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The indoor Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania bike park known as The Wheel Mill will close down next month, owner Harry Geyer announced on Instagram this week.

“It is with great sadness that I have to announce that after nearly eleven years, The Wheel Mill will be closed permanently as of March 18, 2024. It has been my greatest honor to have the opportunity to create a place for everyone to ride and hang out with friends. Challenging (warm) weather and a challenging economy over the last few years has made continuing forward impossible.”

The park opened in 2012 under Geyer and with the direction of experienced ramp builders Mike and Mark Potoczny and quickly turned into a community haven for kids bike camps, BMXers and mountain bikers alike.

“The work and sweat that the builders have put into the park is nothing short of remarkable, and Harry Geyer’s tenacity to keep searching year after year until he found a home is admirable at the very least. What began as a dream during a drive on the Ohio Turnpike became a reality in a warehouse, much to the joy of the Pittsburgh riding community,” wrote Brett Rothmeyer in a 2020 piece on Singletracks.

In another post, The Wheel Mill said they were in a similar position eight years ago and found investors who helped them sustain the operations, but the pandemic ultimately made things more challenging.

“We lost a ton of money (along with so many other businesses) and went way into debt.”

Geyer noted how since the pandemic, operational costs have only increased while revenue has either declined or been stagnant, making it challenging for a business with “razor thin margins” to succeed.

“If you want to know how to save a bike park the answer is: Go visit and pay to ride there. Buy your parts and bikes there. Bring your friends there. On that day where you might not be totally feeling it, make the trip anyway. Buy a membership or season pass. Go to the jams. Tell your friends about it.”

Portland’s Lumberyard indoor bike park closed in 2022 after the pandemic complicated economic factors like rent, labor costs, insurance, taxes and more. The owners also reached out to investors but ultimately could not find a way to continue.

Like the Lumberyard, The Wheel Mill received an outpouring of support from riders.

On Tuesday, Geyer said on Instagram, “Your support has shaken some trees. We’ve been put in contact with a ton of great people and organizations that want to do anything they can to help us keep going. I want you all to know that I haven’t given up and have been working day and night on some legitimate possibilities for keeping the doors open. You know it’s not over til it’s over, and nothing is set in stone yet, but we didn’t get this far just to watch things fall apart without trying our damnedest. So, I guess what I’m trying to say is Thank You, and there is a good spark of hope that we are fanning into a flame(and then we’re going to jump our bikes over it!).”

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Comment period open for Horse Ridge trail plans

Bend, Oregon

The comment period for a proposed 13-mile trail system in Bend, Oregon, has opened. Currently there is over 50 miles of user-created, non-motorized trails traversing the Horse Ridge Recreation Area, but there are no formally designated trails.

The Bureau of Land Management’s Prineville district Deschutes Fied Office is proposing an established trail system and could improve current, user-created trails, close other trails or build new trails.

The BLM says this area is already “well-loved,” according to KTVZ, which may lessen resistance to the project.

A 52-mile trail proposal in Prineville was cancelled last year because of strong opposition by residents in the area.

Comment here on the project.

Timberlands Highland Resort trails open

San Mateo, Rizal, Philippines

The trails at Timberlands Highland Resort bike park officially opened on February 10. The park is open Tuesday through Sunday weekly.

20-mile trail network under consideration

Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania

The Altoona Water Authority is working toward creating a trail network and the city of Hollidaysburg, PA is hosting a public discussion today to get community input. The locaion for the trail system is located near Horseshoe Curve on Authority-managed land.

Oglebay Resort plans 7+ miles of MTB trails

Wheeling, West Virginia

Oglebay Resort is planning to construct at least seven miles of mountain bike trails according to WTOV9. The resort is home to hiking and horseback trails plus an outdoor adventure center.

City plans for big bike skills park improvments

Grand Rapids, Michigan

The City of Grand Rapids is looking at $500,000 in improvements for the Grand Rapids’ Bike Park. A state grant of $300,000 would help cover the costs, and $200,000 would come from the city’s millage, or property taxes levied on the property, according to M Live. Improvements would cover additional parking, a gathering shelter and new trails.

New Trails in North Carolina Coming

Statesville, North Carolina

A mountain in North Carolina, owned by TV news station WBTV, is getting its first public trails thanks to an easement agreement with the news station and the Catawba Lands Conservancy.

The trails, three miles in total, have been designed by Community Trail Design and include a beginner-level loop around the base of the mountain, and a more challenging trail to the summit. Construction isn’t planned until 2026 and slated to cost around $800,000.

New Zealand MTB race moved for fire risk

Picton, New Zealand

The fourth round of the Mountain Bike New Zealand National Cross Country Series 2024 will be held in the Victoria Domain in Picton, rather than the originally slated Blenheim’s Wither Hills Mountain Bike Park because of a fire risk, brought by very dry weather.

$50K grant for new mountain bike trails

Ridgway, Pennsylvania

According to WTAJ, Sandy Beach Park is set to see new and improved mountain bike trails thanks to a $50K Lumber Heritage grant.

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Kentucky park adds new trails

Covington, Kentucky

Devou Park, an urban park in Covington, Kentucky, just outside of Cincinnati, is poised to add three miles of trail to its existing network. The Dirt Artisans Trail Building company are building the multi-use trails and will put the total mileage at 15.

58km of trails open at Bodalla State Forest

Narooma, New South Wales, Australia

An additional 58km of new trails have been added with a trailhead in the Bodalla State Forest in Narooma, New South Wales, Australia. The new trails are intended to support the area in recovery from the Black Summer bushfire and its impacts. According to 2EC, an Australian news source, the trails are projected to bring an extra 65,000 people to the region–we assume per year.

New singletrack proposed

Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada

The Town of Bracebridge and the Muskoka Off-Road Cycling Association (MORCA) in Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada are proposing changes to trails in a section of the South Monck/Covered Bridge Trail to complete routes, install signage and add new MTB trails. Community members are asked to submit feedback on the plan here by February 29.

MTB trails approved for Allsopp Park

Little Rock, Arkansas

A $250,000 contract to build mountain bike trails in Allsopp Park has been approved by the city of Little Rock, according to the Arkansas Democrat Gazette.

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Trails open at Tippogoree Hills

George Town, Tasmania

Last week the George Town Trails group announced the opening of new trails at Tippogoree Hills. “We’re opening three new trails descending from the very top of the the Tipp Hills! Yes, that’s right – three new trails! Rickerty Split, Slab Hunter, and the top section of Himbugs & Haystacks.” Riders can choose to take a shuttle to the top or ride up the service road to access the new descents.

Mountain bikers could regain access to State Line Trail in Idaho

Elk City, Idaho

A Draft Record of Decision from the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest could give mountain bikers access to a 7-mile segment of the State Line Trail that roughly follows the border between Idaho and Montana. In 2012 bikers lost access to portions of the trail in Idaho which severely limited rides along the full route. The proposed change would re-open Divide Trail #738, excluding it from a proposed Wilderness area.

“This 150-foot corridor area will continue to be managed as not suitable for summer motorized use, but is suitable for mechanized use, allowing for bicycle and mountain biking opportunities along the State Line trail,” according to the draft.

Trails plans approved

Eau Claire, Wisconsin

City officials approved plans to improve the trails at City Wells park, including the addition of 3.5 miles of new singletrack. CORBA will add signage and maps to the trails and as a part of the process will decommission some of the existing social trails.

Devou Park is adding three miles of singletrack

Covington, Kentucky

Dirt Artisans Trail Building has been contracted to construct three miles of fresh singletrack in Devou Park, bringing the total mileage to 15. The project is expected to cost around $150,000 and should be open by the end of the year.

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House advances EXPLORE, BOLT Act

Lawmakers in the House Natural Resources Committee unanimously approved the Expanding Public Lands Outdoor Recreation Experiences (EXPLORE) Act. The Act is an outdoor recreation package that includes the Biking on Long Distance Trails Act (BOLT), and other measures to protect climbing in Wilderness, modernize recreational permitting for guides, and funding for parks in “neighborhoods that need it most,” according to a press release. Outdoor Alliance is asking those in support to keep the bill moving and send a note to lawmakers.

Pump track for Springside Park in limbo

Pittsfield, Massachusetts

Plans for a pump track in Pittsfield are still on hold more than two years after positive support from the city’s Parks Commission. A revised memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the city, NEMBA, Shire Shredders, and Berkshire Mountain Bike Training Series Inc. still needs approval, according to The Berkshire Eagle. The proposed agreement requires the groups to raise funds for the project plus additional funds for maintenance and deconstruction in case the park is no longer up and running after ten years.

$3M bike park targets 2024 opening

Sioux City, Iowa

Singletracks first reported on plans to open a $3M bike park in Sioux City last year and according to the latest update, trail construction is 91% complete and construction will resume in April. Rock Solid is leading the build which includes 10.5 miles of trails and an asphalt pump track among other amenities.

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Durango Derby Registration Opens

Registration is open for the second annual Durango Derby mountain bike race in Durango, Colorado. The race takes place on Durango’s world famous singletrack and totals four stages, three untimed transfers and 40 miles. The race will have 2- and 4-person team categories as well as solo and will sit on the new Durango Mesa Park for its venue. The Derby happens September 1st.

• Register: bikereg.com/durangoderby
• Price: $131-$400

Inglewood gets a pump track

Los Angeles, California

Thrillist reports that the new pumptrack in Edward Vincent Jr. Park in Inglewood is the first one in all of Los Angeles. The asphalt track was built by Velosolutions and features two different courses.

Mountain biking allowed in park on trial basis

Napa, California

City officials in Napa have OK’d mountain biking in Alston Park on a trial basis. According to Visit Napa Valley, Alston Park is 157 acres and includes three miles of trails previously open to just hikers and equestrians.

New Spider Mountain Trail

Burnet, Texas

Spider Mountain, the lift-served bike park in Texas announced on Instagram they are working on cutting a new trail. There aren’t any other details at the time, except that it may be used on the mountain’s High Country Downhill race on February 9.

New Mexico Bike Park

Farmington, New Mexico

Construction of a new bike skills park in Farmington, New Mexico funded by the San Juan College will begin this spring. The project was awarded a $400,000 contract by San Juan college, according to the Farmington Daily Times, and will be built by the American Ramp Company. The total cost of the park is expected to be $600,000.

Bridge repair restores trail access

Elgin Valley, South Africa

Bike Hub reports that popular bike trails and bridges have reopened in Elgin Valley following devastating floods in September. Wines2Whales, Epic, Ride the Cape, KaapAgri, Cannondale, local landowners, and private individuals assisted with funding and repairs.

Chicago groups pushing for new singletrack

Chicago, Illinois

Residents of South Side Chicago are fundraising to construct new trails in the Big Marsh Park, a former industrial dump site. The park already includes jump lines and trails, and this push for $1.5 million would add eight new trails, four of them natural surface. Click here to donate and see the project.

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Colorado ranchers push back against Steamboat gravel race

Steamboat Springs, Colorado

Ranchers in Routt County are raising concerns about the SBT GRVL race in Steamboat Springs, per reporting by The Colorado Sun. The race started in 2019 with 1,500 riders and now hosts about 3,000 riders on several different courses. Ranchers have discussed the amount of littering, defecation on course and interference with agriculture operations.

SBT GRVL responded with an action plan which will alter start times, increase motorcycle marshals, communication to the Steamboat community, and the number of trash receptacles and port-a-potties on course. Race organizers will also implement signage communicating the distance to the next port-a-pottie.

Registered riders will need to agree to a zero tolerance policy and an oath agreeing to use the right side of the road, practice kindness, and not relieve themselves on private property or the side of the road.

Bike park fundraising goal reached

Green Bay, Wisconsin

The Triangle Hill Sports Area recently received a $35K donation to complete the bike skills park. The project, designed mainly for kids and new riders, is set to open this spring.

Changes to Colorado Springs Trail

Colorado Springs, Colorado

Riders in Colorado Springs, Colorado are pushing to sanction a long-time rogue trail and have it become governed by the City of Colorado Springs. The Captain Morgan trail in North Cheyenne Canyon would be the first double black diamond rated trail in the Colorado Springs’ network, according to KOAA. The trail is expected to be adopted this year.

Bids open for 6-mile trail in spite of tight construction timeline requirement

Iron Mountain, Michigan

The Iron Mountain City Council recently opened bids for trail construction at Pewabic Hill. With over $250K in committed funding for six miles of trails, some are concerned that the contract requirement that construction be completed in just 60 days is unreasonable.

“North of the Nith Trails” proposed

Ontario, Canada

A trails group in Ontario is proposing a new trail network, dubbed the North of Nith trails. The network would sit near existing trails, but the club says there aren’t trails designed or sanctioned or optimized for mountain biking in Brantford and Brant County. The organization also wants to build a parking lot and nature park.

Trails proposed in Milwaukee park

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

The Washington County Park Department in Milwaukee is hosting a public input session to discuss new mountain bike trails at the Heritage Trails County Park. The meeting will consist of small and large group discussions to inform potential new trails.

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Pisgah Triple Crown Series registration opens

North Carolina

New Year, new adventures! January is the month when many popular MTB events, like the Pisgah Triple Crown Series, open registration. Riders can choose from the ‘Hard Core Series’ which includes the famed Off Road Assault on Mt. Mitchell (ORAMM), the Uwharrie MTB Challenge (Long Course), Woods Mountain, and Swank 65 or the ‘Casual Racer Series’ featuring the Sasquatch Scrambler, Jerdon Mountain Challenge, Uwharrie MTB Challenge (Short Course), and Couch Potato. There’s a $30 discount if you register for three races in a series.

Mitchell Memorial Forest gets $68K grant

Hamilton County, Ohio

The state of Ohio recently announced Recreational Trails Program (RTP) grant recipients, and Mitchell Memorial Forest received $68K to help fund a pump track and quarter-mile skills loop.

$378K contract awarded for Constitution Park trail construction

Cumberland, Maryland

The city of Cumberland recently awarded a contract for the construction of a two- to five-mile beginner/intermediate mountain bike trail at Constitution Park.  Global Action Sports Solutions will design and build the trail, and the construction coincides with efforts to start a NICA team in the area.

California Parks grants could add bike skills park and trails

Stockton, California

California State Parks recently announced a total of almost $42 million for eight projects to expand access across the state. One of the projects mentioned is in Stockton. Just over $7 million has been allocated for a new skate park, two basketball courts, and BMX and bike trails with lighting and landscaping. The annoucement doesn’t explicitly mention mountain bike trails, but the details sound as if a bike skills park is in the mix.

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Mountain bikers get six acres for bike park

Chico, California

The Chico City Council transferred ownership of six acres to the Chico Area Recreation and Park District (CARD) and plans call for using the land for a new bike park. Dubbed the Notre Dame Bike Park, the project is estimated to cost $3 million and will take about two years to complete.

Kestrel Run completes the Raptor Route

Moab, Utah

The final two miles of the Raptor Route, known as Kestrel Run, opened in Moab this year thanks to the efforts of Trail Mix volunteers and Grand County Active Transportation and Trails. The complete route is 11.4 miles long and is an intermediate to advanced trail.

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$95K grant awarded for trailhead

Columbus, Ohio

The Gahanna Mountain Bike Pit Stop at Academy Park received a $95,746 grant from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources’ NatureWorks program. The funds are earmarked for a new trailhead for the mountain bike trails.

New Access to Dead Horse State Park Trails in Moab

Moab, Utah

A new segment of trails at Dead Horse Point State Park in Moab will open access to a viewpoint in the park in 2024. The trails should be moderately-graded with between five and six miles total.

Fayetteville establishing itself as world-class bikepacking destination

Northwest Arkansas

Bikepacking Roots and Experience Fayetteville, AR just announced a new project to document a set of singletrack and gravel bikepacking routes in the region. The routes will be shared in a guidebook format with options ranging from simple overnighters to multi-day epics like the 375-mile Doom route and the 1,170-mile Arkansas High Country Route.

New trails open in Idaho

Wood River Valley, Idaho

Three new trails in Wood River Valley, Idaho were recently completed. These include a three-and-a-half mile trail near Hailey, a two-mile and a half-mile trail all open to class 1 e-bikes too. Users are advised to be cautious of wet conditions since the trails are new and still settling.

Pump track opens in Bay Area

Napa, California

A new pump track officially opened at Skyline Wilderness Park in Napa, California on Saturday. The 12,000 square foot, rock-stabilized track was constructed thanks to $50,000 in donations from sponsors including the Clif Family Foundation and Athletic Brewing Co.

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Santa Cruz announces Paydirt Recipients

Santa Cruz Bicycles announced their 2024 recipients for the Paydirt program, the brand’s giving arm, supporting mountain bike nonprofits and trail projects. This year’s list includes these organizations:

• Indigenous Youth MTB Program; Trail Crew Mentorship Program; Vancouver Canada
• LA 8; The Black 8; Bourg Saint Maurice, France
• Richmond Mountain Trails; The Driving Range Trail Network; Richmond, Vermont
• Trailsurfers; Trail Crew & Operations; Baden-Württemberg, Germany
• Molini MTB; Trail Work Support; Molini di Triora, Italy
• Barkeater Trails Alliance; Trail Network Support; Keene, New York
• Raasay MTB Trail Association; Dig Day Support; Isle of Raasay, UK
• Ride for Racial Justice; BIPOC Mentorship Program; Denver, Colorado
• NorCal League; Try It Out Program; Petaluma, California
• Tas Gravity Girls; Female Youth MTB Day Camps; Tasmania, Australia
• Melanin Base Miles Inc; BIPOC Micro Grant Program; Washington, DC
• Thrive Ballater; Thrive Event Support; Ballater, UK
• The Engine Inside; Film Support and Indigenous Youth Program; Squamish, Canada
• Ontario Adaptive Riders; Adaptive Mentorship Support; Ontario, Canada
• Lighthouse Youth Projects; “Get Stoked!” MTB Ride Days; Adelaide, Australia
• Burley in Wharfedale Pump Track Project, UK

Tennessee trails get grants for expansion and pump track

Hampton, Tennessee

The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation granted over $6 million to expand the Hampton Watershed Trails. The expansion includes a new pump track and connecting trails from Hampton Watershed and the Tweetsie trail into Hampton.

T-Mac wins grant for Southern Utah Trails

Southern Utah

Freerider Tyler McCaul, who is an ambassador for Ford Motors and their new(ish) Bronco applied for a Bronco Wild Fund grant which will support the development of a new trail network on the east side of Zion National Park, according to an Instagram post. McCaul says the trails are expected to open in the spring of 2024.

2024 Cape Pioneer race sees fewer but harder stages

South Africa

For 2024 the Cape Pioneer stage race in South Africa is reducing the number of stages from seven to five, though each stage will be longer and more challenging than in previous years. In a press release race organizer Henco Rademeyer says the race “will maintain its UCI S1 grading, which means that elite riders will earn UCI marathon and stage race points by taking part, and it will continue to be built around the Race with Soul ethos which made the first Pioneer famous.”

Money for Buena Vista, Colorado Trails

Buena Vista, Colorado

The Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) board granted $18,700 to the Town of Buena Vista to help build two new portions of trail. The Tater Tots loop will be a one-mile beginner trail and the Walton Loop will be an ADA-compliant trail.

Support Mad Rabbit Trails project

Steamboat Springs, Colorado

The Routt County Riders, a mountain bike advocacy group based in Steamboat Springs, Colorado is looking to drum up support for a challenging trail development project. The U.S. Forest Service issued a final environmental assessment in August of this year, however it hasn’t gone unchallenged.

Check out the page on IMBA for a bigger scope and to submit support to the USFS. We’ll have a story on the project soon as well.

New trail opens in New Zealand

Manawatū, New Zealand

The Arapuke Mountain Bike Park has been on a roll with trailbuilding. The Manawatū Mountain Bike Club has raised about $2 million from donations and sponsors to build 35km of trails in total. A 5km trail recently opened, according to the Manawatū Standard.

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Close to $4 million awarded for Illinois trail projects

Illinois

A total of more than $3.7 million has been awarded to different recreational trail development projects in 19 Illinois communities to “help them meet the growing demand for improved trails and outdoor recreation facilities,” JB Pritzker, the governor of the state and the Department of Natural Resources announced in a press release.

The project will give up to 80% reimbursement to grant recipients for trail projects. The grants can be awarded for land acquisition, trail construction and maintenance, the buying of trail building equipment, and trailhead facilities. The DNR identified several non-motorized projects for the grants, listed in the press release.

Section of Canyon Trail to open to bikes in Marin

Marin County, California

A plan to place two bridges over San Anselmo Creek in Cascade Canyon has made a step forward in progress, according to the Marin County Bicycle Coalition. The project was originally a public proposal and would remove recreation from the San Anselmo Creek channel, improve accessibility for trail users, and allow them to safely pass the trail during wet weather without crossing through the creek.

Community college receives approval for Trail Technician educational program

Bentonville, Arkansas

Northwest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) recently received approval for its unique Trails Trade School and Trail Technician Program. The educational offering includes hands-on training and the curriculum will cover trail maintenance, design, and environmental stewardship. Graduates of the program can receive certification in a variety of areas.

Michigan plans urban MTB trail network

Midland, Michigan

The Central Michigan Mountain Bike Association is planning a network or “grid” of trails throughout the city of Midland, with a plan to connect the entirety of the city with mountain bike trails. The organization has been given a grant from Shimano and raised $13,000 in matching funds.

Comments solicited for Mad Rabbit Trails Project

Steamboat Springs, Colorado

The USFS is seeking public comment on a project “to improve the connectivity and sustainability of the recreational trail system around Steamboat Springs,” according to a release from IMBA. Learn more about the project and submit comments here.

Now is also a good time to voice support for the EXPLORE Act making its way through Congress.

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15 miles of trails planned for southeastern Nevada

Pioche, Nevada

IMBA recently shared an update on plans for 15 miles of singletrack coming to a site just north of Cathedral Gorge State Park in Nevada. Trail Solutions is working with the Caliente Mountain Biking (CAMBA) and the BLM to open the multi-skill, multi-use trails by mid-2025.

More trails planned for former landfill site

Jacksonville, Florida

Aterro Recreation Park already has about three miles of mountain bike trails, and an $85,000 donation from a local running group could bring more bike paths. The 100+ acre site boasts 65ft of elevation gain which is rare for this part of the state.

Trail Club looking for hands

Nelson, British Columbia

The Nelson Cycling Club in Nelson, BC, known for great BC riding in the country’s interior is getting support from the Columbia Basin Trust for its many trail projects in the area, according to the Nelson Daily. Projects under the Columbia Basin Trust include connector trails and existing trail and infrastructure maintenance and enhancement. Nelson Cycling Club is creating three new trail crew jobs and there are additional positions in Golden and Kimberly.

Construction on second phase of Arkansas trail begins

Fayetteville, Arkansas

The Ozark Off-Road Cyclists said in a Facebook post that Rock Solid Trail Contracting has begun work on the second phase of the Saddle Up trail at Kessler Mountain. The trail will remain open, but workers will be present. The Saddle Up loop is expected to be about two miles long.

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Thredbo Mountain Bike Park opens for season

New South Wales, Australia

While resorts in the northern hemisphere are gearing up for ski season, Thredbo mountain bike park in Australia is opening for the summer season. According to reports, this is the first time nearly all of the park’s trails are available to ride on opening day.

Overwhelming support for Aspen trail build

Aspen, Colorado

The Roaring Fork Mountain Bike Association is advocating for a new skills trail in Aspen, and will begin preparing designs and cost estimates. According to a recent public survey, more than 85% of residents agree the Marolt/Thomas Skill Trail would benefit the community.

2024 BC Bike Race route announced

British Columbia, Canada

Next year marks the 18th annual BC Bike Race and for the first time in 17 years, the race returns to the city of Victoria. Additional stops include Cowichan Valley, Nanaimo, Cumberland, and Campbell River and the entirety of the race will be on Vancouver Island.

The 2024 Schedule

• July 1: Ride Victoria 
• July 2: Ride Victoria 
• July 3: Ride Cowichan Valley 
• July 4: Ride Nanaimo 
• July 5: Ride Cumberland 
• July 6: Ride Campbell River 
• July 7: Ride Cumberland 

More trails in Cedar City, Utah

Cedar City, Utah

Cedar City, Utah, just north of St. George has been one of the fastest growing trail centers in the state and the town has more on the way. The Iron Hills Trail System has a new 1-mile, beginner-friendly loop with small features and IMBA’s Trail Solutions group is working on another 1-mile progressive spur trail. IMBA says the mild weather this season has helped them make progress.

Comment to protect the Arctic Refuge in Alaska

Alaska

Patagonia is running their own anti-Black Friday campaign encouraging consumers to save Alaska from mining rather than saving money on gear. Read more about the situation and submit your comments before the December 7, 2023 deadline.

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New bike skills park brings MTB into town

Sandpoint, Idaho

A bike skills park in Sandpoint, Idaho has been renovated after years of falling to the wayside. According to the Bonner County Daily Bee, the park had become overgrown with branches and underbrush and it had poor drainage. The park has been rebuilt with five trails and wooden features.

Progressive pump track opens

Kingsport, Tennessee

Kingsport, Tennessee unveiled a new pump track built by Velosolutions USA and the American Ramp Company. Former Red Bull Downhill World Cup commentator Claudio Calouri had a hand in designing the park also, according to WJHL.

The park has a familiar looking Velosolutions asphalt pump track, black with red borders, but also adds wooden wall rides to the tops of some berms. The project cost is $1.3 million and facility has parking, seating, and lighting.

Interior Dept. will put $22 million toward parks and outdoor access

The Department of Interior (DOI) announced last week that the agency will distribute $21.9 million in funding through the Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership program for new local parks in several states throughout the U.S., providing money for mountain bike trail development.

According to the news release, Russian Jack Springs Park in Anchorage, Alaska, for example, will get over $600,000 for mountain bike trails, a sledding hill, and other park amenities.

Environmental groups concerned about Illinois MTB trails

Oakwood, Illinois

A trio of environmental groups in Illinois, including the Prairie Rivers Network, the Illinois Sierra Club and the Middlefork Audubon have objected to plans for the expansion of a mountain bike trail at Kickapoo State Park. The groups say the trail should be moved elsewhere to prevent environmental damage.

The trails are said to potentially damage endangered species populations and habitat in the area, though the Illinois Department of Natural Resources has approved of the project, according to The News Gazette. The local mountain biking club has tried to make concessions, but the opposing groups “essentially don’t want anything built up there.”

14km of new trails planned

Isle of Man, UK

The Isle of Man Economic Strategy Board recently approved plans to construct 14km of trails to connect 50km of existing trails for a more cohesive trail network. Second phase plans call for a visitor’s center and bike-related services.

New trails open, more coming to Minnesota town

Winona, Minnesota

Two new multi-use trails — Chickadee Circuit and Danger Noodle — opened at Bluffside park in Winona recently, and more trails are on the way. In addition to the soon-to-be open trails, a new parking lot is planned as well.

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Bike park coming to Cozens Ranch Open Space

Fraser, Colorado

The Fraser Board of Trustees in Colorado passed a resolution to enter a contract with a private contractor to start a new bike park at the Cozens Ranch Open Space, according to SkyHi News. The American Ramp Company will discuss potential designs for the bike park with stakeholders and the public.

New trails under construction at 99 Mile Recreation Area

100 Mile House, British Columbia

The Huncity Mountain Bike Club in the South Cariboo region of BC plans to open new trails next summer at the 99 Mile Recreation Area. The club is planning for six new trails in total, according to the Williams Lake Tribune. They should add an additional 10km to the current 45km of trail.

High school MTB team gets its own campus trail

Crozet, Virginia

The Western Albemarle High School in Virginia added a campus trail to support their fast-growing team. The new trail is 3.5-miles and built for XC riding and training, according to the Crozet Gazette.

The trails are open to the public after school hours on weekdays, and on the weekends.

DH trails open in Missouri

Defiance, Missouri

A set of downhill bike trails have opened at Matson Hill Park in Defiance, Missouri. The new trails are named Black Powder Run, Boone’s Burl, and Judgement Tree and feature drops, jumps, and rock, and they are geared toward intermediate and advanced riders.

Forrest Mountain Bike Park gets $2M facelift

Forrest, Victoria

Forrest Mountain Bike Park located in Victoria, Australia recently completed work to re-establish itself as a top mountain biking destination. A new asphalt pump track was installed for all-weather riding and now boasts 26 different trails stretching 70km.

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New fat bike trail opens, more planned

Sayner, Wisconsin

The Lakeland Area Mountain Bike Organization recently opened a four-mile MTB and fat bike trail at Musky Mountain. The group is also organizing a campaign to raise $350K to build another 15 miles of trails in the area.

Aaron Gwin buys Windrock Bike Park

Oak Ridge, Tennessee

World Cup downhiller Aaron Gwin announced last week that he and his wife have purchased Windrock Bike Park in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. Gwin has lived near the bike park and used it as a training grounds for over three years. Gwin said the hours of the park won’t change, but they do have “big plans” for the park in the future.

Vernon Hill trails proposed

Vernon, British Columbia

A new mountain bike trail system is being proposed in Vernon by the The North Okanagan Cycling Society. The group hopes to construct the trails on about 800 acres of Crown land with connections to other existing and future trails.

USFS opens comments on e-bike access to popular Arkansas trails

Arkansas

The U.S. Forest Service is taking comments on a proposal to allow e-bikes on the Womble trail and within the Syllamo trail networks in Arkansas. The trails are located within the Ouachita and Ozark-St. Francis National Forests, respectively, and both are classified as IMBA Epic rides.

Nelson Cycling Club gets funding for new trails

Nelson, British Columbia

A $65K tourism grant has been awarded to the Nelson Cycling Club to construct trails at Smallwood Recreation Sites and Trails network. The plan calls for a climbing trail and two downhill options.

Eagle Bike Park under construction

Eagle, Colorado

Building of the Eagle Bike Park in Colorado is underway, and the park is expected to open in the spring of 2024, according to the Vail Daily. The bike park is planning for two parts; an area with jump lines and a skills zone.

38km trail opens at Mount Remarkable

Melrose, South Australia

Mountain bikers down under can enjoy a new 38km trail at Mountain Remarkable in Melrose, an up and coming destination in South Australia. The “Epic Mountain Bike Trail” is said to have 1,400m of climbing and a continuous 6km descent.

MTBers may gain access to trails around Grand Canyon

Grand Canyon, Arizona

Mountain bikers may gain access to trails near the Grand Canyon after President Biden designated almost 1 million acres of land in segments north and south of the Grand Canyon as the Ancestral Footprints of the Grand Canyon National Monument, to be managed by the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management. Biden noted the area has recreational opportunities, including biking, according to Cycling Utah.

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Omaha parks get professionally built trails

Omaha, Nebraska

A ribbon cutting is planned for this Saturday celebrating the completion of 3.8 miles of trails in Mandan and Mount Vernon Gardens Parks. The trails, along with several ramps and trail features, were built by Trail Solutions with support from private donors and the group Police Athletics for Community Engagement.

Mountain bike trails open in Texas

Brownsville, Texas

New singletrack trails opened at Pedro “Pete” Benavides County Park in Brownsville earlier this week. The trail system features 2.5 miles of trails that are graded beginner, intermediate, and advanced.

Graham Cracker route opens in Arizona

Safford, Arizona

A new mountain bike route, dubbed the Graham Cracker, has opened in Safford, Arizona after years of work by the Sonoran Desert Mountain Bicyclists. The route is 17 miles in length with close to 7,000ft of descending and about 3,000ft of climbing, all off of Mt. Graham, northeast of Tucson. A trail description online notes that the route requires a big dose of skill and fitness from riders and that the trail is still in its early stages.

Work begins on new trail area in Washington

Snoqualmie, Washington

The City of North Bend and the Si View Metropolitan Parks District are partnering to bring a new trail system to life in Washington. Work was expected to begin in early October and the 32-acre park will have mountain bike trails for beginners as well as some hiking trails and a picnic area. The Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance helped with the first phase of construction which is close to being complete according to the project page.

Aspen organizations scoping new skills area

Aspen, Colorado

The Aspen Parks Department and Roaring Fork Mountain Bike Association are partnering on a project to bring a new bike skills park to Aspen. The proposed area sits in the Marolt/Thomas Open Space, according to the Aspen Times, and would hold a variety of skills-based, progressive trails with wooden features. The City of Aspen is still gathering public input here.

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SkyPark Bike Park debuts new trail

Skyforest, California

The SkyPark Bike Park at Santa’s Village announced a new trail on their Instagram: Donner and Blitzen, a double black diamond trail. The trail looks like a naturally cut singletrack and it splits off into two unique trails that run parallel to each other. “Each trail has their own unique, raw, natural feel and flow,” said Sky Park.

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New singletrack in Dallas, Texas

Dallas, Texas

A new mountain bike trail opened at Creekside Park in East Dallas, Texas, according to D Magazine. The trail runs five miles and was built by Singletrack Trails.

TAS Utah reviewing trail options outside of St. George

St. George, Utah

The Trail Alliance of Southern Utah has been working on plans for trails on West Mountain outside of St. George, but after review, they reailized it would not be feasible. Now, TAS Utah has a new concept for several shorter downhill trails rather than one long downhill trail. The trails would comprise of green, blue, and black lines with a variety of styles. The organization is gauging interest on their Instagram account.

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Sandy Ridge Trail system re-opens

Sandy, Oregon

The Sandy Ridge Trail system near Sandy, Oregon opened back up last week after being closed for several months due to the Camp Creek fire. The Camp Creek Fire was listed at 62% containment a week ago.

Aftermath flow trail opens in Summit County

Frisco, Colorado

A new flow and jump trail has opened in Frisco, Colorado descending toward the beaches of the Dillon Reservoir. The trail is a little over a half-mile long and descends almost 300ft and is built on National Forest land.

New beginner-friendly Copper Harbor bike trail opens

Copper Harbor, Michigan

A new beginner-friendly trail opened in Copper Harbor, Michigan. The Orchard trail consists of crushed gravel and completes a six-mile loop.

Part of the Spiro trail in Park City will close for good

Park City, Utah

The lower part of Spiro trail in Park City will close for downhill use after the season ends, according to KPCW. The trail has grown old and mountain biking, mountain bikes, and trail traffic have outgrown the 30-year-old trail, said the executive director of the Mountain Trails Foundation. Next year the Spiro trail will become an uphill-only trail, while the upper portion will be bi-directional. A new trail, Seldom Seen, will be a downhill, bikes only trail.

Aerotropolis Nature Park opens in Georgia

South Fulton, Georgia

A new park in South Fulton, Georgia opened for mountain bike and hike use. The park is over 10,000 acres and has three miles of mountain bike trails with a skills course.

New bike park opens down under

New South Wales, Australia

Uki Mountain Bike Park has opened for business in New South Wales, Australia. The park has 6.4km of trails with options from green to black.

NICA launches new league in Southern California

California

The Golden State South Interscholastic Cycling League is set to launch its first season in 2024. The league joins the Norcal League which was the first to be established under NICA in 2001. Golden State South will be open to California students from San Luis Obispo to San Diego.

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Monarch Crest Descent rerouted

Salida, Colorado

The Colorado Trail Foundation announced this week that the South Fooses Creek trail, part of popular the Monarch Crest route, has been realigned. The CTF said the section was one of the steepest of the entire trail, and the 3-mile-long realignment will offer “sustainable grades utilizing switchbacks, excellent views of the valley and the Monarch Crest, and improved camp sites and water access.” The CTF says the old section will close when snow covers it.

Bear attacks close trails in Canada

Bragg Creek, Alberta

After a grizzly bear attack in Banff National Park killed two people, several mountain bike trails near Bragg Creek have been closed. Park officials warn riders to be cautious while riding in bear country and to ride with other people and make a lot of noise during a ride to lower chances of surprising a bear.

Neighborhood group posing opposition to MTB trails in Minnesota

Rochester, Minnesota

A neighborhood group is opposed to new mountain bike trails in Rochester, Minnesota, citing concerns about the environment and lowered property values. The Rochester Active Sports Club believes the new trails will bring the opposite and they plan to involve high school athletes. The group is waiting for a decision from the local park authority.

2.1-mile adaptive trail opens to bikers in Vermont

Chittenden, Vermont

The Vermont Huts Association and Velomont Trail Collective recently opened the Chitty Bang Bang trail, and it’s been designed with adaptive riders in mind. The trail is located in the Green Mountain National Forest and is meant to be a part of Velomont, a continuous trail that will eventually span the entire state of Vermont.

Durango Mesa Park opens 7 miles of new trails

Durango, Colorado

A ribbon cutting was recently held to celebrate the completion of 7 miles of new trails in Durango Mesa Park in Colorado. The recent build is part of a much bigger push to connect the park with other trail systems in the area.

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Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day Oct. 7

Worldwide

Mark your calendars: October 7 is the International Mountain Biking Association’s annual Take a Kid Mountain Biking day. Many organizations around the world are planning group rides and activities for youth riders to connect with trails. Even if you can’t find an organized event, consider bringing a young family member along for a ride.

City donates land for pump track

Harlingen, Texas

The city of Harlingen, Texas has donated land for the Valley Off-Road Bicycling Association (VORBA) to build a bike skills area including a pump track. VORBA also received a $150,000 grant to help fund the project.

1-mile beginner’s trail opens in Virginia

Bristol, Virginia

A new mile-long, beginner-friendly mountain bike trail opened last week at Sugar Hollow park in Bristol. The build was supported by SORBA Tri-cities and was funded with $20,000 in donations from the local community.

Old Fort, North Carolina Trails get big bump in funding

Old Fort, North Carolina

The state of North Carolina has allocated $2.5 million that will help build 25-30-miles of trail in Old Fort over the next two years, the G5 Trail Collective announced on Instagram. The organization also said it will help bring the project closer to completion by 2025.

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Reconstructed Raider’s Run trails reopened

Marion, Virginia

There are three miles of new trail for mountain biking on the Raider’s Run trail system in Southwest Virginia with another two miles underway. The trails are said to have gradual grades and berms and are made with sustainable building techniques.

Berthoud bike park open

Berthoud, Colorado

The Berthoud Bike Park in Northern Colorado is now open to the public. The park has two jump and flow trails, a quarter-mile dual slalom track, a Velosolutions pump track and a 1-mile XC track.

Sioux City park begins new trails project

Sioux City, Iowa

The Sioux City Parks and Recreation Department broke ground on a new 10.5-mile, multi-use trail system with bike-optimized trails. IMBA Trail Solutions led the design and the plan calls for a mix of beginner and intermediate trails.

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New trail opens at Minnesota elementary school

Crosby, Minnesota

An elementary school in Crosby, Minnesota has opened a half-mile mountain bike trail. The project was led by a student’s parent who is a physical education teacher along with another teacher. The trail is on campus but open to the public.

New trail under construction in Theo Wirth park

Minneapolis, Minnesota

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board started construction on an addition to the Back 40 Loop trail, building on to Theodore Wirth Regional Park. The trail is said to be geared toward advanced riders. The MPRB is also working on a skills course at Bryn Mawr Meadows Park, according to Kare11.

BLM seeking input for trails in Oregon

Bend, Oregon

The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public input for new trails in the Cline Buttes Recreational Area north of Bend, Oregon.

The area is a “heavily used and well-loved recreation area,” said KTVZ and the project would allow construction of a parking lot, route enhancement, and new bike, hike, and equestrian trails. Recently, the Forest Service denied a plan near Bend in Prineville after vocal opposition. A BLM manager told KTVZ the proposal “is special, because it protects the area while also meeting our community’s need for expanded trail access.”

East Bay Regional Park District greenlights class 1 e-bikes

East Bay, California

The East Bay Regional Park District gave the OK to class 1 e-bikes on 850 of the 1,330 miles of system trails last week. The decision followed a pilot program that launched six years ago on three trails.

Volunteers building trails in West Virginia

Huntington, West Virginia

A volunteer group in Huntington, West Virginia is looking for volunteers to build a new trail. The trail will be beginner friendly and is said to be the first in the Huntington area. Currently, the Huntington Trail Alliance is clearing the way for the trail and will soon move on to building features.

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13+ miles of multi-use trails open at Butterfield Trailhead

Salt Lake City, Utah

An official ribbon cutting was held last week for the trails at Butterfield Trailhead Regional Park outside of Salt Lake City. The multi-use trails are a joint project between the city and the Bureau of Land Management.

Aetna Mountain trails opening this month

Chattanooga, Tennessee

Four miles of new trail are opening at Aetna Mountain in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The trails were funded and created by the community and designed by IMBA, according to a local Tennessee news channel. The trails are rated beginner to intermediate level with some advanced features.

New MTB trails at Parc Des Families

New Orleans, Louisiana

New and improved MTB trails have been added to Parc Des Families near New Orleans. The trails and features appear elevated to reduce the chance of flooding.

Change Reaction trail opens at Park City Mountain

Park City, Utah

Park City Mountain just added a new mile-long trail called Change Reaction. The build was supported by both Park City Mountain resort and the Mountain Trails Foundation.

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Free tickets to Soldier Mountain bike park for the rest of the summer

Fairfield, Idaho

The Soldier Mountain bike park in Idaho will spin the lifts five more times this summer, and riders can take advantage of free tickets. Visitors will need to “purchase” $0 tickets and sign a waiver to ride, and the park will be open September 2-3, 17, and 23-24. In addition, the resort will host NICA races on September 16 and spectators can uses the lifts to access the course. Full details will be available at soldiermountain.com.

Smith Park Mountain Bike Trail

Brentwood, Tennessee

Supporters of the Smith Park mountain bike trail project have built three quarters of a mile of trail and are in the process of raising funds to build another 1.75 miles. The city of Brentwood plans to use a contractor to build another 4.5 miles of trails at Smith Park, with a ribbon cutting that could come as soon as the first quarter of 2024.

Flow trail build approved in Michigan

Midland, Michigan

The Midland City Council recently approved plans for mountain bike trails and a skills park proposed by the Central Michigan Mountain Bike Association. Based on the plans, the cost to construct the trails and skills area is estimated to be $150,000-$200,000.

Iowa officials break ground on trail system

Sioux City, Iowa

The Sioux City (Iowa) Parks and Recreation Department broke ground on a new mountain bike trail system. The estimated project cost is $3 million and is scheduled to open in May of 2024.

Tennessee trails park opens soon

Chattanooga, Tennessee

Walden Ridge Park, a 200-acre park with mountain bike trails and climbing opportunities is scheduled to open at the end of September near Chattanooga, Tennessee. Plans for the trail network include several directional, mountain bike only trails.

Lachlan Morton seeking Great Divide Route FKT

Montana

Lachlan Morton surprised fans this week, announcing just the day before that he would be attempting to set a new FKT on the Great Divide route. The current record for biking the 2,700-mile+ route from Banff, Alberta to Antelope Wells, New Mexico is held by Mike Hall at 13 days, 22 hours and 51 minutes. Morton is currently ahead of pace, though the conditions along the route are notoriously hard to predict. As of press time Morton was in Montana, and a race tracker is available to chart his progress in real time.

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Mountain bike innovation center will have bike park, trail lab

Glentress, Scotland

A mountain bike hub with an innovation center, bike park and “trail lab” will be built at Innerleithen’s Caerlee Mill near Glentress, Scotland. The center will bolster an already bike-centric area in Scotland and is expected to drive more innovation, jobs, and tourism. The project is expected to open in 2025.

Mammoth Mountain finally opens “Over the Top” trail

Mammoth Mountain, California

After receiving 900″ of snow over the 2022-2023 winter, Mammoth Mountain opened the Off the Top trail last week. Mammoth notes there is still snow around the Chair 12 area but the trail is now rideable.

Bikepacking Roots releases new routes

USA

Bikepacking Roots started releasting their second batch of their Community Routes Project on Facebook, starting with the Tour de Nicolet. This tour takes riders through the majority of the Nicolet National Forest, where bear sightings are common and other animals like whitetail deer, badgers, wolves and porcupine are out there too.

Lake Crabtree trails improve accessiblity

Cary, North Carolina

The Lake Crabtree mountain bike trails in Cary, North Carolina are now open to adaptive athletes. The trails have been made accessible by local government officials and adaptive sports athletes.

Texas trail adds GPS markers for first responders

Harlingen, Texas

The town of Harlingen, Texas has added trail markers along some of its trails to aid both first responders and trails users in need of help. The idea was brought forth to the Harlingen’s Parks and Recreation Department by a trail builder who had experience with the markers as a border patrol agent.

Solitude Mountain Resort announces opening day

Solitude, Utah

The Solitude Mountain Resort in Utah announced the opening day for four new trails designed by Gravity Logic. This marks the first phase of their trails project and the trails include beginner to expert levels.

Arapahoe Basin building climbing trail

Dillon, Colorado

The Arapahoe Basin Ski Resort in Colorado announced plans for a climbing trail from their mid-mountain to the top, where riders can access the Beavers and the Lenawee trail. The singletrack will likely be at a much easier grade than the current dirt road which riders have to take to get to either trail. The resort said the trail is expected to open in 2024.

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Lee Canyon opens beginner trail

Las Vegas, Nevada

We’ve been tracking the Lee Canyon bike park outside of Las Vegas for a while, and now they are rolling out new trails. The latest trail is aimed toward all ability levels, and there is also an advanced and intermediate trail.

New Marquette MTB trail

Marquette, Michigan

The Noquemanon Trail Network has a new 3/4-mile trail in Marquette, created to route bikers past a residential development site. The group is looking for name suggestions for the trail. Send any ideas to the group’s Facebook page.

COMBA gets big trail grant from Trek

Idaho Springs, Colorado

The Colorado Mountain Bike Association got a big bump in funding for their Virginia Canyon trails project in Idaho Springs, Colorado last week from Trek Bicycles. The Virginia Canyon Mountain Park will include an approximately 12-mile system with both hike and bike trails, and construction is expected to start this fall. COMBA reached out to Trek, according to a newsletter, and Trek responded with a $250,000 grant form the Trek Foundation. The system will now be known as ‘Trek Trails at Virginia Canyon Mountain Park” when it opens.

Vermont adaptive trail network to open this month

Bolton, Vermont

A trail network built for the needs of adaptive riders is set to open this month. ‘The Driving Range’ is a “first-of-its-kind” project in the state according to MyNBC5. The trail will suit a multitude of skill levels and is set for a soft opening on August 23 with more trails to come.

Some Durango Mesa Park trails set to open soon

Durango, Colorado

Construction is wrapping up soon on seven miles of trail at Durango’s newest bike park, according to the Durango Herald. Work began on trails at the park this spring and are expected to be done soon.

Charlottesville MTB Group fundraising for new trails project

Charlottesville, Virginia

The Charlottesville Mountain Bike Club is working on a $35,000 fundraiser for new trails in the Heyward Community Forest in Virginia. The plan includes three bike-optimized trails for the network, but there are a total of 13 new trails in the project. Learn more about the project here.

Gravity Logic building new DH trails at Solitude Mountain Resort

Big Cottonwood Canyon, Utah

Earlier this month we shared that Brighton Resort is constructing its first MTB trail, and now we’re hearing that neighboring Solitude Mountain Resort is adding to their MTB trail network too. This summer trail building company Gravity Logic is creating new downhill trails off the Moonbeam Express lift, though it’s not clear if the new trails will be ready to ride before the end of the season.

New research shows benefits of trail therapy program

Scotland

Developing Mountain Biking in Scotland recently shared a new research report showing the positive impact trail therapy programs can have for participants. The study, conducted by Dr. Hollie Fountain, Dr. Lesley Ingram-Sils, and Dr. Tony Westbury (Edinburgh Napier University), is available for download through this press release.

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Copper Mountain opens new bike trail

Copper Mountain, Colorado

The Copper Mountain Ski Resort in Colorado shared big news on Instagram this week. One: they have opened a new “green/blue” flow and jump trail on the mountain as of August 6th. And two: it’s the first of 22 miles of new bike trails coming in the next few years.

Trail building underway in southeast Minnesota

Winona, Minnesota

A new project with 5.5 miles of multi-use trails has begun in Winona, Minnesota, according to IMBA. There will be two mountain bike-optimized trails and two “hiking-focused” trails with direct access to surrounding neighborhoods.

Utah resort opens new trails

Orem, Utah

The Sundance Resort, located south of Salt Lake City, Utah opened two new intermediate bike trails, they announced on Instagram. The new trails are located in the Wildwood and Archie’s Loop areas and appear to be flow and berm trails.

Grant money awarded for mountain bike trails in SC

South Carolina

The South Carolina Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department awarded $770,000 to several different projects in seven counties through its Recreational Trails Program. The state received 23 applications for funding, with a maximum of $100,000 per project. The awardees include several trail projects around the state including a 1.5-mile mountain bike and hiking trail in Greenville County.

Cibola NF approves plans to improve and realign user trails

Albuquerque, New Mexico

The Albuquerque Mountain Bike Association just announced the beginning of a project to improve and realign downhill “user trails” within the Cibola National Forest. The new and improved trails will include features, and by the looks of the map, a lot of corners.

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SIMBA opens new 5-mile ‘Potato Peeler’ trail

Versailles, Indiana

The Southeast Indiana Mountain Bike Association (SIMBA) officially opened a new trail at Versailles State Park recently. The 5-mile-long Potato Peeler trail brings the total trail system mileage to 30.

New Hampshire mountain resort opens first bike park trail

Keene, New Hampshire

Granite Gorge Mountain Park, just outside of Keene, New Hampshire opened its first lift-accessed bike trail this week and the park says there are many more to come. The trail is almost a mile in length and pays homage to the Nickelodeon show Rugrats with its name, Reptar. The trail is rated green, but is said to be fun for all levels of riders, with jumps, ladders, and more. The resort’s website says they have a multi-year plan to build their park out with more mountain bike trails.

Malheur National Forest temporarily closes some trails

Malhuer National Forest, Oregon

The Malhuer National Forest in Oregon has temporarily closed bike trails near Magone Lake due to thinning activity. The thinning is meant to reduce and mitigate wildfire risks to communities, landowners, and improve habitat concerns for some species. The Back of Beyond, Beyond, and Lake Butte trails will all be affected.

Mountain bikers rescued by Maryland State Police after injuries on trail

Two mountain bikers who were injured separately on trails in Howard County, MD and Tucker County, WV were rescued by Maryland State Police aviation crews this past weekend. The riders were both in need of assistance and due to the difficult terrain, so responders used helicopters to help them.

Bikepacking Roots fundraiser

USA

Bikepacking Roots is “he only national 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to supporting and advancing bikepacking,” and the group works to create routes while advocating for conservation. This summer they’re raising funds to support that mission with some great prizes including a Salsa Cutthroat, bikepacking gear, and even guided trips. For every $25 donated supporters get an entry into the raffle, which ends August 15. Click here to donate and get more info.

Utah resort also starts new MTB trails

Brighton, Utah

Not to be outdone by another new Salt Lake City area bike park Powder Mountain, Brighton Resort announced they’re starting mountain bike trails, though they didn’t clarify if the trails will be lift-served or not.

“We are starting on our first ever Brighton Mountain Bike Trail,” the resort said on Instagram, adding that they plan to implement an entirely new trail system in the coming years. The first trail build is just being started and it’s likely it’ll open next year, but there’s a chance it’ll open in the fall.

Plans and funding announced for bike park in Westside Park

Atlanta, Georgia

Urbanize Atlanta reports that officials are planning mountain bike trails and a pump track in Westside Park that should “rival almost anything in the country.” An anonymous donor has agreed to fund construction, and officials are looking to Bentonville, Arkansas for inspiration. Westside Park is one of the largest and newest parks in the city, located just west of downtown at the site of a former rock quarry.

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Allestree Park Biking Group in Derby seeks input on trails plan

Derby, Western Australia

The Allestree Park Biking Group is seeking public input on a trail plan developed in conjunction with the town council and Derbyshire Wildlife Trust. Proponents point out the proposed trails prioritizes the natural environment and would take up just 5% of the parkland. Interested parties can submit feedback using this online form.

Gifford Pinchot NF soliciting feedback on sustainable trail plan

Washington state

Gifford Pinchot National Forest in southern Washington is seeking public input on a proposed Sustainable Trail System Plan. The goal is “to help guide the future management of recreational trails on the forest as well as benefits to the community,” and comments can be submitted online via the interactive plan linked above or via email to SM.FS.GPSustTrails@usda.gov through September 30, 2023.

Cog Wild receives grant for Ride and Dig program

Bend, Oregon

The Deschutes Trail Coalition in Oregon recently announced this year’s Small Projects Grant award recipients, which includes MTB group Cog Wild. The Cog Wild Ride and Dig program will use funds “to create a curriculum around trail sustainability and stewardship and implement a trail workday (in partnership with COTA) during a 3-day program with Realms HS students.”

Purposeful Adventures campaign encourages riders to make a positive impact this summer

Anywhere, Anyplace

Going for a mountain bike ride is fun yes, but it can be more than that with a purposeful approach. That’s the idea behind the Purposeful Adventures campaign which encourages riders (and hikers) to not just leave no trace, but to leave a positive trace.

One of the most concrete examples of leaving a positive trace is picking up trash during a ride, and Purposeful Adventures has partnered with Trash Free Trails to encourage riders to get involved. Check out the graphic above to get ideas for other ways you can leave a positive trace on the trails this summer.

Construction begins on 94km, $47.1 million Wangetti Trail

Queensland, Australia

Work has begun on the Wangetti Trail in Queensland, Australia which aims to connect three national parks. Plans call for $47.1M (AUD) in funding to complete the 94km trail, which will be open to mountain bikers and hikers alike.

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IMBA and Shimano Dig In summer projects

Shimano and IMBA have partnered for the Dig In program from July to September to help some IMBA Local Partner organizations raise money for trail projects across the U.S. Each project will receive a match from Shimano when they receive $5,000 in donations.

These are the selected projects:

• Shenandoah Valley Bicycle Coalition are working on a Landfill to Community Tails project in Waynesboro, VA
• Coachella Valley Mountain Bike Association are working on the Hurkey Creek Restoration project in Jurupa Valley, C
• Mid Atlantic Off-Road Enthusiasts are working on equitable access to training volunteers in Washington D.C.
• Tarheel Trailblazers are working on the final phase of a new trail system which will connect communities and contribute to conservation in Belmont, NC
• Metro Mountain Bikers are working on completing phase three of a new skills area involving the design and construction in West Bend, WI

Learn more about the Dig In projects here.

Mountain bikers rescued in in Oregon heat

Two mountain bikers were helped by Deschutes County Search and Rescue last Saturday after experiencing heat exhaustion during the High Cascades 100, a 100-mile mountain bike race. One was taken to the hospital with a knee injury and another was given IV fluids and recovered on his own.

Mountain biker passes away on San Diego trail

Unfortunately another mountain biker did not survive a high temperature day in San Diego. A group of mountain bikers were found in distress from heat exhaustion as local search and rescue crews were searching for distressed hikers. One rider, Torres Bronson, became unresponsive after running out of water. According to NBC 7 San Diego, authorities do not yet have an official cause of death.

New trail opens in Louisiana

While new trails have been sprouting across the south, one state that hasn’t seen as many is Louisiana. Last week though, a new mountain bike trail opened in Jefferson Parish and it uses concrete to optimize terrain and create hills, bridges, and drops. The trail is the first kind in the area and should be open all year and available to all skill levels.

Trails under construction in Anchorage, Alaska

A youth program in Anchorage, Alaska has helped get a new cross-country trail get started. The trail will be in the Russian Jack area and cater to beginner and intermediate riders.

Wood River Trails Coalition hosts bike raffle fundraiser

The Wood River Trails Coalition (WRTC) in Sun Valley, ID is raffling off a Pivot 4 SL Pro XT/XTR to raise funds this summer, and in addition to purchasing $10 tickets for a chance to win, supporters can also earn tickets for joining or renewing a WRTC membership and for referring new supporters. The drawing is set for August 31, 2023 and you can learn more or purchase tickets here.

Vermont flooding affects trails statewide

Vermont has seen record flooding over the past few weeks and it goes without saying that the state’s great mountain bike trails have been adversely affected.

Vermont Mountain Bike Association has created a 2023 Flood Response page to direct the public to resources and ways to help. While the trails are recovering, they urge users to check trail conditions, not ride if the trails are too wet still, and use caution as there may be landslides and sinkholes.

Five miles of new trail planned for Michigan reserve

The Little Traverse Conservancy has plans for five miles of new trails at the Offield Family Viewlands in Harbor Springs, MI. The Conservancy is working with the Top of Michigan Mountain Bike Association to raise funds to get the project built, and according to a recent article an additional $36K is needed.

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Powder Mountain bike park opens with new trails on the way

Powder Mountain Bike Park, located just north of Salt Lake City. has opened for its second-ever season. The resort is working on three new trails this summer: an alternative green line with small jumps, a natural, blue-rated trail, and a blue-rated, machine built flow trail.

Powder Mountain currently has eight trails, totaling about 10 miles, in lift-accessed terrain. For more, see the resort’s website.

16-mile Capital to Tahoe Trail opens

An official grand opening was held for the 16-mile Capital to Tahoe Trail on Saturday, though riders will need to wait a bit longer for the snow to melt before riding the whole thing. Various groups, including the USFS, supported the project which links the town of Carson City with Lake Tahoe.

Construction begins on Tunnel Creek singletrack

A new 2.3-mile trail is under construction in the Tahoe area. The Tunnel Creek trail will hopefully mitigate conflict between hikers and mountain bikers who currently share the Tunnel Creek Road to and from Monkey Rock, the Marlette Flume, Incline Flume, and Tahoe Rim trails.

The trail will be green-rated and built to IMBA standards.

“This trail will provide new opportunities for sustainable recreation in the Tahoe Basin and make the experience better and safer for two very different user groups,” said Amy Berry, Tahoe Fund CEO in a press release. “We are thankful to all of our donors for helping us raise the funds necessary to make this trail a reality, and to our great partners at Nevada State Parks, Great Basin Institute, and TAMBA for their hard work to build it.”

USFS proposes fees on North Carolina trails

The U.S. Forest Service (USFS) is proposing fee changes at two areas around the Pisgah National Forest and is currently soliciting public input through August 22. The fees have been proposed in order to improve visitor experiences with site and trail upgrades the fees would fund.

The fees for the Jackrabbit mountain bike trail system for example would cost either $5 per day or $30 for an annual pass. The same amount would apply to the Pisgah Complex MTB and Horse Trail System. Fees would not apply to hikers. See the full press release here.

Chestnut MTN Trail Building Continues

The folks at Chestnut Mountain Nature Park near Canton, North Carolina received a $145,000 grant from the state’s department of natural and cultural resources, and the money will help complete the park’s final three trails and “children’s bicycle playground,” according to The Mountaineer.

Pleasanton, California MTB trail opens

Pleasanton, California has its first bike-specific trail open, according to Patch.com. The Augustin Bernal MTB Trail is a downhill-only trail and about .7-miles in length with 800′ of vertical drop. The city identified the need for a bike-specific trail after the Pleasanton Trails Master Plan in 2019 in order to relieve congestion on multi-use trails.

New bike park in Scottish Highlands

A new gravity-oriented mountain bike park opened in the Scottish Highlands this summer. Cairngorm Mountain Bike Park is said to have 3.4km of trails, and the longest descent is 1.4km long.

Mountain to Meadow trail gets re-route, permanent easement

Big Sky Community Organization and Lone Mountain Land Company in Montana recently completed a re-route of the Mountain to Meadow trail with upgrades that make the trail more bike-friendly. The new route was placed under permanent easement and riders do not need a lift ticket to ride the trail.

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City of Boulder allows e-bike use on trails

The City of Boulder, Colorado is now allowing e-bike use on Open Space and Mountain Parks trails, as of July 1. The City recently completed a community engagement process which led the way for the approval. For a complete list on where eMTBs are allowed within Boulder County trails, see a list here.

Teen dies racing at Big White Resort in Canada

A teenager passed away due to a crash at the BC Cup at the Big White Ski Resort this past weekend, according to the Vancouver Sun. The rider was reportedly racing and crashed when they fatally hit their head. The Kelowna RCMP is investigating the incident. Law enforcement officials nor Big White has released any further details.

News trails approved for Prescott, Az

The Bradshaw and Chino Valley Ranger Districts near Prescott, Arizona have approved the Bean Peaks Mountain Bike Trails Project, according to Signals AZ. This authorizes the construction of 17 miles of new singletrack and the restoration of 12 miles of unsanctioned trails. The plan approves a new trailhead, 10.5 miles of bike-optimized, one way trails, and over 4 miles of multi-use trail that riders can use for climbing.

New green trails open at McIntosh Run Watershed

The McIntosh Run Watershed Association in Halifax, Nova Scotia has three new trails open this summer including Orange Jelly Extension and Gutterball. The group is asking riders to enjoy the new trails but to stay off trails still under construction as shown in the map above.

MTB Skills Kitchen opens in Metro Atlanta

The Roswell Area Mountain Bike Organization (RAMBO) opened the Skills Kitchen mountain bike skills area last month at Big Creek. The progressive zone gives new and young riders an opportunity to work on bike handling skills on skinnies and small jumps.

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New Ely, Minnesota trail opens

Ely, Minnesota got a new trail system last week at the Hidden Valley Recreation Area. The new system has six loops totaling nine miles and was designed by husband and wife team Dirt Candy Designs. The system includes a progressive skills loop, a jump line, and more.

Banff area trails close due to wildlife

Some mountain bike trails in Banff, Canada have been closed after elk have reportedly been charging trail users. The trails have seasonal closures in place during spring, but the closure area has since expanded to include other trails, according to the Rocky Mountain Outlook.

Durango Mesa trails may open this fall

The Durango Mesa trails have been a vision for some time now, but the new trails park may finally open later this year. Gaige Sippy, a Durango Mesa Park board of directors member told the Durango Herald the contractors are expected to finish five trails by the fall, with some of them opening in August. The total mileage then would be close to 6.5 miles.

Mammoth Mountain announces June 30 opening date

Mammoth Mountain in California has been digging themselves out of heavy snow since winter ended. When we asked about their bike park opening for an article in May, the resort didn’t have an answer. Now we know the park will open at the end of June, according to an Instagram post from Mammoth.

Purgatory Resort opens to mountain bikers ahead of race

Purgatory Bike park in Durango, Colorado opens today with trails suiting a variety of riders and the resort will host the Big Mountain Enduro July 8-9. The resort also has the Power Kids season pass, the only in North America that gives unlimited free skiing and riding to kids ages 12 and under.

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Bernard Mountain Trail opens in Pisgah

The 3-mile Bernard Mountain Trail opened last weekend just east of Asheville, NC in the Grandfather District of the Pisgah National Forest. The new trail, which is located just north of the popular Kitsuma trail, is a part of the trail development taking place in and around the town of Old Fort, NC.

$2.2M in funding approved for new trails at Redhead Mountain

Redhead Mountain in Chisholm, MN is set to add 12 miles of new singletrack thanks to a total of $2.2M in funding approvals. In addition to the trail expansion, plans call for a bike wash station and a paved pump track.

Brentwood, TN trails under construction

SORBA and Bike Walk Brentwood are working to construct 2.5 miles of mountain bike trails in Marcella Vivrette Smith Park. The city of Brentwood has agreed to construct another 4.5 miles of trails. The trails are expected to be completed in about a year and a half.

14,100-acre Norcal ranch may include MTB trails

Former Apple tech executive Mike Markkula is selling his Rana Creek Ranch to the Wildlands Conservancy. According to the San Jose Mercury News, the group ultimately plans to open the property to mountain biking, among other recreational activities.

$600K for trails in Ontario

The Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation has approved $600K in funding for 30km of new trails at the Algoma Trail network at Hiawatha Highlands and a new bike skills park at Kinsmen Park.

14km trail opening in Mackenzie, BC

The Mackenzie Outdoor Route and Trail Association (MORATA) is celebrating the opening of the 14km Ridgeline Trail on Mofree Mountain on July 29 in conjunction with the Rockin’ the Ridgeline festival. The new trail features a 4km descent plus alpine views suitable for most rider abilities.

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Boulder, Colorado trail closes due to aggressive cattle

Boulder County Parks and Open Space had to close a trail last week due to aggressive cattle. It’s unclear what altercations happened to cause the closure, but hopefully no one was hurt.

Ober Mountain opens lift-served DH trails in Tennessee

The Ober Mountain ski resort in Gatlinburg, TN just opened a lift-served DH bike park this summer with 11 new trails rated from beginner to expert. A single day pass costs $49 and bike rentals are available for an additional fee. The park says e-bikes are allowed, though uphill travel is not.

Plans for 6-8mi of new trails in Old Forge, NY

The McCauley Mountain Ski/Recreation Area trail system recently received a $250K grant to help build about seven new machine- and hand-built trails, adding 6-8 miles to the 30+ miles already in place.

Blue Mountain bike park opens for the season

The bike park at Blue Mountain Resort in Pennsylvania is now open for the season, Thursdays through Sundays. There are 29 trails to choose from, and the park will also host the Maxxis Eastern States Cup Showdown and a MASS Enduro event this summer.

Trestle Bike Park delays opening due to rain

Colorado has seen an unusual amount of rain this spring and now weather is delaying the opening of the most popular gravity park near the Front Range. Trestle Bike Park said on Instagram “after significant rainfall over the past few weeks, we have made the difficult decision to delay opening Trestle Bike Park.”

Rain and clouds have made it more difficult to dry off a very snowy winter for bike park crews and the extra moisture could complicate trail maintenance. Trestle didn’t offer a follow-up opening date.

Woman sustains injuries from cougar attack on trail

A British Columbia woman is recovering from minor injuries after a cougar attack on the Sunshine Coast, according to the Coast Reporter. The woman was riding on June 11 when the cougar lunged and swatted at the woman. A group of nearby trail builders were able to arrive shortly after and scare the cougar away. Land managers closed two trails in the area following the encounter.

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Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship fundraiser bike

State Bicycle Co. and Dynaplug have collaborated again to release the Meerkat Klunker. The bike will be auctioned off to raise money for the Sierra Butte Trail Stewardship. The bike’s stunning paint job has been created by Curtis Bullock and is inspired by crystal clear skies seen from a campsite. The bike is tricked out with components from White Industries, Thomson, Paul Components and others. Suggested donations are $5 and up. Check out the fundraiser here.

New skills park in Victoria, Minnesota

A new mountain bike park has opened in Victoria, Minnesota, and there are jumps, technical trails, wooden features and skills zones. Paradise Playground was a partnership between the Three Rivers Park District and the One Track Mind Foundation, which has been funding trails in the Minnesota area.

MTB trails open in Jackson County, Minnesota

Another mountain bike trail park opened in Worthington, Minnesota and it’s designed for riders of all skill levels. There are beginner, intermediate, and some jump trails. Class 1 e-bikes are also welcome at the Belmont County Park.

MMB rejoins IMBA

The Metro Mountain Bikers, a local advocacy group based in southeast Wisconsin, has joined IMBA under the local affiliate program.

“Metro was a long-time IMBA Member that eventually outgrew the IMBA membership benefits. Why did they rejoin? Local contracts required MMB to establish their own 501c3, insurance and other services formerly provided by IMBA,” said IMBA in an Instagram post “Essentially, the conclusion was that MMB had to double pay for the same benefits a full membership offered. The IMBA affiliate program right-sized the expense-benefit ratio for the needed services.”

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Jump trail opens in Boyne City, Michigan

A new bike trail that alludes to good times in the name has opened in Boyne City, Michigan in the upper lower peninsula. The Dare Ya Intermediate Plus Jump Line is new to the Boyne Forest Trail System thanks to efforts of the Top of Michigan Mountain Bike Association.

First of six trails opens in Florence, Alabama

A new professionally built trail at Wildwood Park in Florence, Alabama opened. The trail started as a concept in 2019 and is the first trail of six planned for the park. The trail is green-rated and located a few minutes away from the University of North Alabama.

Mountain bike orgs awarded grants for trail maintenance

The National Forest System Trail Stewardship Funding Program awarded 17 different trail projects over $250,000 in total, with seven of the awards benefitting projects open to mountain biking. These projects total over $70,000, which according to IMBA, will help tackle facility and trail maintenance.

Rutabaga Ride opens in Colorado

A new trail at the popular Lair of the Bear park outside of Morrison, Colorado has opened, diverting some bike traffic away from a busy corridor near the beginning and the end of the trail. Thanks to the efforts of the Colorado Mountain Bike Association, mountain bikers now have a bike-only downhill trail option close to four miles in length.

Bike park openings

It’s that time of year where bike parks across the world open. Here are some of the latest opening dates:

• Snow Valley Bike Park, California: Opened May 26 for weekend hours
• Summit Bike Park, California: June 8 for season pass holders, June 9 for public
• Trestle Bike Park, Colorado: June 16

Former Irish police officer accused of placing trail traps

A former police officer in Ireland was questioned regarding his potential involvement in placing traps over mountain bike trails in the Binevenagh Forest, according to Sunday World. Law enforcement encouraged local riders to be safe on the trails and look out for other potential wires strewn across singletrack.

New trails at Ball Mountain Lake in Vermont

The Jamaica (Vermont) Mountain Bike Association will officially open its first trail tomorrow at Ball Mountain Lake. The trail, called Having a Ball, was built in cooperation with the US Army Corps of Engineers.

$4M mountain bike experience planned for New South Wales

Mogo Mountain Bike Base recently unveiled plans for a $4M “mountain bike experience” featuring trails, a pump track, and skills area in New South Wales, Australia. The base will also feature cabins and campsites with access to the Maulbrooks Trail Network.

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New bike trails in review in Richmond, California

The East Bay Regional Park District is reviewing a proposal for a bike-optimized trail in the Wildcat Canyon Regional Park. According to the Richmond Standard, the proposal stems from the increased interest in mountain biking, especially on scholastic MTB teams. The trail corridor would run through an open grassland area with views of the San Francisco Bay. There will be additional public meetings in the summer and fall, according to East Bay Regional Parks.

New skills park opens in Pennsylvania

A new bike skills park has opened in Centre County, Pennsylvania and it offers a variety of trails and features to suit all skill levels. The Nittany Mountain Biking Association was involved in the creation and it’s open from sunrise to sunset each day.

Allegheny parks connecter under review

The Allegheny County Parks Foundation is proposing a connection between two of the Pennsylvania county’s most popular parks. A study is taking place to review the feasibility of the connections, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.

New bike trails open in Fremantle, Australia

The Booyeembara Park Mountain Bike Trails are now open in Fremantle, Australia and will be home to a variety of different trails, from beginner pump tracks to intermediate tabletops and advanced drops and wall rides. According to Mirage News, the park was first concieved in 2019 when the Fremantle Mountain Biking Collective approahced the town of Fremantle with a proposal.

SWIMBA adds new trail to Eagle Bike Park

Volunteers with the SouthWest Idaho Mountain Bike Association cut the ribbon on a new trail at Eagle Bike Park in Eagle, Idaho called The Seven Sins.

Wasabi Trail opens in Ashland, Oregon

The Rogue Valley Mountain Bike Association just celebrated the official opening on the Wasabi Trail on Saturday in the city of Ashland. The trail is designed for riders of all abilities, and includes three optional features for riders who want to spice things up.

New trails open, more to come this summer in Vermont

The first phase of trails at Bombardier Park in Milton, Vermont are already open to riders, and another two miles of beginner-friendly singletrack is slated to open this summer.

Plans in the works for Minnesota bike park to open this fall

Officials with the Three Rivers Parks District are working on plans for Taft Bike Park in Richfield, Minnesota. The park could be completed this fall and will offer a mix of jumps and technical features.

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Construction starts on new North Carolina bike trail

Construction has started on the Chris Smith bike trail in Greenville, North Carolina. The trail will be about six miles long in Wildwood Park and should open sometime this summer according to the city of Greenville.

Slalom, skills park coming to Weldon Pete Park in Kentucky

A new bike skills park is coming to Weldon Pete Park in Bowling Green, Kentucky with a dual slalom park and a looped skills course. The course will have multiple features on it and is supposed to open by the end of July.

New bike park coming to Sioux City, Iowa

Rock Solid Trail Construction will start building the Cone Park Bike Park in Sioux City, Iowa, a trail system with different flow trails, as well as features and rock gardens, a pump track and jump lines. The project has received almost $3,000,000 in donations so far and construction is expected to start sometime this year.

SORBA-CSRA opens jump line at Keg Creek

The Augusta, Georgia area has a new jump line at the Keg Creek trail located on Clark’s Hill lake west of the city. According to a social media post, “The new jump line was open for business and over 30 riders were there to join the fun. That loop is awesome and there is a social/observation area right in the middle for hanging out to watch the action!”

Goats help keep Maryland trails up to snuff

A cadre of goats is helping keep a Brunswick, Maryland trail system in shape after kudzu, an invasive vine, has taken over the On the River’s Edge Trails. The City of Brunswick has employed 20 goats for two weeks to chop down on the kudzu and other invasive plants that can hog natural resources like sunlight and water. A local mountain bike advocate reportedly brought the kudzu issue to the town’s attention.

New bike park in Quezon City, Philippines

A former landfill in Quezon City in the Philippines will be turned into a bike park. The bike park will have four different routes with some beginner trails and is said to be part of the mayor’s plan to build a greener, more sustainable city.

Grant application for new Pennsylvania trails approved

A grant application for a mountain bike trails project in Altoona, Pennsylvania was approved by the city council in early May. If the grant application is approved, the money would go toward new trails, which some are hopeful will boost the town’s economy.

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Bikepark Leogang set to open May 12

Austria’s Bikepark Leogang is set to open to mountain biking on May 12 this year. The popular lift-served park is debuting a new 3.5km trail called AlteSchmiede which promises a mix of flow, wooden features, and a few technical sections through a scenic alpine forest.

Bikepark Lienz will open May 18

Bikepark Lienz in Lienz, Austria will follow Leogang and open on May 18. Bikepark Lienz is trying to build its reputation as a family friendly destination and says it has everything mountain bikers are looking for, including family flow trails, jump trails, and even on dubbed the ‘Peter Sagan Trail.’

COTA adaptive riding

The Central Oregon Trail Alliance (COTA) is conducting a trail assessment project to increase accessibility for adaptive mountain bikers in Bend, Oregon. Between May 1 and May 14, adaptive mountain bikers plan to assess 100 miles of trail in the area and report on trail experiences, facilities, and potential barriers. The team plans to publish information on the COTA website to better inform adaptive mountain bikers about trails in the area.

Witte’s End trail ribbon cutting

The Witte’s End trail opened May 1 for mountain bikers of all skill levels in West Plains, Missouri. The trail is 1.6 miles long and growing. The trail has been primarily built by Troy Witt and Michael Hullinger, according to the Ozark Radio News.

New Alum Springs, Kentucky trail proposed

The Kentucky Mountain Bike Association is working to get a new mountain bike trail installed on a former landfill site in Alum Springs. Since the property can’t be used for real estate development, bike advocates argue that a new trail is the perfect use of the land.

AMBA breaks ground on trail in Albuquerque

The Albuquerque Mountain Bike Association (AMBA) is digging up a new mountain bike optimized trail, stretching from the 10K trailhead in the Sandia Mountains near Albuquerque to the Capulin Snow Play Site. AMBA received a $99,000 grant from the New Mexico Outdoor Recreation Division, according to KOB4, which is benefitting the trail development.

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City of Benton, Arkansas unveils bike park plans

Not to be confused with Bentonville, Benton, Arkansas has plans for a bike park of its own. The town, located about 20 miles southwest of Little Rock, recently shared a finalized concept plan for a skills park that also includes 1.3 miles of trails. According to a post on the city’s Facebook page, “The design that will eventually connect to Benton’s existing park system including Ralph Bunche Park, the future Southwest Trail, and paved greenway trails.”

The city is partnering with Arkansas Parks & Recreation Foundation, Progressive Trail Design and McClelland Consulting Engineers, Inc. for the project. Like many recent bike park projects, the Benton Bike Park will also be home to the local NICA team. Construction is scheduled to begin this year.

Eau Claire mountain bikers push for bike skills area

Eau Claire mountain bikers are on a roll. After successfully petitioning the city for trails at the City Well Fields earlier this year, CORBA is now pushing for a bike skills park at Lowes Creek Park. According to volumeone.org, the group is hosting a public input session May 17 from 6-8p at SHIFT Cyclery & Coffee Bar.

New MTB trail opens in Alabama

A professionally built mountain bike trail opened in Florence, Alabama, designed with local group Shoals MTB. The concept for the trail started about two years ago and is the first of six planned developments. The new beginner trail is located in Wildwood Park.

Boulder, Colorado trail reroute coming in 2024

The Wapiti Trail in Boulder, Colorado’s Heil Valley trail network will be rerouted in 2024, pending approval by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service. Construction is expected to start this summer and will continue through 2024. A section of the trail has been closed to protect a golden eagle nest.

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Brentwood, Tennessee trails under way

Volunteer trail diggers began clearing the way for a new trail network in Brentwood, Tennessee. We wrote about the new trails in December for the first time. The Middle Tennessee SORBA chapter will start with 2.5 miles. Volunteers cleared about a quarter-mile. The park will have a total of seven miles, serving residents and scholastic mountain bike programs.

Joplin, Missouri bike park

Missouri state received about $30 million in grants from the American Rescue Plan Act to support the tourism industry after the pandemic and about $1.5 million will go toward a new recreation area in Joplin.

The proposed park, called the Dover Outdoor Recreation Area would have a 1.5-mile mountain bike trail, and skills park features too, according to Yahoo! Life.

First phase of Libro Centre trails open soon in Ontario

Phase one of a new bike trail in Amherstburg, Ontario, Canada is slated to open in June. The Windsor Essex Bike Community has been working with the Town of Amherstburg to make the trail possible. The first phase is supposed to have three downhill trails, a climbing trail, and a cross-country trail.

New trails in the works in Ohio

The Portage Park District and city of Aurora, Ohio are adding over four miles of hike and bike trails in the Aurora and Mantua Township. The trails project is phase 8 of the Headwater Trails, adding to the existing 8.5 miles of trail, with construction expected to start next year.

New trails to Northport, Alabama

The City of Northport, Alabama, near Tuscaloosa, is moving forward on the first phase of a trails plan. A master plan was approved by the city council and once the plan is complete, the park will have mountain bike trails, hiking trails, zip lines and cabins. The city will start the plan with a parking lot and trails.

Oregon club gets grant for pump track

The Blue Mountain Singletrack Trails Club, based in Northeast Oregon has received a $20,000 grant to build a new, beginner-friendly pump track, according to the La Grande Observer, which will help enhance riding for youth in the area. Construction on the pump track is slated to start in 2024 and organizers are still seeking additional financial support.

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Wisconsin’s Little Switzerland closes bike park

The Little Switzerland Ski Area in Wisconsin has closed their bike park after being denied insurance coverage, according to an Instagram post from the park. The resort said “alternative insurance options would not make the park economically viable moving forward.”

Little Switzerland said they are donating usable trail features to the Heritage Trails County Park and they will lend support to the park however possible.

In follow-up comments to reader response, the park said they have a great relationship with their insurance company, which they did not disclose. They had an option for a higher premium applied to the entire business or they could insure the bike park separately. Little Switzerland also said their incident rate is significantly higher in mountain biking than it is in skiing.

“The hard reality is that this extra premium wipes out the small profit the bike park generated, while still exposing us to the risk of nuclear verdicts beyond our coverage. Unfortunately, the risk is not worth the reward,” said co-owner Rick Schmitz in the comment.

50-mile trail system south of Elko, Nevada in planning stages

The Lamoille Summit Trail System is a proposed development south of Elko, Nevada that’s received a few hundred thousand dollars in RTP planning and development funds. Twelve miles of singletrack have already been flagged, and the recent funding should help cover the cost of required environmental studies and flagging another 38 miles of trails.

Northern Michigan trail system gets clearer vision

In February, we wrote about a new trail system coming to Cheboygan County, Michigan and now we’re getting a few more details about how it will unravel. The nonprofit Little Traverse Conservancy is developing the trails on a forest reserve and will be built by Rock Solid Trail Contracting. The conservancy is planning over seven miles of trail and the area will be named the Melvin Family Hiking and Biking Trails after Mark Melvin, who helped preserve the land, according to Michigan Live. Construction is slated to begin this summer and it could open in the fall.

Anniston, AL trails officially open

Back in July we wrote about plans for 2.5 miles of singletrack at the Wiggins Community Center designed specifically for young riders. The trails are now complete, and a ribbon cutting is scheduled for today.

Central Oregon Trail Alliance raising funds to repair and improve trails, jumps

The Central Oregon Trail Alliance (COTA) has raised $15,000 toward needed repairs to trails and jumps at Phil’s trailhead in Bend. The work is slated to get underway this year, and the group is hoping to raise an additional $20-30K ensure completion of the project.

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Barkeater Trails Alliance now hiring for executive director

A month ago we posted the news that Josh Wilson was leaving his position as executive director of the Barkeater Trails Alliance (BETA), based in Lake Placid, New York. BETA is now actively seeking applicants for the new position. What does it take to lead a mountain bike trail organization?

BETA wants to see candidates with an education in recreation management or natural science-related fields, nonprofit experience, grant and fundraising knowledge, and a variety of other skills. Check out the posting to learn more.

New trail opens in Fort Worth, Texas

The Fort Worth Mountain Bikers’ Association celebrated the opening of four miles of trails at North Z Boaz Park this past weekend. The trails will be used for high school mountain bike athletes and is open to the community as well.

Burns Park in Little Rock, Arkansas closed due to tornado damage

Severe weather struck Arkansas late last week and Burns Park in Little Rock was heavily damaged. The City of North Little Rock says the park is closed to bikes and all other visitors, and park staff are working to make the area safe. Volunteers are not needed at this time, though the city notes volunteers are needed in other parts of the city to help with recovery.

Fundraiser for Finn Hill trail project in St. Sault Marie, Ontario

The Sault Cycling club in Ontario, Canada is hosting a fundraising dinner for the Finn Hill trail project. The group hopes to raise $150,000 through various efforts to fund trail design and construction of the trail on city-owned property. To donate to the cause or purchase tickets for the dinner, visit saultcyclingclub.ca.

Mountain bike trails reopen in Suffolk County, New York

A handful of trails has been reopened by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation after the closure of hunting season. The Otis Pike Pine, Rocky Point Pine, and Eastport Pine trails in Barrens State Forest are now open for the season.

Derby, Tasmania trail repaired just in time for UCI EDR race

The Blue Derby trails in Tasmania suffered a dramatic land slide in October of last year, and required months of work for geotechnical engineers and workers to repair. According to ABC News Australia, the major repairs were completed just in time for this week’s UCI Enduro event.

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New advocacy group forms in Colorado Springs, giving the town two

A new MTB advocacy group has formed in Colorado Springs, Colorado called the Colorado Springs Mountain Bike Association (COSMBA). The group will share space with longstanding Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates. COSMBA says it differs from other groups and that the mountain bike community “needs to take our involvement to the next level,” believing Colorado Springs has the potential to be a world class trail destination. The group is unaffiliated with IMBA and has been focusing efforts to bring a bike-only trail to the Austin Bluffs Open Space.

Biking on Long-Distance Trails Act reintroduced to Congress with America’s Outdoor Recreation Act

The Biking on Long-Distance Trails Act is back in Congress, trying to go the full distance this time. The bill supports the creation of long-distance bike trails and identifies at least 10 long-distance trails and 10 opportunities to develop or complete long-distance trails. In the last session, the BOLT Act passed the House and moved through Senate committees. IMBA said in a release they will keep working with lawmakers to develop the package this year.

Pine Mountain Resort renovations closer to reality in Michigan

A $25 million renovation plan at the Pine Mountain Resort, located in Michigan on the Wisconsin state line, has been approved. It would add 35 cabins for guests, new mountain bike trails and other opportunities. New ownership took over the resort last fall.

University of Southern Indiana moves to second phase of trails

Grants and matching grants appear to be in place for a second phase of trails for the University of Southern Indiana (USI) campus. The project is moving quickly, as we wrote last month that USI was only reviewing a potential second phase. The project will add three miles of trail, a trailhead kiosk, and signage. It will be a beginner-level trail.

New trail opens at Turkey Mountain, Oklahoma

Tulsa, Oklahoma has a brand new downhill flow trail open for riding. The Boomtown trail is a half mile long, with 200 feet of drop, aimed at intermediate and expert riders.

Silverton Singletrack Society attains $250k grant

The Silverton Singletrack Society in Silverton, Colorado was awarded a Non-Motorized Trails Grant from Colorado Parks and Wildlife, according to the Durango Herald. The organization will start on phase one of a new trail system, with an estimated total cost of $900,000. The project will include close to 30 miles of trail and cost an estimated $2.6 million.

Albuquerque Mountain Bike Association receives $99,000 trail grant

The Albuquerque Mountain Bike Association recently received a $99,000 grant from the Outdoor Recreation Division of the New Mexcio Economic Development Department. The funds will be used to improve existing trails located on US Forest Service managed land along the east side of the Sandia Crest.

Northern Indiana MTB group leaves IMBA Chapter program

On Tuesday the Northern Indiana Mountain Bike Assocation (NIMBA) announced it’s striking out on its own as a non-profit. The group posted on Facebook, “As the Northern Indiana Mountain Bike Association, our priority is to impact our community of passionate mountain bikers and trail users here in Michiana. With that in mind, and with the input of our community, we felt that moving off of IMBA’s Chapter program was in our best interest.”

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Franklin County, Kentucky trail opens

The Bluegrass Berms high school mountain bike team and the local community around Franklin County, Kentucky has a new place to ride. The 1.4-mile trail was built on school land near Lakeview Park and will serve also as a short track race venue.

Site walk to get donors stoked on Jamestown trail project

Michigan’s Edge Mountain Biking Association has big plans for a new trail system and they’re making a big push to get funding secured. Rock Solid has completed pre-design planning for the project and MEMBA needs to raise $50,000 to guarantee construction begins this fall. Visit the MEMBA website to learn about the site walk and make a donation.

North Carolina ski resort plans to add mountain biking in future

The new owners of Wolf Ridge, a North Carolina ski resort, announced big plans for the future on Facebook. They’ll start this year with an updated lodge, re-branding, restaurant and other facilities. Their five-year plan includes adding mountain biking along with other summer activities. The resort is located about a half-hour from Asheville.

Mountain bike plan up for comment in Lincoln, Nebraska

Lincoln, Nebraska’s Parks and Recreation department is sharing the draft master plan for a proposed bike skills park for public review and comment. The plan includes a future bike skills park and singletrack trails. The plan is open to comment through April and the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will potentially take action in mid-May.

Trail connection makes big rides possible in Australia

A newly built trail in Australia adds connectivity to a 56km network of existing trails between Yackandandah and Beechworth. The estimated cost of the Indigo Epic trail is $2 million, according to Bicycle Network and it holds an intermediate rating with A- and B-lines, step-ups and gap jumps. The trail will meet the IMBA Epic trail criteria and is expected to attract “significant tourism.”

Polk County, North Carolina building a beginner-friendly trail network

The Polk County Recreation complex, just southeast of Asheville is getting a 7-10 mile trail system thanks to the purchase of 140 acres as an add-on to the park. The network is said to provide some of the only beginner-friendly trails in the county, per the Hendersonville Lightning and it will sit next to a middle school, potentially opening up scholastic MTB programs.

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Multi-use trails open at Doe Mountain, Tennessee

The Doe Mountain Recreation Area in Mountain City, Tennessee is enhancing recreation with new multi-use trails and a management plan that will utilize different directions for bikes and hikers. The park is celebrating the opening near the end of March, according to the Tomahawk.

Grants secured for Ohio MTB trails

Alum Creek State Park, located just north of Columbus, Ohio, has secured $150,000 of grants through two different programs, according to the Delaware Gazette. The grants will be used to build an additional 4.5 miles of trail that will connect two existing trails at the park, getting trail users off of a road. Once the new trail is complete, it will stretch 22 miles, and meet the criteria for an IMBA Epic Trail.

Bi-partisan support for AORA bill

Sen. Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Sen. John Barrasso (R-Wy) reintroduced the America’s Outdoor Recreation Act (AORA) into Congress. The bill is said to support outdoor recreation economies, expand recreation opportunities on public lands, and assist land managers in protecting public spaces and collecting visitor data that would help inform land managers. Support the AORA here.

Help fundraise a trail project in Central California

The Folsom Auburn Trail Riders Action Coalition (FATRAC) is fundraising to hire trail professionals to design and build the Chaparral Ridge Trail in Western El Dorado County, California. The trail would give more experienced riders an option in the network and bolster connectivity and ride options in this part of El Dorado County. Support the project here.

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Trail Flow is a roundup of all the mountain bike trail related news of the week including new trail builds, advocacy, and planning. Do you have trail news? Email matt@singletracks.com for possible inclusion.

MTB Skills area and pump track opens in Florida

SORBA Orlando just opened a brand new mountain bike skills pump track at Markham Woods in central Florida park. The new trailhead amenity adds to several miles of singletrack that’s part of Wekiwa Springs State Park.

Crankbrothers and Velosolutions work to build pump track in Nepal

The Pump Tracks for Peace Initiative, supported by Crankbrothers and Velosolutions, just opened a brand new pump track in Kathmandu, Nepal. The project also received support from local groups including Himali Riders Club and Switchback. This YouTube video shows how the project came together.

$120K grant for Maine trails

The Moosehead Outdoor Alliance recently announced a $120K grant award to be used for trail construction in Little Moose Public Land. The group said in an Instagram post, “All this work is being coordinated with a professional trail builder and the current plan is to build 5 miles of trail in 2023 and another 5 miles in 2024. These trails will include intermediate and advanced trails, all within easy riding distance from town!”

Grand Opening workday at Wildwood Park in Alabama this weekend

The Shoals mountain bike group in Northeast Alabama is hosting a trail workday / grand opening on Saturday, March 4 from 10a-2p at Wildwood Park. The park is located in Florence, Alabama off Waterloo Rd.

Barkeaters Trail Alliance will soon seek a new executive director

The Barkeaters Trail Alliance (BETA) announced last week that executive director Josh Wilson will step down from the position later this year. Wilson plans to finish out the season while “the BETA board of directors conducts a search process to find the organization’s next long-term leader.”

BETA noted in a press release that under Wilson’s tenure the club tripled its membership base, established a paid, seasonal trail crew, and built sustainable bike trails all over the region.

New trail flow opens near Birmingham

A new trail flow has opened up near Birmingham, Alabama thanks to the Birmingham Urban Mountain Pedalers (BUMP). The trail, named Tails, is all about flow and jump. BUMP utilized grants from Shelby County and the Fox Factory Trail Trust to cover the total project cost of $43,000. It was designed by Barry Smith Trail Designs. Tails adds a new option to the other flow trail in the area, Lightning. The trail is about a half-mile in length with close to 200 feet in elevation drop.

MTB trail approved for Brentwood, Tennessee

The Brentwood, Tennessee city commission unanimously voted to approved a new mountain bike trail in Smith Park. Trail advocates are now onto the next stage of the process: finding volunteers and getting to work. Two sections of trail should make for about seven miles total of mountain bike trail at Smith Park.

Leeming completes 5-day Antarctic fat bike expedition

Adventurer Kate Leeming recently completed a 201km trek from Wolf’s Fang Camp to Whichaway Camp in Antarctica. The five-day trip was designed to prepare Leeming for her Breaking the Cycle South Pole expedition which seeks to cross the continent via the South Pole by bicycle.

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