This awe-inspiring cycle trail encompasses rural townships, rolling farmland, show stopping valleys, pristine rivers and lakes, and alpine vistas.
Northern Southland is a beautiful contrast of green, rolling farmland, majestic snow-capped mountains, and tussock clad high country.
Lumsden (Ōreti) is the area’s main hub and a major junction, with roads to traveller’s destinations departing on all four points of the compass. An hour south is Invercargill, an hour north lies Queenstown, to the south-east you’ll find Gore, and the north-west road leads to Te Anau, Manapouri and Milford Sound.
Both the Oreti River and the upper section of the Mataura River run through Northern Southland, offering some of the best dry fly fishing in the world. Further recreational opportunities are provided by some of the best cycling trails and mountain bike tracks in New Zealand, which offer visitors an exciting way to tour around some of the various small towns and unique landscapes in the district. As well as biking, there are also trails in the area that cater for tramping, horse riding, and 4-wheel driving - and plenty of scenic picnic and camping spots for those less adventurous wilderness seekers!
Highlights
Highlights
In the heart of Lumsden, the hub of Northern Southland, you will find our modern 1950's themed Americana Cafe with a Kiwiana touch!
Suitable for self-guided walkers, runners, mountain bikers and all types of adventure seekers, our trail gets you off of the beaten track and away from the crowds.
Showcasing various social history objects from Waikaia, including material relative to high country farming, gold mining and Chinese settlement.
Self-contained and self-catered boutique accommodation in an historic house - the perfect country getaway.
Lumsden is Northern Southland’s main hub and a major travellers junction, providing access to Invercargill, Queenstown, Fiordland, and Gore.
A large riverside clearing in Waikaia forest, Piano Flat is a classic kiwi camp ground and a natural playground for a number of recreational pursuits.
Newly refurbished accommodation, with 8 queen bedrooms and ensuite bathrooms for fishermen, cyclists and travellers alike.
A rural cafe, bar, art gallery and farmyard, located on a popular tourist route half-way between Queenstown, Invercargill and Milford Sound.
Nokomai Station, a high country farming property and rural retreat nestled in the real depths of New Zealand.
