3. Twizel to Omarama 64km / 39 miles

Departing from Twizel enjoy the sealed road to Ohau Canal below Ben Ohau to join Lake Ohau. The cycle trail around the Lake is stunning and smooth. Be careful not to leave the trail as the local Matagouri is renowned for puncturing tyres! Head up to the side of Lake Ohau to the Lodge for the evening.

Highlights and points of interest:
  • Canal Fishing
  • Kaki/Black Stilt Visitor Hide
  • Loch Cameron (swimming spot)
  • Pukaki & Ohau Canals
  • Lake Ohau Foreshore
  • Ohau Weir
  • Maori Swamp
Overview:
  • Distance: 38km
  • Fitness: Easy
  • Skill: Easy
  • Traffic: Low
  • Grade: 2
Track surface:
  • 1% grass or dirt road
  • 72% sealed road
  • 28% smooth shingle

 VIEW MAP SECTION 3 ALPS 2 OCEAN

Section 3: Twizel to Omarama

Continue on the flowing trail around Lake Ohau, stop at Lake Middleton for morning Tea, you then ride over the highest point of the trail, the gentle gradient gains you 350m in height and gives amazing vistas over the Mackenzie basin, after a fresh picnic lunch, cruise downhill through the golden fields to finish in Omarama.

The Hot Tubs are the key to relaxing any sore muscles.

Tonight we will eat at The local cafe.

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