Explore the Best of Ranfurly and Central Otago

Snow-capped mountains at sunset with a grassy plain in the foreground.

Ranfurly sits at the heart of the Maniototo Plain, surrounded by wide skies, golden hills, and good-natured locals.

From cycling the Otago Central Rail Trail to trout fishing in the Taieri River, there’s plenty here to fill your days - or to do absolutely nothing at all.

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Cycle the Otago Central Rail Trail

The Rail Trail passes right through Ranfurly, making Trout ’n’ Trail B&B a perfect stop for cyclists.

Bring your own bikes or hire them in town, and enjoy one of New Zealand’s most scenic rides.

Flat, safe, and family-friendly, it’s the ideal way to experience Central Otago’s open landscapes and small-town hospitality.

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Go Trout Fishing in the Taieri River

Just minutes from your door, the Taieri River offers some of the best trout fishing in the South Island.

Brown trout are plentiful, and the quiet Maniototo backdrops make every cast unforgettable.

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Discover Ranfurly’s Art Deco Charm.

Ranfurly is known for its Art Deco architecture, best seen around the Centennial Milk Bar and the old Post Office.

Pop into the Maniototo Early Settlers Museum to step back through local history, or simply wander the streets with a coffee in hand.

Don’t miss the Maniototo Café for lunch or home-baked treats.

Historic red-brick building with white accents, labeled 'Post Office', located on a street corner with a vintage red phone booth, wagon wheels, and a lamp post in front, under a clear blue sky.

Visit Naseby and Beyond

A short drive north takes you to Naseby, home to New Zealand’s only indoor curling rink, forest walks, and clear-sky stargazing at the Naseby Dark Sky Community.

The region also offers golf, horse treks, hunting, and 4WD tours - everything Central Otago is famous for.