Grades and Safety
Our trails have been graded according to the trail grade standards set out by NZ Cycle Trails. You can read them here.
We recommend riders are fit and well prepared and we encourage you to know your limits and choose a trail that's suitable for all the riders in your group. Also be aware that there are areas on the trails where there is no cellphone reception. You may want to carry a Personal Locator Beacon in these areas. Check network coverage here.
We recommend you check the weather before starting the trail. Check it here.
Tasman's Great Taste Trail - 90% OPEN - Update 29 May - Note Spooners Tunnel is currently closed for repairs & forestry operations. Pokororo Bridge to Ngatimoti - now open!
Tasman's Great Taste Trail Status Update - see trail map
90% of the Trail is OPEN! Including Pokororo Bridge to Ngatimoti!
Spooners Tunnel Closed - From Monday 25 May for 4-5 weeks while:We’ve worked hard to coordinate these activities to minimise the overall closure period. We apologise for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding while these important improvements are completed
❌ Remaining Sections CLOSED Until Further Notice:
- Wakefield to Hoult Valley Road - Detour via 88 Valley Road refer to map below
- Wai-iti Reserve to Quail Valley Road - Detour options below
DETOURS & Alternative transport options.
Shuttle services are available between Wakefield and Quail Valley Road - contact one of the local cycle tour operators.
For those who prefer cycling, there are two on-road detour options (note, both options are on road where traffic may travel at 100km/hr):
- (Purple route below - recommended) From Wakefield, follow Eighty Eight Valley Road. This option is using back roads with lower traffic volume and has signage showing the way. Please note there is no food or water options on this detour.
- (Red route below - not recommended) as this is on State Highway 6 with - heavy vehicles travelling at 100km/hr.
