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How long is the Waikato River Trail and how many sections does it have?


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The full Waikato River Trail is just over 100 kilometres long, and it’s split into five distinct sections: Karapiro, Arapuni, Waipapa, Maraetai and Whakamaru. Each section varies in length and terrain, making it easy to tailor your journey to your ability and time frame. Some people ride the whole trail over 2–3 days, while others enjoy just one or two sections as a day ride or scenic walk. The sections are well signposted and connect to key access points, making logistics relatively simple.

Waikato River Trails

The Waikato River Trail is a 100 km journey along New Zealand’s longest river, combining bush, farmland and lakes as part of the official NZ Cycle Trail network.

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