# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Grand Opening - Coastal Connection Stage One
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 13 Feb, 2026 at 03:00 am – Fri, 13 Feb, 2026 at 04:00 am
- **Event Description**: It’s happening. In February we are opening the Coastal Connection - Stage One and you’re invited!

The Coastal Connection is a walking and cycling trail that will run from Dunedin City's northernmost town of Waikouaiti, all the way to Port Chalmers, connecting to the harbour cycleway and linking the coastal communities in-between. 

Stage One is the section between Waitati and Mopanui Rd, close to Orokonui Ecosanctuary, a 4.3km track climbing 300m elevation and giving stunning views of the Blueskin Bay, coastline and surrounding hills.Join us for the Grand Opening of our stunning new 4.3km trail. Mayor Sophie Barker will be cutting the ribbon.

?️ Friday 13 February 
⏰ 1:00pm 

How to get there

Everyone is encouraged to walk or ride the 4.3km to the top of the trail, where the opening will be held. Allow 1 hour for walking or 20 minutes for riding up. It is an easy Grade Two trail. After the opening it's all downhill back to the start! 

Please park on Doctor's Point Rd and enter the start of the trail there Below is a map on how to get there. Make sure to arrive on time, as we keep a tight timeline. 

Here is a link to a visual map: https://postimg.cc/2qRBdmvk

Please note that parking at the top of the trail is extremely limited and needed for VIP access only on the day.

Also, we had a few people keen to try the new track, we understand the excitement, but PLEASE NOTE that this trail is NOT open yet and is still an active work site. Please respect this and stay away until it’s opened.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/port-chalmers/grand-opening-coastal-connection-stage-one/200029393153129
- **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, sports, cycling
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Port Chalmers
- **state**: OT
- **country**: New Zealand
- **location**: Doctors Point Rd, Waitati 9085, New Zealand
- **lat**: -45.74366
- **long**: 170.58923
- **full address**: Doctors Point Rd, Waitati 9085, New Zealand, 119 Doctors Point Rd, Waitati 9085, New Zealand, Port Chalmers

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Grand Opening - Coastal Connection Stage One
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/b0efd853d54c92a317359ffe8cbfd31ca997611789023eb34556244194a0929a-rimg-w1200-h677-dcd8c2a9-gmir?v=1770571034

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Grand Opening - Coastal Connection Stage One being held?
  - **A:** Grand Opening - Coastal Connection Stage One takes place on Fri, 13 Feb, 2026 at 03:00 am to Fri, 13 Feb, 2026 at 04:00 am at Doctors Point Rd, Waitati 9085, New Zealand, 119 Doctors Point Rd, Waitati 9085, New Zealand, Port Chalmers.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Grand Opening - Coastal Connection Stage One?
  - **A:** Grand Opening - Coastal Connection Stage One is organized by Dunedin Tracks and Trails.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Grand Opening - Coastal Connection Stage One is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Port Chalmers, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Grand Opening - Coastal Connection Stage One sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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