About us
With thanks to our supporters.
The Coastal Trail is a project managed and lead by Matakana Coast Trail Trust, a group of of highly skilled, committed volunteers that are passionate about making this project a reality.
The trust collaborates with local landowners and local government and central government agencies to facilitate the planning, fundraising and building of this world class cycling and recreation trail.
We are a Registered Charitable Trust.
Our vision
The forests, beaches and oceans that stretch from Pūhoi to Mangawhai connect this landscape together as one.
Every step of the trail seeks out moments to connect with the values, tupuna (ancestors) and spirit of the natural world of forests, coasts and ocean that keeps a watching presence over this special place.
Our vision is to create a world class recreation and adventure trail that sustainably connects our coastal communities in the presence of the ocean Te Moananui-ā-Toi (the Hauraki Gulf). From Puhoi in the south, via the Matakana Coast to Mangawhai in the north.
Our purpose
Our purpose is to establish a trail Network from Pūhoi to Mangawhai
Our vision is to create a world class recreation and adventure trail connecting communities from Pūhoi in the south, spanning the Matakana Coast region to Mangawhai in the north.
A trail that offers walking, cycling, mountain biking and horse-riding paths for residents, visitors and tourists.
We will establish routes that reveal breathtaking natural features; waterways, beaches, parks, native bush, places of interest and communities.
The trail will become part of New Zealand’s National Cycle Network of trails and paths and is being created to encourage healthy lifestyles and tourism.
The Matakana Coast Trail Trust advocates for the regions trail groups and engages with Auckland Council, government and various stakeholders to establish trail access, raise funds and promote trail projects. We promote a cohesive community led effort to increase awareness of the regions needs and collectively address them.
The Matakana Coast Trail Trust will promote stronger business performance and will effectively dovetail with broader tourism and economic development strategies in the greater Auckland and Northland regions.
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