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What a wonderful trail for A cycle ride. Ever aspect of the ride was pleasant and enjoyable. This ride vastly differs from the Central Otago Rail Trail because of the dense beauty and nature of the Wild West Coast. It is much more exhilarating and certainly more exciting. Day two ride from Kumara to Cowboys Paradise was probably the nicest days cycling I have ever completed with a bit of everything. Many I’m sure will recall a guy called Paul stepping out on the trail in the middle of nowhere in Wild West bush with “a cup of tea” at “travellers rest”. This wonderful gesture typified the wonderful west coast spirit at almost every avenue. At this point, we must advise WCWT cyclists to beware of Cowboys Paradise. This place is to be avoided and certainly staying there with its stripper poles and bad attitude is not doing advised. This place is not doing the WCWT any favours. Ensure you read the reviews on Cowboys Paradise as it is the only blight on a wonderful few days of west coast hospitality. …
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Date of experience: December 2020
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We really enjoyed this trail. The surface was great, signage very good and the scenery - well "amazing" will have to do. Highlights for us included; i) the friendliness and professionalism of the Hokitika Kiwi Journeys people - Donna and Scottie Baird. ii) Make sure you stay at least one night at WC Scenic Waterways with Cindy and Gavin - you will not regret it. We stayed two nights and wanted more. Also, make sure you do the boat trip down the waterways with Gavin - truely surprising and enjoyable. It is an easy ride that is very popular for the older set!!…
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Date of experience: January 2021
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We cycled the loop to Mahinapua Lake from Hokitika, but can’t wait to go back and do the rest. I’d highly recommend Glory Days Cycles for hiring bikes. Absolutely brilliant!
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Date of experience: January 2021
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The Trail is well built and the cycling days are not too long. The scenery is spectacular and the overnight stops are in great locations. It's easy to organise a shuttle to and from the Milltown Gate to stay in Hokitika and recommend you take this option.
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Date of experience: November 2020
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Great ride an easy Grade 2 good surface- gravel fantastic scenery well worth the ride especially the section by the water race
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Date of experience: October 2020
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