About Bike Park - Mount Washington Alpine Resort
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Bike Park at Mount Washington Alpine Resort:

Lift Accessed
Unlimited Riding

In the summer, MWAR offers a lift-accessed Bike Park, the Eagle's Flight Zipline Tour, sightseeing and hiking experiences, courtyard games like giant chess and checkers, a full-service licensed patio and more to explore. Mount Washington has a strong history with mountain biking, with the mecca of Cumberland right here at our doorstep. Not to mention all of the legendary events drawing crowds from all over to experience our coastal playground in the sunny season. Experience more adventures together with us and see that summer is more than just alright; it's all right here.

Your ISLAND BIKE PARK

Mt. Washington Alpine Resort is a Year-Round Recreation Destination

30-minutes from the Comox Valley, you'll find the mountain oasis of Mount Washington Alpine Resort. Towering 1,588 m above sea level boasts an impressive range of lift-accessed trail offerings from natural, hand-built tech trails to machine-built flow, offering excitement for all abilities! Look up from a burly machine-crafted trail to a perspective of alpine to ocean vistas. The perfect reprieve from a hard Cumberland pedal day.
 
Enjoy the authentic west coast, where the clock ticks a little slower. Island time radiates throughout the happy, laid-back locals who prosper in the bounty of fresh local fair, beautiful climate, and an endless coastal playground.

Home of Vancouver Island's longest zip line experience, the gnarly Monster Mile trail and events like the beloved Steve Smith Memorial and legendary Bearclaw Invitational, there's always something to look forward to during summer at Mount Washington.
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The Bike Park season is coming in HOT! The alpine snow melted quickly this year, making winter a distant memory - our Trail Crew has been busy digging dirt in preparation for an exciting start to the 2024 Bike Park season. Visiting only five times this summer makes a Season Pass worthwhile compared to riding on single-day lift tickets. With all the exciting bike races, events and more on deck here in the alpine this season, why not make it simple with flexible and affordable lift-accessed biking you can enjoy any day all summer long.
Mount Washington Bike Park
Captain Richards named Mount Washington as he explored Canada's Pacific Coast in 1860; choosing the name Mount Washington after the Rear Admiral John Washington, who was the Official Hydrographer to the Royal Navy. Mount Washington Alpine Resort was established in 1979 by Henry Norie and Alex Linton, two Campbell River businessmen. The idea originated in 1975 when Linton, an avid skier and local businessman, was impressed by Mount Washington's height and snowpack.

Together with Norie, who owned a helicopter, they surveyed the mountain. Construction commenced in 1977, making Mt. Washington one of the first master-planned resorts in British Columbia, officially opening to the public in 1979.
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Bike Park at Mount Washington
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Mount Washington Expansion

2024 Expansion
Bike Park

2024 Bike Park Expansion Projects, opening in early July.

This summer we are pleased to announce some new trails, upgrades and features to the bike park. Early July you can expect to see this changes, reroutes and trail openings, we hope to see you here and riding them soon!

  • A NEW 1.4 km-long blue flow trail, built by Darren Berrecloth.
  • Hwy 19 and The Wiz trail rebuilds in the Good Time Glades
  • Greenline re-route on lower Tyee
  • Upgraded Time Warp start and finish areas
  • and more still to be announced!
Our trail crew was busy last summer and in the fall of 2023 to prepare these new trail openings for you to enjoy early this summer.
Bike Report
Mount Washington Progression Guide

Progression Guide
Bike Park

Mountain biking on the trails of the Mount Washington Bike Park is demanding on both the bike and body. Please follow the safety information on this page to help you get the most out of your day.

Injuries are a common and expected part of mountain biking. We strongly suggest that full-face helmets, full-length gloves, biking armour and a full-suspension bike be used in the Bike Park. If you are new to mountain biking at Mount Washington, or the Parent or Guardian of a younger rider, please familiarize yourself with the bike park and the mountain biking activities we offer. Introductory mountain biking lessons and beginner mountain biking terrain are available and recommended. More challenging terrain and features should not be attempted unless the rider has the appropriate skills, experience and equipment to effectively negotiate such trail sections.

Progression Guide
Mount Washington Bike Park

Orientation Guide
Bike Levels

Find out your bike park riding level and discover what trails, lessons, or camps are best suited to you and make your experience in our bike park a memorable one.
Bike Orientation Guide

Progression Guide

Progression Guide

Bike Park Infomation

Mount Washington Bike Lesson

Bike School
Lessons, Camps and Programs

Whether you're looking for an introductory, group, private, or package lesson, we have something tailored to fit the needs of all downhill mountain bike riders looking to get a taste of the Bike Park. If you’re comfortable riding a bike on pavement, we’ll have you loving our easy cruising trails and learning areas in no time!
Bike School
Mount Washington Bike Park Group Lessons

Summer Groups
For all Skill Levels

Learn to Ride is an introductory group lesson package tailored to all skill levels of downhill mountain bike riders looking to get a taste of the Bike Park. If you’re comfortable riding a bike on pavement, we’ll have you loving our easy cruising trails and learning areas in no time!

Summer Groups
Bike Park Report at Mount Washington Alpine Resort

Bike Trail Report
What's open in the Bike Park

Our trail report will keep you informed; find out about the weather, the trails operational status, openings and closings, lift-access, trail stats and much more. We update this report daily to keep up to date so you can ride your fav trails all summer long.
Bike Trail Report
Bike Shop & Repairs at Mount Washington Alpine Resort

Bike Shop
Bike Parts and Repairs

The Outdoor Element's store carries the latest in summer sports technologies. Built with skill progression in mind, the equipment is ideal for novice and intermediate riders. We do not rent clothing, goggles or gloves - these items are available at retail locations.
Bike Shop
Bike Park Tickets at Mount Washington Alpine Resort

Tickets and Passes
Purchase Your Pass Online

Save when you plan and purchase or reload your bike park pass before arriving at the mountain! Plan to pay $5 more if you wait to buy your tickets the same day you're riding the park, online or in person at the ticket windows. 

New tickets not reloaded are also subject to a $5 new card fee. A full-day bike park ticket for Mount Washington Alpine Resort provides chairlift access during operational hours. Plan ahead, don't wait to save!

Student and military pricing is ONLY available in-person verified with ID and is not subject to the day-of pricing policy.
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Summer Safety at Mount Washington Alpine Resort

Summer Safety
at Mount Washington Alpine Resort

Mount Washington Alpine Resort is the place to be this summer, enjoy lift accessed riding in the bike park, hike in the alpine, ride our scenic chairlift all summer long with your family and friends safetly. To learn more follow the link to review our safety policies.
Safety
Ability Levels for Mtn Biking

Ability Levels
What Rider are You?

Not sure about what level you're riding at? Please review our LEVEL Description page to get a better idea of where your riding is at and what course or camp is the best fit for you.
Ability Levels

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