42 Traverse :: This is one of the most popular mountain bike rides in the North Island. It involves brilliant biking on old logging tracks, through remote native bush and an overall descent of 570 m! The 44 km ride, from Kapoors Road [near Whakapapa] to Owhango [30 km north of National Park] takes 3-6 hours. Tongariro River Track :: The river track starts in Turangi and winds it's way back up the Tongariro River. The trail crosses bridges and winds its way through native bush with stunning views of the Tongariro River and Mt Pihanga. This track is suitable for beginners and advanced rides who want a blast. Fishers Track :: Starting in National Park village this ride is one of our personal favourites. A short easy climb leads you to panoramic views of the upper Retaruke valley. From here you descend down though native bush and farm land to the shuttle vehicle. This ride stars on gravel road turning to farm track. The 17km downhill is the fantastic part of this ride. Overall descent is 520 meters in 23 kms. Tree Trunk George :: This popular ride starts out on the desert road and follows an old survey track along the side of the upper Tongariro River. The track comprises of some sealed road some gravel road and good single track. Old lava crags and pristine native bush are the outstanding features on this ride. Popular Activity Locations :: 42 Traverse, Tongariro River Track, Fishers Track, & Tree Trunk George.