Cannon Point Walkway
Zigzag through the hills north of Upper Hutt to the historic Birchville Dam.
200m highest point
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The Wainuiomata Connector Ride links up the start and end points of the Remutaka Cycle Trail, creating a full-loop adventure. It passes through valleys, forests, coastlines, and rivers. It offers plenty of opportunities for side trips and places to stop. The on-road riding surface is good and you can ride it at any time of year.
Remutaka Cycle Trail is typically ridden clockwise. Most riders choose to begin the Wainuiomata Connector Ride from the Wild Coast Section and finish up at the Hutt River Trail section in Petone. It features a short but steep climb up Wainuiomata Hill (rising 90 metres over 1.7 kilometres) and a few short rises along Wainuiomata’s Coast Road. The roads and passing traffic on the Coast Road section make this trail suitable for riders with a good fitness level and road sense. 80% of the route is on sealed roads and cycleways so a touring bike is good for this trail.
Wainuiomata Connector Ride is a Heartland Ride and part of the Ngā Haerenga New Zealand Cycle Trail network of trails.
Zigzag through the hills north of Upper Hutt to the historic Birchville Dam.
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Pack a picnic and enjoy a relaxing stroll to a historic lower dam and picturesque wetland.
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The Remutaka Cycle Trail is one of the Ngā Haerenga Great Rides of New Zealand. It promises spectacular natural beauty and unforgettable experiences. It can be split into shorter half-day sections. This allows riders of different abilities to enjoy this trail.