Search Auckland Council's website for park facilities.
If you want to branch out from Woodhill or Riverhead, try some closer to town.
1: Tay St, Arch Hill
Only 5km from the city centre, these 5-year-old trails are good for beginners on training wheels right through to hard core (the section known as "Steep Street"). Check out the
club's Facebook page, for events like the annual Arch Hill spin or Christmas do.
2: Sanders Reserve, Paremoremo
There was a fair bit of controversy when the park opened four years ago that the much-touted mountain bike and horse trails were suitable for neither. But locals don't seem too bothered, and the 41ha are well used. The 22km of trails, including a 500m kids' trail, plus picnic areas, regenerating bush habitat and stunning views across the Upper Waitemata Harbour offer a great day out.
