ABC Routes: Mountain Biking in Bottle Lake Forest Park

Explore the mountain biking trails around Bottle Lake Forest Park. Surrounded by a pine forest, its trails can extend for more than 20 kilometers, yet it is also suitable for beginners with the flat terrain. For those looking for more, the park also has sand hills and a coastal ride.

Difficulty: Easy/Moderate

Distance: 7 km or more

Rental Time: 5 hour/1 day

Key Features: sand dunes, fairy village, mini golf course

Suitable for: E-Mountain Bikes, Mountain Bikes, Full Suspension Mountain Bikes, Kids’ Mountain Bikes

Models Available: Cube Reaction Hybrid, Wattwheels Bighorn, Cube Access, Cube Attention, Trek Fuel Ex 5, Kona Makena (kids’ size)

Some of the most popular trails at Bottle Lake Forest include:

Coastal Ride to Spencer Park: Start from the Waimari Beach Park and head directly north. The path will take you directly to Spencer Beach Holiday Park, which has an assortment of entertainment from a children’s playground to a mini golf course. Stop by the ice cream shop for a refreshment. This route is roughly ten kilometres. 

Family Loop Ride: This seven kilometre ride is a kid-friendly, easily approachable trail that will bring you through the woods of Bottle Lake. Take it slow and enjoy the scenery.