More than just bikes.
Film & Commercial Shoots at Bike Glendhu
Your next shoot location: epic backdrops, versatile access, total flexibility.
Searching for the ultimate South Island location for your next commercial, product launch or brand shoot? Look no further than Bike Glendhu – a privately-owned mountain bike park just 10 minutes’ from Wanaka, with uninterrupted access to some of New Zealand’s most breathtaking views.
From the dramatic Motatapu and Matukituki Valleys to sweeping Lake Wanaka, Glendhu Bay, Roy’s Peak and the wider Southern Alps, Bike Glendhu offers and changing canvas that suits a wide range of industries and creative needs.
Whether you’re shooting consumer goods, fashion, vehicles or something entirely unexpected, this is the backdrop that brings your vision to life.
Signature Shoot Locations
Lower Mountain
Easily accessible and ideal for larger crews or multiple setups, Bike Glendhu’s Lower Mountain features golden farmland, forest pockets and wide open spaces. Great for vehicle shoots, product staging or basecamp setups with plenty of room to move.
Matukituki Valley Viewpoints
Take in the vast alpine landscapes and braided rivers of the Matukituki Valley from the backside of Bike Glendhu. These elevated vistas feature Treble Cone directly across the valley and the entrance to Mt. Aspiring National Park, framed by Fog Peak, Mt. Eostre, the Buchanan Peaks and glaciers. These iconic Southern Alps views create a cinematic backdrop ideal for fashion, luxury goods, automotive or outdoor product storytelling. Sunrise or golden hour – you choose. You have to see it to believe the lighting here.
Motatapu Valley Lookouts
Think rugged ridgelines and timeless South NZ terrain. With views deep into the Motatapu Valley – including out towards the Fern Burn in one direction and Mahu Whenua in the other – this is the zone for striking contrast, warm afternoon light and premium cinematic content.
Summit Zone
Accessible via Can-Am, 4WD and helicopter, Bike Glendhu’s Summit (colloquially known as “Falcon’s Nest”) offers 360-degree views across the Southerns Alps, Lake Wanaka and Mt. Aspiring National Park. A truly jaw-dropping zone for hero shots – anything needing max wow-factor. We strongly recommend sunrise shoots on the Summit, the sun coming up over Roy’s Peak is truly magical.
Why Shoot At Bike Glendhu?
Diverse natural settings
Forested gullies, golden tussock ridges, flowing trails, rugged terrain, epic sunrises and panoramic mountain views – all within one site.
Strategic location
Only 10 minutes’ drive from Wanaka, 1 hour from Queenstown. Helicopter access available on request.
Full access and flexibility
Use our Bike Glendhu van shuttle to access Lower Mountain locations and our Can-Am off-road vehicles for Upper Mountain. In most cases, you can also use your own 4WD vehicles for crew and gear transport to key shoot locations. We’ll help you reach the spots others can’t – and we can close bike trails to the public if you require exclusive access.
Additionally, shoots at Bike Glendhu usually do not require formal resource consenting.
Perfect for a range of productions
Trusted by brands across a range of industries, we can be the backdrop for everything from dirt-flicking 4WD campaigns to dreamy high-fashion editorial shots.
Catering and facilities
We offer in-house catering from our on-site cafe, or can coordinate outsourced options to suit your shoot style and budget. Wifi, bathrooms and shelter available at Base 334.
Shoot-friendly
We’re a production-savvy team who knows how to work with crews, accommodate moving parts and support your creative goals.
Location Gallery
Check out our latest press and media to the right. If you’re keen to come to Bike Glendhu to shoot or cover an aspect of our story, scroll down to complete our Media Enquiry form.
Latest Press
Flow’s Top Trails in Queenstown NZ | Flow MTB | November 2025
Flowing From Dream to Reality | Spoke Magazine | January 2024
Video: “Revolutions” Showcases New Zealand’s Stunning Landscapes | Pinkbike | June 2023
Video: The Resurrection of The Midpoint Jump Jam | Pinkbike | November 2022
Bike Glendhu Jump Jam Kicks Off This Weekend | Crux | November 2022
A Weekend In Wanaka | Kia Ora | October 2022
Watch: Queenstown & Wanaka | Trail Towns | July 2022
Behind The Scenes: Pinkbike Destination Showcase | Southern Lakes Helibike | January 2021
Destination Showcase: Wanaka, New Zealand | Pinkbike | January 2021
Casey Brown Rides Wanaka: Bike Glendhu | Lake Wanaka Tourism | September 2020
Bike Glendhu – Wanaka’s Newsest Riding Destination | NZ Mountain Biker | August 2020
Build It And They Will Come | Spoke Magazine | December 2019
Bike Glendhu: A New Mountain Bike Park For Wanaka | Scope Media | March 2019
Shoot Enquiry Form
A couple of notes:
If you need our help on the safety management or transport side of things, there may be an associated cost. This is to offset our emissions and contribute to our Planting Promise – consider this your contribution to keeping this place preserved for generations to come!
Please provide a shoot schedule when you have one and an SMP if you are providing your own safety.
Location fees may apply.
Bike Glendhu Reiews
Here’s what our riders say
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FAQs
When did Bike Glendhu open? Who owns this place?
Bike Glendhu is the brainchild of two Johns who love bikes, and we opened in January 2020 (amazing timing is how we roll). You can read more about our story here.
Definitely, the best thing to come out of 2020!
Is the park family-friendly?
Totally. We’ve got a cafe, sandpit, mini pump track, and balance bikes (with helmets) for the groms hanging out at Base 334.
The green trails see lots of beginner riders, including kids on Shotgun Seats with mum and dad. We’ve got a skills area and trails for all shapes and sizes, so everyone can have an adventure.
What are your hours of operation?
Open hours vary across the year depending on light and weather, you can find our opening hours here for the season.
We close during winter when it is too wet and icy to ride. We are typically closed from June-September, but this always depends on the weather.
We close during the odd day when the weather makes riding trails too dangerous. But we endeavor to share this information on as many channels as possible when it happens.
We are closed on Christmas Day.
What facilities does Bike Glendhu have?
When you get to Bike Glendhu you will arrive at Base 334, which houses Tickets & Retail, Rentals & Workshop and plus Velo Cafe & Beer Garden. We also have your standard facilities (toilets, parking lots, etc.)
We have a bike wash, ample car parking, kids pump track, play area and sandpit.
Can I stay at Glendhu Bay?
Yes!
Glendhu Station (the land that Bike Glendhu is built on) rents out their epic homestead. Big enough for two families and a two minute pedal to the Bike Glendhu Base building? Sounds good to me! Book here.
On the lakefront you will find Hampshire Holiday Park – Glendhu Bay, which has various accommodation options.
And of course, there are many options back in Wānaka.
Can I walk the trails at Glendhu Station?
The trails at Bike Glendhu are for bikers only, but Glendhu Bay and Wānaka are full of amazing walking trails. Find out more here.
Are there transport options?
Currently, you need to make your own way to Bike Glendhu. If you have your own bike and are hardcore, you can ride the 17km around the Millennium Trail to the park. Alternatively, give Wānaka Bike Tours a buzz! They run a return shuttle from Wānaka.
How do I get to Bike Glendhu?
Bike Glendhu is located at 42 Motatapu Road, 10 minutess around the lake from Wānaka, you can find a map and directions here.