Cavalcade 2026
Trail Options
Veterinary Centre - Mick O'Callaghan Trail - Searching for Gold Around the Maniototo
7 Days (or 2.5 half-week)
Moderate to Challenging (6 hours average riding time up to 8 hours approx)
Meeting Location:
Kyeburn area. Sunday –Shortlands Sation – Hosts: Crutchley Family
A half-week option for strong, experienced riders. Daily Vehicle Ferrying available
Professional horse hire available through Adventure Horse Treks
(https://adventurehorsetrekking.co.nz/horse-treks/31st-goldfields-heritage-trust-cavalcade-2024/)
Access to exclusive, rarely-opened high-country areas
Options for riders to choose which days they ride or rest alongside advice from Trail
Boss and Wranglers to suit rider and horse
A route shaped by history — both goldfields and Cavalcade history
A celebratory journey honouring Dave McAtamney, Jim Hore and the communities who built this trail
