Alexandra to Chatto Creek Distance: 17 km
- Leaving Alexandra, the Rail Trail crosses State Highway 85 to the Manuherikia Bridge No. 3.
- Next highlight is Galloway Straight where part of the railway station building remains. This makes a popular stopping and meeting point for cyclists and support vehicles.
- At the end of the straight is the first of the Rail Trail’s red painted Line Gangers’ Sheds. Inside each is a large information panel about the local area.
- Keep an eye out for colourful lupines flowering over the spring and summer seasons.
- Next up, the trail goes over the impressive 120 metres long and 14 metres high Manuherikia No. 2 Bridge. From the bridge you can try spotting trout or on a hot summer’s day, take a dip in the river.
- Leaving the Manuherikia River you now follow the sublime Chatto Creek. Willows line the stream to the left and depending on the season, you will see and smell thyme spread amongst schist rock formations on the right.
- Chatto Creek Tavern will draw you in with their fine food and friendly service.
Manuherikia Bridge No. 3
On the outskirts of town you will cycle over the Manuherikia Bridge No. 3.
Galloway Station
Galloway is a popular stopping and meeting point for cyclists and support vehicles.
Historic Galloway Pastoral Run Buildings
Galloway Station Homestead and Oubuildings date from the early 1860s, the earliest period of settlement in Central Otago. The Homestead, Stable, Chaff House and Men's Quarters are constructed from local stone and show considerable technical accomplishment in the stonework. This is privately owned but you can view it from the road side. Approximately 200 meters off the trail.
Manuherikia Bridge No.2
Manuherikia Bridge No.2 is 120 metres long and 14 metres high. From the bridge you can watch trout or on a hot summer’s day swim in the river.
