Roxburgh Gorge Trail Gap: The Journey
Discover how Southern Lakes Trails went about working with the landowners, government agencies and the Roxburgh Gorge Trail Trust to finally get the gap closed for the Roxburgh Gorge Trail.
Building the Journey
The existing Roxburgh Gorge Trail features a 12km jet boat ride and some challenging terrain for users. Creating a trail for this ‘gap’ is the purpose of the Roxburgh Gorge Gap completion.
Trail solutions have been implemented, while construction has started on elements of this trail, commencing in 2025.
Photo Credit: Geoff Marks
Wilderness Experience for All
The Roxburgh Gorge Trail is one of New Zealand’s most visually spectacular day rides. Stretching between Alexandra and Lake Roxburgh Hydro Dam, the trail follows the Clutha Mata-Au River past eroded bluffs and old gold workings set amidst willows, native shrubs and fragrant thyme.
You can currently cycle or walk from Alexandra to Doctors Point and then back again, or start from Lake Roxburgh Dam and head upstream to Shingle Creek and return. Additionally, you can catch the boat transfer between Doctors Point and Shingle Creek.
Photo Credit: Geoff Marks
Breathtaking Location
Open all year round, the trail is a well-formed 2.5 metre wide gravel surface with some climbs. It will take up to four or five hours to complete, depending on how you choose to experience it.
The trail’s proximity to the Otago Central Rail Trail and the Clutha Gold Trail will also ensure that visitors to the area will have the opportunity to experience even more of Central Otago’s unique scenery.
Photo Credit: Geoff Marks
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“A truly unique experience. Riding along the rock overhangs with incredible lake views was unforgettable. The quality of the trail makes it easy to stop, take it all in, and really appreciate the environment.”
“Fantastic trail with amazing scenery from start to finish. The views, the bridges, and the sense of remoteness made it feel really special. Well worth the effort.”
“Absolutely stunning trail. The scenery around every bend is spectacular, and the boardwalks and clip-on bridges are a real highlight. One of the best cycle trails I’ve ridden in New Zealand.”
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