Shotover Gorge Trail

The Shotover Gorge Trail is a spectacular 5.5km journey along the Lower Shotover Gorge, passing through the historic Hugo Tunnel and crossing the impressive Kimi-ākau Bridge.

This trail is a loop track from Arrowtown and is bike and e-bike friendly.

To begin this epic adventure from the end of the Wharehuanui Trail outside Gantleys Tavern, take the Arthurs Point Link Trail towards Queenstown until the trailhead for the Shotover Gorge Trail appears on the left. A gentle descent through Sycamore forest meanders above the Shotover/Kimi-ākau river above Big Beach towards the lower gorge.

Length: 5.5km
Duration: 1-1.5 hours
Grade: Moderate/Advanced

Biking Dog-friendly Family-friendly Half Day