Fiordland Trails Trust
"Creating a buzzing outdoor recreational scene around Te Anau & Manapouri."
Formed in September 2007, The Fiordland Trails Trust was established to enable the provision of a high quality interconnected network of trails in and around Fiordland for non-motorised recreational activity.
Lake2Lake Trail – Te Anau to Manapouri
The Lake2Lake trail runs alongside Lake Te Anau and the East side of the Waiau river towards Lake Manapouri.
The total length to Manapouri will be 28km. The first 19km from Te Anau to Balloon Loop and last 4.7km from Manapouri to Supply Bay Road is now open for walkers, runners, cyclists and any other non-motorised transport (e-bikes welcome).
The trail is mostly 2.2-2.5m wide and is rated “Grade 2 Easy”.
The trail can be used in both directions or people can make a loop by returning on Golf Course Road or the Te Anau-Manapouri Highway.
A 41km loop can be created up Mt York Road and along Ramparts Road, past the lookout, returning to town via the Te Anau-Mossburn Highway.
Other Trails in the Area
The Trust has their own strategy which incorporates a recent study of the cycling opportunities in Fiordland, along with a broader list of projects that we hope to undertake in the coming years.
The current priority for the Trust is the Te Anau – Manapouri Lake2Lake Trail.
Visitor Centre to Ivon Wilson Recreation Reserve Walk
Easy walk and Bike Track
This is an easy walk to a pretty urban park in a peaceful setting, with a fishing lake for children and a mountain biking track.
Fiordland Trails Trust – Lake2Lake
Cycle Track
The Lake2Lake trail runs alongside Lake Te Anau and the East side of the Waiau river towards Lake Manapouri.
Te Anau to Te Anau Downs
This is our next project
Still very much in the conception stage, and in the process of applying for grants
Perenuka Mountain Bike Park
Mountain Biking Trails
Just 6km from Te Anau town centre on the corner of Sinclair Road there is a growing single track playground for mountain bikers.
Lake Monowai/Borland Road area
Mountain Bike Trail
If you like to get out there into the wilds, away from the crowds but still amongst stunning Fiordland scenery, then this area has lots of spots for you.
Hollyford Valley
Mountain Bike Gravel Road
The gravel road from the Hollyford Road turnoff to the road end (16 km) is a very scenic road following the Hollyford River.
Facebook feeds
We're getting ready to hit go on a resource consent application for the next stage of the trail network... the proposed new stage of the trail will run from the Upukerora River trail bridge to Sinclair Road (Leg 2 of the Te Anau to Te Anau Downs trail) and to Boundary Creek (Leg 3). Exciting times! We look forward to keeping you updated. In the meantime you can read more here: fiordlandtrails.nz/explore/future-plans/
Great work, thank you team!
Exciting news, well done.
Well done team!
Will DOC let you get to the Downs?. Good luck.
**Fiordland Trails Trust AGM**
👉 Come and hear about the Fiordland Trails Trust’s achievements and aspirations.
👍 5.30pm, Tuesday 30 November 2021 at the Te Anau Club, Pop Andrew Drive, Te Anau
🙋♀️🙋♂️The Trust welcomes expressions of interest for those who may wish to stand for office and join our friendly, passionate team of trustees. Expressions of interest must be received by the secretary by 5pm Friday 19th November 2021 and can be emailed to jocelyn@fiordlandtrails.nz or handed in at reception at the Fiordland Medical Practice, 25 Luxmore Drive , Te Anau. New trustees may bring a variety of skills to the table, including but not limited to experience in construction, engineering, resource consents, business, legal, funding submissions, marketing, IT and governance.
🙋♀️🙋♂️The Trust is also looking for volunteers to help in a variety of ways such as administration, event organisation and weed control. Email Jocelyn if you would like to find out more.
✔ Donations can be made online to: 03-1749-0049791-000, at donation boxes around town or on the evening.
MEET THE TRUSTEES!
The Fiordland Trails Trust is made up of some amazing people who all volunteer their time. Today we meet Alister Burgess.
Joined Fiordland Trails Trust in: I've been a trust member for approximately six years.
Why did you join the Trust?
I was approached by Dr Steven Hoskin, the chairman at the time to join the trust for the maintenance of the trail.
How would you use to describe the Lake 2 Lake trail?
To describe the trail I would say its a great asset to the community.
What do you love about the Lake 2 Lake trail?
Many people enjoy the scenic outlooks and the bush. I love the fact that the community have embraced the trail and are enjoying the walk or ride. I also love the fact I have no trouble getting volunteers to help with the maintenance of the trail eg. spraying of weeds and general maintenance.
What do you love about Fiordland?
What can't you love about Fiordland? The mountains, the lakes and the community. I've hunted and tramped Fiordland for the past 54 years and I hope I can continue to do this for sometime yet.
He spends most of his life there so he should enjoy it 😂😂
Well done Alister Burgess. You are obviously very proud of your achievements however I think there may be a driving force close by. Julie proud of you John Flynn
Looking after and preserving the place you love. Amazing AB.
Amazing trails Alister - we love them!! Thank you for all the love and hard work you and your team put in 👏❤️
Well done mate great to see you getting the appreciation for what you have done for the area
Go dad!!!! 🥰🥰
Well done Alistair 😊
Well done Alister👍
Phil says "Well done. Maybe I can walk some of it you dome day"
Julie Burgess
Good man Birdie!!
too far from home. sounds good.
Good job AB!
Doing something you love priceless.
Nice one😊
Good stuff old neighbour
Awesome 😎❤
Great stuff Ally….
MEET THE TRUSTEES!
The Fiordland Trails Trust is made up of a wonderful group of volunteers who make things happen for our community. Today we meet one of our newest trustees, Marilyn.
Joined Fiordland Trails Trust in: April 2021
Why did you join the Trust?
To be honest because they needed a treasurer, but that aside I was honoured to be asked to become a Trustee as I had held an interest in what the Trails Trust was doing from the first time I rode the wonderful trail.
What three words would you use to describe the Lake 2 Lake trail?
Scenic and peaceful
What do you love about the Lake 2 Lake trail?
I have always enjoyed walking in the bush and now to be able to ride through such beautiful scenery as well is the ultimate.
What do you love about Fiordland?
I have had a long association with Fiordland from childhood boating holidays to the same with my own children. My father was very involved in the Save Manapouri campaign in 1970 and I am so grateful it was saved for us to still enjoy whether on a bike or in a boat. I feel very privileged to be able to spend my retirement in such a beautiful place as Fiordland.
What a great community project. So many people will be able to enjoy beautiful scenic and peaceful Fiordland for years to come.
Nice one Marilyn, you will be a great asset for the trust.
Plan Your Trip
38-40 Town Centre, Te Anau
Ph: +64 3 2498195
Outside Sport Bike Hire
Our team will kit you out with a hire bike to suit and set you on the way with all you need and some valuable local advise.
68 Town Centre, Te Anau
Wild Rides Te Anau
Wild Rides is Te Anau’s local bike shop. Our entire rental fleet is updated every year.
Wild Rides has a little something to suit everyone.
Ebikes, front suspension, kids bikes, kids trailers and much more.
Cnr Oraka St & Milford Highway,
Te Anau,
Phone +64 21 197 4555
Fiordland Outdoors Company
Providing a cycle Trail Bike Taxi on the Lake2Lake trail
7 Mokonui St, Te Anau 9600
Fiordland Bike Hire
Based next to the mini golf on Mokonui St, Te Anau
A Special Thanks to Key Sponsors
Te Anau Community Board
Mararoa – Waimea Ward
