Two cyclists beside tussock and reflective water on the Around the Mountains Cycle Trail in the Von Valley.

South IslandSouthland · Otago

Around the Mountains Cycle Trail

A route through the Von Valley, Mavora Lakes and Southland towns, travelling around the Eyre Mountains between Walter Peak and Kingston.

186 kmfull cycle trail
Walter Peak to Kingston

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The trail

Walter Peak to Kingston

The trail combines mountain and lake views with rural country through Mossburn, Lumsden, Athol and Garston. The Walter Peak connection from Queenstown is by boat across Lake Wakatipu.

Before you go

  • The remote Walter Peak to Mavora Lakes and Mavora Lakes to Centre Hill sections are Grade 3 and include gravel-road riding.
  • Fords in the Von Valley can become impassable after heavy rain. Check current conditions.

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Check official trail information

Map reference

Kingston village

This point shows the trail area. Use the official trail information to plan your starting point.

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