French Pass Cycle Tour

This was a stunning weekend overnight cycle trip exploring a few backroads out near Bulwer and French Pass. Easily accessible from Nelson, little traffic, excellent views and some good campsite options, this is a popular area to explore by bike. It is possible to connect south on the MTB 'Archer' track to Penzance then onto a nice road circuit back via Okiwi Bay or you can continue on the rough Nydia track to Havelock.

Setting off from Elaine Bay
Setting off from Elaine Bay
Detouring out around Admiralty bay and back
Detouring out around Admiralty bay and back
The tidal surges at French Pass
The tidal surges at French Pass
Kina
Kina
Of course we didn't expect to need tail lights!
Of course we didn't expect to need tail lights!
Finishing with hot coffee and bikkies!
Finishing with hot coffee and bikkies!

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