Dunes Trail
Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
Out-and-back trail in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand. Road & touring bike.
- Distance
- 13.7 mi (22.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 295 ft (90 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 20 min
- High point
- 69 ft (21 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Beach: Hikuwai Beach 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from start
- Campsite: Tirhohonga Beach Motor Camp 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from start
- Shelter 11.4 mi (18.4 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Dunes Trail
How long is Dunes Trail?
Dunes Trail is 13.7 mi (22.1 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 20 min. It climbs 295 ft (90 m) in total, up to a high point of 69 ft (21 m).
How hard is Dunes Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Dunes Trail?
Parking at the start.
Are there water and toilets on Dunes Trail?
Water at the trailhead only: carry enough. Toilets: Trailhead, 3.7 mi (5.9 km).
Is Dunes Trail shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on Dunes Trail?
Best for Road & touring bike.
Where can you eat near Dunes Trail?
Slims Bar, 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Four Square, 0.6 mi (1 km).
Is this a good week for Dunes Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap