Ride the 34km Roxburgh Gorge Trail by premium eBike, linking Clyde to Roxburgh with a scenic Clutha jet-boat crossing. Expect rolling gravel, gold-mining relics, and a finale at New Zealand’s Roxburgh Hydro Dam.
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You kick off in the sun-bleached streets of Cromwell, coffee in hand, and soon the eBike hums as the Clutha Mata-au pushes past—its current daring you to keep pace.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
6–8 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness—comfortable with 34km of mixed gravel and short climbs; prior biking experience required.
Wildlife
History
The Clyde-to-Roxburgh corridor bears goldrush-era relics from 19th-century miners and later hydro engineering that reshaped the Clutha’s flow.
Conservation
Stay on the marked trail to protect fragile schist slopes and native regenerating shrubland; pack out all waste and avoid disturbing birdlife near river margins.
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Start early to avoid wind
Central Otago afternoons can be windy; an early start gives smoother riding and calmer river cruises.
Manage battery usage
Use pedal assist on climbs and switch to economy on flats—34km with rolling grades can tax an eBike battery if used on max power.
Secure loose items for the jet boat
Spray and speed on the Clutha can soak bags; use panniers and waterproof covers or leave valuables in the shuttle vehicle.
Footwear and traction
Gravel sections reward grippy, closed-toe cycling shoes rather than street sneakers.
Helmet (supplied but bring your own if preferred)
Protects against falls on gravel and during river boarding/unboarding.
Hydration pack or 2–3L water bottles
Dry Central Otago air and hours of riding require regular fluid intake.
summer
Light waterproof jacket
Shore spray from the jet boat and sudden winds make a breathable shell useful.
spring
Pannier or waterproof dry bag
Keeps clothes and electronics dry during the jet-boat segment and in case of light rain.