Tracks and Rides

McLeans Forest Ride

Start: The entrance to McLeans Forest is on McLeans Island Road just before Orana Park if you are coming from Christchurch.
Distance: 10.5 km loop, 30 minutes to 1 hour.
Difficulty: Easy – moderate
Ride Description: McLeans Forest is part of the Waimakariri River Regional Park. The loop track travels through pine forest over a fast smooth track with fun corners and rises. Ideal for anyone with a off road bike – it is easy riding. 

Hints and Tips:

• The mountain bike track is one way and in a clockwise direction. If you need to pull out early (or want a shorter ride), Tresillian Rd and Angle Ave can take you to a stop-bank that meets up with the bike track heading back to the car park – directional maps are dotted along the ride.
• If taking children carry snack food and a drink to keep fuelled-up.
• There is a large picnic area and toilets facilities just off the car park.
• It is advisable to stay out of the forest during strong winds as large trees or branches may fall.
• Check the weather board at the start of the track for updated information as parts of the track can be under water after heavy rain, signs advising alternative routes will be displayed.
• Fire is a constant threat so lighting fires is forbidden. If you see smoke or fire anywhere in the park phone 111 immediately.

For more details visit: McLeans Forest – Waimakariri River Regional Park