Overview
Section 2 
The trail continues along a quiet country road that follows the eastern shore of Lake Pukaki, passing the Tekapo B power station [18km]. Riders will enjoy outstanding vistas across Lake Pukaki towards the Southern Alps. A wide range of native plants grow along the lake edge including kowhai and flax, as well as exotic species such as larch and pines.
The off-road trail starts at the bottom of Hayman Road [23km] and follows the Lake Pukaki shoreline. With Aoraki/ Mt Cook as a backdrop, the trail passes over the Pukaki dam, taking you to the car park at Lake Pukaki Visitor Centre [31km]. You then cross the highway and follow the trail across Pukaki Flats – an expansive area of dry grasslands that are characteristic of the Mackenzie landscape. This takes you to the town of Twizel. Take care crossing the State Highway.
Highlights Include
- Lake Pukaki
- Tekapo B Power Station
- Pukaki Dam & Spillway
- Links With Te Araroa Trail
- Pukaki Flats
- Mountain Bike Trails – Pukaki Kettle Holes, Dusky Trail, Twizel River Trail, Baikie Hut, Darts Bush Stream
- Mountains – Benmore Range, Ben Ohau Range
Section Map
![Section 2: Braemar Road to Twizel [42km]](/library/section_maps/braemar%20to%20Twizel%202018.jpg)
