Cavalcade 2026
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The Gav Hogg Riding Trail - Kakanui Highlanders

7 Days

Challenging

Meeting Location:

Asheridge Station, Cochrane Road (4.5km from Cattle Creek)

Highland Games theme, Optional vehicle transport available

Griffin Equestrian Clover Leaf Trail

6 Days

Moderate-Challenging

Meeting Location:

Shag Valley Station

Two base camps (Shag Valley & Tiroiti), Can take rest day without being left behind, Loop rides out and back

Blackhawk Saddlery Goldrush to Middlemarch

7 Days

Challenging

Meeting Location:

Kuriheka Station

Optional vehicle transport available

Moira's Meander to Middlemarch - Walking Trail (30 Years Anniversary)

4 Days

Moderate rolling country with the odd steep section

Meeting Location:

Middlemarch

Celebrating 30 years of walking trails!

The Family Friendly 3.5 Day Cloverleaf Trail

3.5 Days

Easy-Moderate

Meeting Location:

Makarara Station

Family friendly, Low alcohol consumption, One camp at Makarara Station

Middlemarch Mountain Bike Odyssey

6 Days

Moderate-Challenging (1000m+ climbs some days)

Meeting Location:

Middlemarch Bowling Club

E-bike friendly with charging generator, NOT a race - focus on scenery/food/camaraderie, Rentals available, Based from Middlemarch

Double Time March in March to Middlemarch - Running Trail

6 Days

Moderate (more undulating than steep)

Meeting Location:

Middlemarch

NOT a race - recreational multi-day experience, More undulating than last year's trail

Roamin' Rock and Pillar - Tramping Trail

6 Days

Challenging - for fit, experienced trampers

Meeting Location:

Middlemarch

Independent trail - NO backup vehicle, Self-catering,

Tussock Creek Light Wagons and Riders

7 Days

Moderate

Meeting Location:

Near Moeraki

Limited backup trail,

Heavy Hooves and Wheels

7 Days

Easy Rolling

Meeting Location:

Macraes Flat, East Otago

Oceana Gold Mine visit (largest in NZ), Historical battery site, Self-contained catering, Individual horse penning

Veterinary Centre - Mick O'Callaghan Trail - Searching for Gold Around the Maniototo

7 Days (or 2.5 half-week)

Serious/Challenging (7-8 hours daily)

Meeting Location:

Kyeburn area

Half-week option for serious riders only, Professional horse hire through Adventure Horse Treks : https://adventurehorsetrekking.co.nz/horse-treks/31st-goldfields-heritage-trust-cavalcade-2024/

Cavalcade 2026 Trail Options

The Gav Hogg Riding Trail - Kakanui Highlanders

Griffin Equestrian Clover Leaf Trail

Blackhawk Saddlery Goldrush to Middlemarch

Moira's Meander to Middlemarch - Walking Trail (30 Years Anniversary)

The Family Friendly 3.5 Day Cloverleaf Trail

Middlemarch Mountain Bike Odyssey

Double Time March in March to Middlemarch - Running Trail

Roamin' Rock and Pillar - Tramping Trail

Tussock Creek Light Wagons and Riders

Heavy Hooves and Wheels

Veterinary Centre - Mick O'Callaghan Trail - Searching for Gold Around the Maniototo

Cavalcade 2026
Trail Options