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For a memorable Rail Trail experience, we ask you to take note of the following…
What to take…
- Clothing for all seasons. Whatever the day is like when you start out on the trail, it can suddenly change -– warm to chilly, cold to scorching hot.
- Rain is rare, though carrying waterproof clothing is a sensible precaution.
- It can get windy on the Rail Trail, so it’s advisable to bring windproof garments with you.
- Water is scarce and dehydration from Central Otago’s hot and dry climate can be severe. Take 1.5 to 2.5 litres of bottled water per person per day. Replenish with commercially bottled water available at businesses and communities along the Rail Trail.
- Remember to carry toilet paper and only use trailside toilets. And please respect that pub and café toilets are for patrons only.
What to do…
- Always wear your crash helmet when cycling on the trail.
- Put on plenty of sunscreen and remember to reapply regularly.
- Move left when approaching other Rail Trail users and give way to horses on bridges. If you’re on horseback, please keep to the centre of the track to minimise the disturbance to the Rail Trail surface.
- When cycling in strong, often gusty winds in open areas, such as high embankments, it can be wise to dismount and walk at the centre of the track.
- Farm animals you may think are in distress please leave well alone – especially during lambing.
- Whatever you do, please don’t herd animals grazing on the Rail Trail into nearby paddocks.
- If you’re a group and plan to stop for refreshments and food, please phone ahead to let the pub or café of your choice know you’re on your way. This gives them time to prepare and deliver Southern hospitality.
- Please do not risk causing offence by eating any food you have brought onto the Rail Trail while in cafés or on pub premises, including garden bar areas. Except for winter months, the Rail Trail is well serviced with prepared food outlets.
- With children be watchful where the Rail Trail crosses highways; stop and check for road traffic.
- The upright concrete pipes at the entrance to bridges are not rubbish bins. They were once filled with water to douse fires caused by sparks from steam engines. There aren’t any rubbish bins on the Rail Trail – please take your refuse with you.
A rule or two…
- Firearms and fires are not permitted on the Rail Trail nor are motorbikes or motor vehicles.
- Dogs are allowed only between Clyde and Alexandra – on a leash.
And finally…
- Cyclists should plan on making about 10 kilometres per hour as the surface is rougher than a sealed highway. On foot, five kilometres in an hour is a comfortable walking pace.
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