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Motu Cycle Trails

From Nine To Noon 9 July 2012

The latest offering in the NZ Cycle Trails network – the Motu Trails, in the Bay of Plenty, which opened a couple of months ago. There are three interconnecting trails that take a rider between Opotiki on the coast and Matawai in the Raukumara Range.

Newly opened Pakowhai suspension bridge over the Otara River, Opotiki.

Rail cruising near Mamaku.

Family fun along the Dunes Trail beside the sea.

Driftwood and sunshine on the Dunes Trail

Spectacular native forest surrounds the rider on the Motu Road.

An unexpected bonus: horses being broken in on a farm in Rahui, on the Motu Road.

The Motu Road passes through remote farmland near Toatoa.

Dual thrills of speed and forest splendour on the Pakihi Trail.

Opotiki District Councillor Mike Houghton, one of those instrumental in creating the Motu Cycle Trails.

A well-formed track makes the Pakihi Trail a comfortable ride,

Swing bridge over the Pakihi River.

Negotiating a rockfall beside the Pakihi River.

The track is cut into the river bank in places.

Dripping mosses and small waterfalls add to the charm of the Pakihi Trail.

End of a perfect day--Whale Island on the horizon, seen from Opotiki.

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