Where to Cycle in Palmerston North

Cycle and BMX Tracks throughout Palmerston North

Cycling in Palmerston North is anchored by He Ara Kotahi (a 7.1 km sealed pathway from the city across the suspension bridge to Massey University), the Manawatū River Pathway (a 10 km sealed loop along both river banks), and the bigger network of urban shared paths that connect them into the wider city. For mountain biking, the Arapuke Forest Park trail network in the Tararua foothills offers a large cluster of graded MTB tracks for intermediate-to-advanced riders.

The flat river-corridor routes suit all levels and ages, with no road crossings on the main loops; Arapuke is for more experienced riders with helmet and back-up essential. Connecting routes link to Feilding and the wider Manawatū region for longer rides. The tracks below cover the sealed urban routes plus the off-road MTB options.

Browse all cycling tracks in Palmerston North below:

Where to Cycle in Palmerston North

He Ara Kotahi Pathway: 7.1km Sealed Walk and Cycle With Suspension Bridge

Manawatū Cycleway: 115km Scenic Ride From Mangaweka to Foxton Beach

Manawatū River Pathway: 10km Sealed Loop Along Both River Banks

Vautier Park BMX Track Palmerston North: Pump Track and BMX Loop

Himatangi Beach Cycling: Coastal Riding 40 Minutes West of Palmerston North

Arapuke Forest Park Mountain Biking: 50km+ Trails for All Skill Levels

Fitzherbert Avenue Cycling Palmerston North: Central City Urban Cycle Lane

Scenic Cycling in the Manawatū: Rural Routes Beyond Palmerston North

Victoria Esplanade Cycling: Riverside Loop Through Palmerston North’s Iconic Gardens

Tōtara Reserve Regional Park: 340ha Native Forest in the Pohangina Valley

Tararua Range Cycling: Foothills and Saddle Road Routes Near Palmerston North