Last Updated: 28th May 2025
He Ara Kotahi - Bridge to Linton
Palmerston North, Manawatu - Wanganui
Submitted by Kate Southern
Last Updated: 28th May 2025
Open
Grunt Factor: 9 ?
Gnarl Factor: 10 ?
11.7km
85m
85m
44m
Last Updated: 28th May 2025
Palmerston North, Manawatu - Wanganui
Submitted by Kate Southern
Last Updated: 28th May 2025
Open
Grunt Factor: 9 ?
Gnarl Factor: 10 ?
11.7km
85m
85m
44m
Urban
Out and Back
Undulating, small hills only
Dog Friendly
Riverside
Open farmlands
Easy Single Track
Average Uphill Gradient: +1.3%
Average Downhill Gradient: -1.3%
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1:30
Slow
1:10
Moderate
0:50
Fast
A pleasant out and back run or walk to Linton and back along the He Ara Kotahi pathway. Wide limestone pathways shared with cyclists.
There are four other bridges along the path to Linton. He Ara Kotahi is a gem for wildlife enthusiasts – kārearea (New Zealand falcon), pheasants, herons, piwakawaka, tūī, kererū, mallard and paradise ducks, and green tree gecko have all been spotted along the pathway.
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Off-street carparking is available next to the bridge or you may park along Dittmer Drive or Ruha Street
3 km
6 minutes
Yes
No
Easy.
Perfect throughout.
Seam-sealed waterproof jacket, Cellphone
Drinking fountain available at the He Ara Kotahi bridge.
Sections of the path are exposed to winds.
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AP
Excellent run so close to the city. All off road with views of the river along the way.
February 5, 2021
WW
A fantastic asset to the area... great well made trail with enough little hills to keep it interesting.. great for people of all ages
January 17, 2020
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