Thank you for a great season, summer 21/22 is now closed.
There’s no better feeling than taking a deep breath, dropping in, and feeling your heart pumping as you find your flow… lapping all day till there’s nothing left in the tank. We’re right there with you – so we’ve got lift-accessed downhill mountain bike trails for all levels of riders, and our experienced bike instructors can help you get in the zone.
Check out our summer trail map to see all our bike trails at Cardrona, and our daily Dirt Report for current weather and facility updates.
Follow Cardrona Bike Park on Facebook and Instagram to find out about trail conditions, upcoming events and more!
Read our latest Covid-19 information here.
Lift passes for a summer’s day on Cardrona’s extensive mountain bike trail network come in many different options. Whether you’re here for a whole day, a half-day, a late-night Friday or the season, there’s a pass for every member of your family. During summer, kids 5 and under ride FREE!
Late Summer Season Pass on sale now! Ride until Closing Day on April 3 for just $199.
Mountain bike rental at Cardrona also includes free full-face helmet and knee/elbow pad rental. As our on-mountain rental fleet is limited, we highly recommend pre-booking rental bikes by calling us on 03 443 8880 or visiting our Wānaka town office at 50 Cardrona Valley Road.
Our full-suspension all mountain bikes are great for those who want to explore the mountain on all our trails. This year's all mountain bikes are the Trek Remedy 8 model.
Please choose your bike size by your height below.
For dedicated downhill riders (or those who want to try them out), we have Trek Session 8 bikes at Cardrona this summer.
Please choose your bike size by your height below.
We have Norco Fluid 24” full suspension bikes for kids aged 8yrs+.
ONE SIZE
125 -145cm
This package includes a full day lift pass and full day bike rental. Our rental fleet consists of Trek Remedy 8 and Session 8 models. Please book your bike rental in advance.
$20
$20
$30
$15
$15
Insurance is optional but recommended so you aren't liable for any damage you may cause to your rental bike.
Cardrona's certified bike instructors are here to help you get the most out of your day in NZ's highest bike park. We also offer a trail guide option for intermediate and above riders who haven't been to Cardrona before. This $60 1-hour session is more about a mountain orientation; getting the inside scoop on trail conditions and getting to know entries, exits and spots to watch out for around NZ's highest bike park.
We recommend booking all bike school lessons in advance.
Choose from one of the following 2-hour coaching programme options:
1. FUNDAMENTALS
Our instructors will introduce you to the fundamentals of body position, braking, cornering, lift riding and trail selection to set you up for a fun day on the mountain.
2. FLOW - Berms and turns
This course is great for those who want to explore the ins and outs of cornering. We’ll review the fundamentals then put them to practice on our flow trails.
3. ROCKS AND DROPS
This course helps you tackle the rocks and drops in steep terrain, in the steeper terrain of our technical trails.
4. FLY - Pumping and jumping
We’ll review the fundamentals then hop right into pumping and progress into getting wheels off the ground with style.
with the perfect backdrop
Start or finish your day (or both) with a trip to the Lounge for barista coffee, snacks, lunch, and an alpine barbecue on late night Friday. With a mountain-full of biking and carting action in front of you, and the Southern Alps behind you, there's no better spot to relax with a cold one and share your stories from your day at Cardrona this summer.