New mountain bike trails open

Above: Mayor Peter Flannery and Cr Mark Booth check out the new Lagoon Road mountain bike trails at Burpengary.

A new 3km mountain bike system, with three purpose-built trails, has been officially opened at Burpengary.

The $700,000 project features wooden berms, boardwalks, rollers, dirt jumps and tabletops at in bushland near Grogan Road Park.

Riders can also navigate a rock garden, launch off a timber kicker ramp and try a timber snake ladder.

Mayor Peter Flannery said the trails were a key component of Council’s Outdoor Recreation Plan for people all ages.

“As City of Moreton Bay continues to grow, we are seeing increasing demand for outdoor recreation facilities,” the Mayor said.

“The Lagoon Road mountain bike trails help meet that demand, with a trail system designed and constructed by industry experts, featuring different levels of difficulty so it can be enjoyed by people of all skill levels.

“Importantly, the new trails give the community a space to connect, stay active and enjoy the great outdoors.”

Councillor Mark Booth (Div 2) said: “There has been a lot of anticipation for the opening of these new trails and I am thrilled we can offer this facility right in the heart of Burpengary.

“With such a diverse array of obstacles and jumps, I’ve got no doubt the trails have the potential to become one of the premiere destinations for mountain bikers in South-East Queensland.”

Residents are encouraged to ride to and from the trails as parking is limited.

Only pedalled bikes and pedalled e-bikes are permitted on the trails. Non-pedalled vehicles, such as motorbikes and e-motorbikes, are not permitted.

The trails opening follows the launch of a $530,000 pump track at Deception Bay in June and upgrades to skate parks in Albany Creek, Deception Bay, Morayfield and North Lakes.