Trail status
Keep up to date with the latest news and information about the trail, including maintenance, closures and detours. Planning makes the adventure more fun!
April 2026
Temporary alternate road route conditions
Due to severe corrugation exposure and current road conditions, we do not recommend Great Ride trail users use the alternate road route between Ōpua and Kawakawa (via Oromahoe and Whangae Roads) until the scheduled roading maintenance is completed late April, weather permitting.
We’re sharing this information because we care about our trail users and want to help everyone stay safe while enjoying everything our special trail has to offer.
We thank you all for your patience during this time and will let you know as soon as the road conditions are improved.
The Bay of Islands Vintage Railway offers a trip across this section which you can book in advance. If you are not sure how to book the train, or have any other questions please don’t hesitate to reach out to us, we are here to help.
Saturday 19th July 2025
Trail is Open
The trail fully open, and has been cleared of fallen trees from the latest storm. Please be careful as there is still a little debris between Taumārere and Kawakawa.
Thursday 29th May 2025
Whangae Road - Repairs
The Far North District Council is undertaking slip repairs on Whangae Road. This necessary work will result in delays while it is being done. We recommend avoiding this route. Work is due to be completed by June 28th.