The Waimate Trail - Te Waimatemate Ara
A shared-use trail for walkers, runners and cyclists
Our goal is to develop a 67km loop trail that links existing track networks between Studholme, Kelcey’s and Gunn’s Bush via Mt Studholme at the top of the Hunters Hills and through the old Waimate Branch Railway to Waihao Forks.
It will be a world-class visitor experience that celebrates the significant culture and heritage of the area, and take in some of the most varied and spectacular scenery in South Canterbury.
We’ve completed the detailed design stage of the trail - it’s going to be a game-changer for recreation and visitor attraction to our region.
“The trail will pass through native forest, stunning limestone rock formations, tussock tops, river flats and valleys. ”
Social and economic benefits
The community benefits in creating the trail are numerous and include:
Direct economic contribution to the region through increased visitor numbers.
Local employment.
Future options to link with the Alps2Ocean trail and other trails in the Canterbury and Otago regions.
Building on the East Coast’s reputation as a cycle trail network.
A spectacular walk and cycle trail for all ages and abilities.
A place for family, friends and groups to adventure and explore the outdoors.
A fun way to improve health and wellbeing.
A space that connects to our local Māori and European heritage.
Learn more
To learn more about the project, the trail and how you can help our community by contributing to its construction, download the brochures below.
Fundraising brochure - reduced version of the full document - PDF 859KB
Fundraising document - contains full information on the trail, the project, and trail and sponsorship benefits - PDF 1.3MB
MAKE A DONATION
Walk it. Bike it. Love it. Support it!
Please support the development of the trail by donating today.
As a registered charity we rely upon funding and donations to build The Waimate Trail.
You can donate any amount online by pressing the button below or donate directly into our bank account and save us the 5.7% credit card fee.
Every dollar counts!
Bank Account Name: Pro-Ject Waimate Inc
Bank Account No: 02-0892-0079980-000
If you, or your business, want to donate over $5000, download the Donation and Sponsorship Information brochure and learn more about the benefits of trail sponsorship.
Get in touch
For further information or to get a copy of the full sponsorship document, please contact:
Jo Sutherland - phone 022 088 7730, or send an email.
W2G Office - phone 020 421 0206, or send an email.