A day after having its trails damaged, the Lake Country Bike Park has opened to the public.
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The park offers a variety of features:
- Beginner and intermediate pump tracks;
- A dirt jump zone with progression-focused jump lines for all levels, from beginner to expert;
- A drop zone with three lines for intermediate to expert riders;
- An intermediate technical skills loop;
- Multi-use and gravity trails ranging from beginner to intermediate;
- A mulch jump for practicing big air;
- An adaptive mountain bike trail for greater inclusivity.
"We香蕉视频直播檙e thrilled to see the District of Lake Country recognize mountain biking as an important part of the community and invest in it, said Marieke de Jonge with Mountain Bikers of the Central Okanagan. "Our members have long expressed how much a park like this would mean香蕉视频直播攁nd now it香蕉视频直播檚 a reality,香蕉视频直播�
The park, located at 8865 Okanagan Centre Road, is expected to be hub for outdoor enthusiasts, and bolster Lake Country's reputation as an adventure tourism destination. The project cost $500,000.
"This park not only enhances recreational opportunities but will also stimulate economic growth, attracting both locals and visitors," Ireland added. It香蕉视频直播檚 another fantastic destination that complements the many other mountain biking options in the Okanagan."
The Lake Country Bike Park will be open daily from dawn to dusk. It is unsupervised and riders use at their own risk. The grand opening for the park is scheduled for Saturday, May 3.
On March 27, RCMP were called to the park after a pick up truck had gained access to the area, damaging trails. The driver abandoned the uninsured vehicle.
Police ask anyone who witnessed the incident, or has information to provide, to call Lake Country RCMP at 250-766-2288.
