St James Cycle Trail
Canterbury, New Zealand
Point-to-point trail in Canterbury, New Zealand. Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 37.5 mi (60.4 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 4,341 ft (1,323 m)
- Est. Time
- 7 hr 40 min
- High point
- 4,347 ft (1,325 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Campsite 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from start
- Hut: Scotties Hut 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from start
- Shelter: Old Bridge Hut (Historic) 15.4 mi (24.9 km) from start
- Hut: Pool Hut 15.7 mi (25.3 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about St James Cycle Trail
How long is St James Cycle Trail?
St James Cycle Trail is 37.5 mi (60.4 km) long. Most people take about 7 hr 40 min. It climbs 4,341 ft (1,323 m) in total, up to a high point of 4,347 ft (1,325 m).
How hard is St James Cycle Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for St James Cycle Trail?
Parking at the start. Closest lot to the start: St James Homestead car park.
Are there water and toilets on St James Cycle Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: 10.7 mi (17.2 km), 37.5 mi (60.3 km).
Is St James Cycle Trail shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on St James Cycle Trail?
Best for Mountain biking.
Is this a good week for St James Cycle 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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- Peters Pass junction to St James Homestead Canterbury · Moderate · 8.6 mi (13.8 km)
- Peters Valley Track Canterbury · Easy · 5.3 mi (8.6 km)
- St James Cycle Trail Canterbury · Easy · 0.6 mi (1 km)
- Waterfall Link Track Hanmer Conservation Park · Easy · 0.6 mi (0.9 km)
- Waterfall Bypass (St James Cycle Trail) Canterbury · Easy · 2.6 mi (4.2 km)
- Conical Hill Loop Canterbury · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.8 km)
- Nature Trail Walk Canterbury · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.9 km)
- Fir Trail Circuit Canterbury · Easy · 0.6 mi (0.9 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap