Queenstown Trails

04/10/2026

We're proud to share that Queenstown Trails has been named a finalist for the Sport & Recreation Award, sponsored by Deloitte, at the Spirit of the Wakatipu 2026 Awards.

This year's theme is "This Is Us", and honestly, that sums up our trails perfectly.

They're built, cared for and loved by this community: our amazing partners, supporters, contractors, volunteers, and every one of you who gets out there riding, walking, running and exploring.

A huge thank you to those who nominated us. 🙌

30/09/2026

28/09/2026

An update on the Wharehuanui Trail, big thanks to M3 for their great work! 🤝

10/09/2026

We're proud to be partnering with Queenstown Trails to support the continued development of the region's world-class trail network.

Together, we'll help promote active travel, support community wellbeing and create more opportunities for people to experience the Whakatipu by bike or on foot.

We look forward to seeing this partnership make a lasting impact across the region.

🔗To find out more information, visit the link here: www.queenstownairport.co.nz/corporate/news-media/media-releases/queenstown-trails-partnership/

📸 Left: Queenstown Trails Trust Chief Executive Mark Williams. Right: Queenstown Airport Chief Executive Officer Shane O'Hare. Ara Jay Media

09/09/2026

Sign up your team for the Queenstown Trails Trust Charity Golf Day, Friday 2 October at Jacks Point Golf Course. ⛳️

10am sh***un start, Ambrose format, teams of four - with food and drink on course, canapés to finish, and a live auction hosted by New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty.

Every dollar raised goes straight to the Queenstown Trails Trust - keeping the trails our community love in great shape. 🚴‍♂️💨

Teams are $1,850. Hole sponsorship is $2,500 with team entry included - a good way to get your business in front of the field while backing the trails.

To enter a team or sponsor a hole, email [email protected].

With thanks to our partners: New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty, Canyon Brewing QT, Jacks Point, Amisfield and Glendhu. 🙏

08/09/2026

🌧️ An update on trail conditions following the recent storms.

As water levels have dropped, the extent of the damage across Queenstown’s trails is becoming clearer. There’s a lot of work ahead, and our teams are continuing to assess the damage and plan the repairs needed to get our trails back to their best.

A huge thank you to Queenstown Lakes District Council, Department of Conservation and Ngā Haerenga Great Rides of New Zealand for their support as we work through the damage. And to Mahu Whenua Open Space Covenants and QEII National Trust for their continued support across the Backcountry trail network.

🤝 Want to help with the repair efforts? If you’re able to contribute, donations to Queenstown Trails help support the work needed to repair and restore our trails: https://queenstowntrails.org.nz/get-involved/become-a-trail-lover/

We’ll continue to share updates as more information becomes available and if you spot any issues use Snap, Send and Solve: https://www.qldc.govt.nz/do-it-online/contact-us-fix-it

Thank you for your patience and support. 💚

05/09/2026

Good things happen when projects are combined 🌱

Flood remediation works - thanks to Kep at Dirt Design - created an opportunity for Tucker Beach Residents Society and Department of Conservation to develop Neil Simpson's (Wakatipu Reforestation Trust) vision for a wetlands restoration at Tucker Beach.

With thanks to Mana Tāhuna for the prep and organising plants and Will Hodgeson at TBRS, for making this a great collaborative project beside the Shotover Gorge Trail at Tucker Beach.

Proof that when trails, community and conservation join forces, everyone wins. 🙌