Otago Central Rail Trail - Trip notes - App
Our Otago Central Rail Trail Trip Notes App is now available – free to use and packed with helpful tools to guide your ride.
Whether you’re cycling the entire trail or enjoying a short day trip, this app is designed to help you plan, stay informed, and ride with confidence.
Key Features
- Free for Everyone
No Shebikeshebikes booking required — the app is open to all trail users. - Install on Any Device
Works on Android and Apple phones, with offline access once installed. You can also view it in a web browser. - Trail Notices
Stay updated with relevant notices for your travel period. We’re actively preloading seasonal alerts. - Trip Notes Section
Find critical on-the-ground info, such as:- Where to get water
- Toilet locations (and whether they’re long drops)
- How long is the next section
- What services you’ll find in the town
- Activities and features along the way
- A handy distance calculator
- Optional Trail Maps
While the trail is well signposted, maps help you plan ahead and visualize each section. - Weather Forecasts
Includes:- Standard MetService regional forecasts
- Detailed local maps from YR.NO for microclimate accuracy
- What to Wear
Tips to help you pack and plan for our region’s conditions. - Help Section
Step-by-step guide on:- Changing a flat tire (including E-Bike tips)
- Emergency Info + Location Support
Includes:- Contact info for emergency services, doctors, and pharmacies
- Details on hypothermia and hyperthermia risks if the weather is leaning towards cold or hot.
- GPS location information (if your phone supports it) and a link out to WhatThreeWords
Important Notes
This is a free informational app. While we work to keep it accurate and updated, technical support is not provided. A full disclaimer is available within the app.
Enjoy the Ride
We hope the Trip Notes App helps make your Otago Central Rail Trail journey even better. Have a great ride!
