Outside in Aotearoa
What's happening outdoors around New Zealand. Track updates, mountain news and good reasons to get out there.
Wallaby searches run near Lake Ōhau and Quailburn from 5–23 October 2026. Alps 2 Ocean riders should follow warning signs and contractor directions.
Read more... : Lake Ōhau wallaby searches: what Alps 2 Ocean riders need to knowDOC is consulting on ten Tongariro Alpine Crossing guiding applications. Read the proposals and submit feedback by 5 pm on 29 October 2026.
Read more... : Tongariro guiding applications: submissions close 29 OctoberHūnua Traverse’s northern section has weekday forestry closures from 14 September. Check weekend access and southern-section options before riding.
Read more... : Hūnua Traverse: northern section now closed on weekdaysMost of Tasman’s Great Taste Trail is open, but Wakefield-area closures and Quail Valley Road detours affect spring ride planning.
Read more... : Great Taste Trail: Wakefield-area closures to plan around this springHastings District Council is consulting on a new Waimārama beach vehicle proposal. It remains a proposal, with submissions to inform the final decision.
Read more... : Waimārama beach vehicle proposal opens for public feedbackDOC is aiming to introduce Goat Island parking charges in December 2026, with pricing due in October. The fee is not confirmed in the announcement.
Read more... : Goat Island parking charges are planned for DecemberThe track, car park and toilets are closed for repairs. DOC is aiming for the end of November, and visitors entering the worksite are causing delays.
Read more... : Wairere Falls is closed: give the repair work roomDOC plans gates at the first swing bridge. Here is how that differs from the new second bridge, and what to check before a visit.
Read more... : Heading to Hooker Valley? Know which bridge is changing
